The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Sasha couldn't understand Shane's thought process.

I suggested, "Is it possible that he thinks that no matter how much trouble he causes, his family will always resolve it? Is that why he's so bold?"

Nodding, Sasha said, "That's possible."

I chuckled and said, "But he didn't know that his family is struggling to stay afloat. On top of that, he gifted your family the only project that could turn things around for them."

When Sasha heard me, she giggled and said, "If I were his family member, I would be so regretful."

I said light-heartedly, "Too bad, it's too late."

Sasha grinned. She wanted to continue chatting, but her alarm rang. Sasha hurriedly got up and said, "I have to get back to work!"

"All the best," I said.

Sasha hummed her goodbye as she rushed outside.

...

Relaxed, Carlisle sat in his office and listened to his secretary's report.

saying, "Ever since Huxham Corporation canceled their partnership with us, many companies have shown their interest in our products after hearing that we used to supply for Huxham Corporation." Carlisle nodded approvingly and said, "It seems like

Zane had gotten lucky when Winslow Group agreed to partner

Carlisle's gaze. Justin's voice gradually softened as he said, "But after meeting with them, they all

heard that, his smile disappeared. He asked in surprise, "You're

Justin answered solemnly, "No."

"How many of them contacted

answered softly, "A total of

asked, "And none

"Yes," Justin answered firmly.

anxiously. After a few minutes, he plopped back

a sound, Justin

asked slowly, "How do you think we can resolve this

Justin finally

said, "There is only one solution now-invest in upgrades. However all

been used on

are locked in other projects,

the biggest problem the company faces now is that we don't

time, Carlisle wondered why he hadn't thought of that when he took Shane's advice

intention to lie,