The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 203

Yvonne stayed silent.

Jessica had been going through a lot lately, yet she still managed to submit her work on time every day. That wasn't easy. Yvonne didn't want to pile more stress on her.

After some thought, she chuckled and said, "No. Nothing's wrong. I just got a little anxious seeing how fast Annalise is updating her work."

Jessica sounded relieved. "Oh, I thought something serious was up."

...

Maybe it was because of the rising stats, but my drawing speed this morning improved significantly. What would normally take me until the afternoon was surprisingly finished by midday.

Though my body felt drained, lounging on the couch and watching the follower count climb made it all worthwhile.

"Anna!" Sasha and I were pretty close. She didn't even knock before entering my office anymore. Walking straight up to me, she said, "I've got some good news for you."

I stretched lazily. "What is it?"

"After I went home yesterday, I realized you were right." Sasha picked up a strand of my hair and twirled it around her finger. "No friends are willing to join me in starting a gaming company. But since I love playing games, I figured I might as well go solo." I straightened up to look at her. "That's a great idea!"

take your advice." Sasha then explained, "I'll work at a gaming company first, learn the

agreed with her

updated me. "I've been sending out résumés to all the major gaming companies, hoping someone will take a chance on me. But

to have been well shielded by her family, untouched by hardship. Her eyes were

couldn't understand why she lacked confidence.

murmured under her breath, "I don't have any work experience." Then,

then, I patted her

"What?" she asked.

looked over, I

outside

whispered, "Huxham Corporation

a game department,

eyes lit up as the realization hit her. She jumped

she marched right

his irritation. "What

ine

second. I've something important to tell you.' Once Sasha realized she co get a job

Zane eyed her warily.

come." Curious to see what trick Sasha was pulling, Zane followed her out