The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 568

Casper leaned back, savoring a rare moment of tranquility. His mind replayed the scenes from the office, where everyone's faces had radiated joy and enthusiasm.

It warmed his heart, marking the first time since his family's bankruptcy that he'd experienced such a welcoming atmosphere. And it was all thanks to Zane.

He silently promised to work harder and prove worthy of Zane's investment in him.

When Casper opened his phone, he was surprised to see messages from Jessica. It was unlike her, typically so frugal, to offer him money. Even knowing it might just be her way of smoothing things over, he couldn't help but feel touched. Clearly, she treated him differently.

Any lingering resentment he'd harbored toward Jessica over the past few days seemed to evaporate.

He replied, "I'm at Huxham Corporation. I was in a meeting and didn't see your messages earlier."

Then, feeling playful, he added, "Are you sure you want to give me money?"

her screen, puzzled by Casper's response. Couldn't he tell she was just being polite? Surely, he wasn't actually asking

bit her lip, conflicted. It could spell the end of their relationship if she didn't respond. And if Casper became successful in the future, she'd have

the dilemma of how to respond. If she said no, Casper would realize she was just being polite. But if she agreed and he really asked for money, what then? Should

the plunge. One couldn't catch a wolf without risking the bait,

"How much do you

was surprised by her response. Was Jessica

"How much do

sent a screenshot

wealthier than he'd imagined. His feelings were mixed Part of him wondered if his family's bankruptcy could have been

her kind gesture, he replied, "How about

known Casper for a while, Jessica was familiar with

raised an eyebrow. Was the notoriously frugal Jessica really going to transfer the money? It seemed