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 cashier said with a

was pricey but affordable for me. I pulled

cashier wrapped it up and

her before making a quick

as he watched

a color he hated would throw him off? He knew it was

their divorce, Annalise had gotten

see what excuse

...

gift sorted, it was time

all sorts of dainty dresses

how Willow would look in them, could not resist grabbing a few for her. I also got her

dinner with them, and I still would have some leftover money. With that thought in mind, I headed back to the

up when he heard the door opening. He saw the

clothes

bags on the couch. Then, took out

to him.

asked, "For

course!" I nodded. "To thank you both for everything