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..."

that, and it seemed inappropriate for me not to drink. So,

was on fire. Everything around me felt like it

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

rest first. I need to wait until I'm a little better

...

Annalise's side. Seeing her

had known that she would feel so unwell after drinking, he would have found another way to confirm his

carefully let her

heart feel unusually at peace. Was this what it felt like to like someone?

truly was,

his drink. Unfortunately, he still didn't know just

it didn't matter. They still had plenty of time. As long as he kept trying, he would eventually

to marry her, he would do everything in his power to pursue her until she agreed to be his wife. The wind was just

light and satisfied. He stayed on the balcony for a while, and when he stood

her up and gently placed her

her without