The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 209

Chapter 209

The restaurant for lunch was Sasha's pick. It was a trendy spot heavily advertised on a popular social media platform.

Before we ate, Sasha confidently assured us that all her friends had tried it and raved about how good the food was. When the dishes arrived, the presentation and aroma were impeccable-vibrant colors and tantalizing smells. After the meal, we walked out of the restaurant in silence.

Zane, expressionless, finally broke it, saying, "I'll choose the place next time."

Sasha had to admit that while Zane might often come across as an aloof iceberg, his restaurant choices were always solid.

Her picks, however... not so much.

Reluctantly, Sasha surrendered. "Fine."

Back at the office, Sasha waved us goodbye.

As I watched her bounce away, my spirits were lifted as well.

Zane walked beside me, matching my pace.

man standing at the

took the initiative to approach. "We need to

to discuss with you," I

roses I was holding. His expression grew noticeably tense.

roses to Zane.

"Sure."

at a café. He had ordered coffee, while I opted

to speak, and

no intention of urging him. I sipped my drink

a mental note to bring Willow here on Saturday to

do you think

great replied without

"Before Jessica cameet

you were indifferent. After she returned, your treatment

described as

calmly, without a trace of

was feeling completely lost and desperately wanted a

answering, "At first, I thought you must have loved me. Otherwise, why would you stay with me for

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