The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 158

When Zane felt the urge to speak, all I needed to do was listen and guide him to continue.

However, my head was spinning.

I propped my head up with my hand. I'd never drunk alcohol before, so I couldn't believe that my tolerance was so low.

Zane looked at me. "Since I made it to this position, I've had to put all my focus on work every day. The future planning and development of the company, how to handle crises, and such. Other companies are watching closely, waiting for mine to collapse so they can take over." On top of that, there was the situation with Willow.

He had a lot to think about every day. Only after he asked me to come home and take care of Willow did he feel a bit more relaxed.

I tilted my head and looked at him. "That's definitely a lot of pressure."

Zane smiled and then poured me another glass of wine.

I waved my hand. "I can't drink anymore."

Zane sighed. "Alright, then. Even though I can only truly let my guard down and have a calm conversation when I'm with you..."

it seemed inappropriate for me not to drink. So, I took a deep breath and downed

felt like it was on fire.

down, and closed my eyes. Only then did I

some clarity left, I said, "I'm drunk. You should go rest first. I need to wait until I'm a little better before heading back."

...

to Annalise's side. Seeing her expression, he felt a

known that she would feel so unwell after drinking, he would have

and carefully

smell of alcohol mixed with her unique fragrance made his heart feel unusually at peace. Was this what it felt like to like someone? Zane

truly was, then

he still didn't

didn't matter. They still had plenty of time. As

her until she agreed to be his wife. The

balcony for a while, and when he stood up, Annalise had

her up and gently placed her

her without