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..."

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

throat felt like it was on fire. Everything around

on the chair, slowly sat down, and closed my eyes. Only then

still had some clarity left, I said, "I'm drunk. You should go rest first. I need to wait until

...

chair closer to Annalise's side. Seeing her expression,

so unwell after drinking, he would have found another way

Annalise's head and carefully let her lean on his

made his heart feel unusually at peace. Was this what it

truly was, then

took another sip of his drink. Unfortunately, he still didn't know just how much

still had plenty of time.

pursue her until she agreed to be his wife. The wind was just

satisfied. He stayed on the balcony for

and gently placed her

at her without looking