The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 800

Even though the diamonds on those earrings weren't big, I accepted them

because it had been so long since Steven had given me anything. I didn't like

them, but I accepted the gesture.

It wasn't until later that I found out those earrings were just a throw-in with the

gemstones he bought for Jessica. It was something she didn't even want.

That realization hit me hard, but I had no choice but to push the pain down. I

couldn't let my unborn child grow up without a father.

Unfortunately, I lost the baby. And after that, there was no reason left to forgive

Steven.

A flicker of hurt crossed my eyes. Back then, I even wondered if I was someone

who didn't deserve nice jewelry. But now, Zane's gift told me otherwise.

Zane asked hesitantly, "Do you like it?"

"I love it," I replied.

I couldn't take my eyes off the diamond. I'd always had a thing for sparkling things

like diamonds or anything clear like emeralds and crystals.

When I'd admired it long enough, I put the necklace back in its box and handed it

this is too expensive. I think we should

money."

given you much since we started dating, not even after we got

my way of

plainly.

shook my

worry. I've saved up

things won't put a dent in the company. And even if the company

could cover me now. After all, once your

at least a

I accepted

said,

be tied up with

won't

anything. But I

once

down!" I said sincerely.

the effort, and I had to do the same. A relationship had

or later if

caught on and smiled.

...

to Zane without me listening in, so they stepped

conference room.

a once-over, and asked offhandedly, "So,

on your mind?"

now that

need me