The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 705

Otis was baffled. Wasn't Steven supposed to be gullible? Everyone said he was easy to fool and would believe anything as long as it was said convincingly

enough.

But no matter how Otis tried to explain, Steven kept insisting on evidence. He was nothing like the rumors!

Steven masked the disdain in his eyes. He might have fallen for Otis' words if he hadn't accidentally uncovered the truth about Annalise's childhood.

He said calmly, "Records don't just vanish, no matter how many years have passed. If you can't find them, give me your phone. I'll help you look."

Otis stiffened as Steven reached out his hand. He knew that he'd have no way to back out if he didn't come up with an excuse now. "Does it really matter?" he tried to brush it off.

Steven remained unfazed. "Of course. I respect you as an elder, but even elders should back their words with proof. You don't think I'm stupid, do you? Did you think I'll just believe everything you say without question?"

who leaned

scoffed and continued, "I knew exactly what you were trying to do from the start. You want to act like you've always been good to Annalise. Are you trying to make her seem ungrateful and blame her

man like you could

that I'm still her father. As long as I'm willing to say the word, she'll have no choice but to do as I say and marry

Annalise.

you can control Annalise's marriage? Let's not even talk about how you've never fulfilled your duties as a

words on the tip of his

one

with Annalise, isn't it? You should be well aware that she and Zane have a strong relationship now. There's no way

suddenly at a loss for

during their years together; if he had, things would not have come

of bitterness surfaced

Otis continued, "I can guarantee you a good outcome as long as you give me a

long time before finally asking, "How long do I have to