The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 114

Steven whispered to Jessica, "You should go ahead and look around. I just spotted someone I know, so I'm going to say hi. I'll come back and pay for it." Jessica was too focused on the jewelry display. "Sure."

Steven headed upstairs.

...

Staring at the wall of ties, I thought it through.

Zane usually wore classic black suits. Lots of ties would work, but knowing his style...

I settled on a deep navy blue and reached for it to pay.

"Pick another color. I don't like that one."

I turned, only to find Steven standing there, grinning.

What did his preferences have to do with anything? It was not even for him.

I gave him a weird look before heading to checkout. "How much?"

be 160 dollars," the

but affordable for me. I pulled

wrapped it up and

her before making a quick

widened as he watched

hated would throw him off? He knew it was for

their divorce, Annalise had gotten quite

to wait and see what excuse Annalise

...

Zane's gift sorted, it was time to shop

dainty dresses in the

grabbing a few for her. I also got her

my balance. I had less than ten grand left. It would be enough for a nice dinner with them, and I

heard the door opening. He

got some clothes for Willow."

I set the bags on the couch. Then, took out

to him. "And

asked, "For

thank