The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 592

"We can only be truly independent when we're able to stand on our own," Sasha said. "If we keep depending on others, they'll grow tired of it eventually."

Carlisle seemed genuinely relieved by that. "Shane has really matured. Thank you."

Sasha couldn't help but wonder if he'd still be thanking her when Shane brought Yvonne home. She kept the thought to herself and laughed it off, saying, "He's the smart one."

"I have a feeling that Shane will turn to you again if anything comes up. I hope you'll keep looking out for him," Carlisle said.

"Don't worry; I will," Sasha replied without hesitation.

She had every intention of using Shane to get back at Yvonne. There was no way she wouldn't keep tabs on how things were going between them. And if Shane didn't come to her first, she'd make sure to reach out to him.

Carlisle sighed. "You've got a kind heart. If you ever need anything, don't hesitate to ask."

felt a bit

actually ask Carlisle for anything. After hanging up, she wiped

a deep breath. Thank goodness she was quick thinking. Carlisle would probably waste no time to make her pay for it if he ever found out what she was really up

the tension. Her phone rang, and she automatically thought it was Carlisle calling back. She had

"What's up?

was already thankful she'd given him a room, even if it was barely bigger than the bathroom back home. "Why are you still on the phone in the middle of the

But now that he mentioned it, it all came rushing back. She figured it was better to give Shane a heads-up,

in

Shane let something slip

dad's been worrying about you," Sasha said. "He wanted to know what we talked about

puzzled.

Don't you think so?" Sasha replied matter-of-factly. "Just think it through. If I told your dad you and Yvonne were a thing, do you think he'd be okay with it? Don't