The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 881

Yvette had always been there for Gavin even as she watched him date other women and belong to someone else. Then, she'd resort to every tactic she knew to drive his girlfriends away.

She told herself that Gavin would eventually be hers if she kept at it. But instead of turning to her, he would move on to someone else.

In fact, after so many failed attempts, bitterness had started to take root within her. Her family had been urging her to settle down since she graduated, but she'd clash with them rather than give up on Gavin.

Until now, all Yvette had to show for it was the title of being Gavin's close friend.

"I've thought it over. Haven't you and Dad always wanted me to settle down with someone?" Yvette asked softly.

"Are you trying to get a rise out of me again?" Grace's voice immediately grew sharper, frustration seeping through. "Every time we've talked about this, you've shut it down. And now, you're bringing it up?"

Yvette's voice softened further, almost without her realizing it. "I just wanted to say if you have anyone in mind who might be a good match for me, I'd be willing to meet them. And if things feel right, I'm open to marriage."

A long silence followed on the other end of the line. Grace was so taken aback that she wondered if she'd heard correctly.

"Did I hear you right?" she asked.

"You did. I mean it this time," Yvette replied.

you should come home as soon as you can. I actually know a few great guys

I need to see Gavin one last time. I'll say what

of

"Alright," she replied.

terrified of the idea of leaving Gavin. Loving him had become second nature,

a deep breath. But now, with her decision made, a surprising sense of relief washed over her. After

you?"

not urgent, don't waste my time. I'm trying to patch things up with

You've been all over me, showing how much you care. You pushed her away.

Det

asked. She was stunned. All the effort she'd invested in

into nothing but a burden

was icy. "What do you

ears rang as the full weight of all those years she'd spent trying to

came crashing

we have to meet," she

more cutting. "Fine. But don't ever