The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 145

Chapter 145 

“I Willow didn’t want to speak,” I chose my words caurlwilly. “Even if you care for her, you couldn’t have known what she went through, let alone stand up for her.” 

I slowed my speech. “So, you don’t need to blame yourself. Besides, Willow is already doing better now. 

Insprated everything Willow had told me in the bathrrent 

Zane was silent for a long time before saying, “Annis, thank you. 

“ni’s because you became her mom and gently guided her that she was able to slowly get better.” 

“Yos pave me a job when I was at my lowest.” I turned to look at him. “Logically, I should be the one thanking you.” 

Zane placed by hand on my head. This was the second time 

Not only did Zane not withdraw his hand, but he also gently parted my head twice. “You don’t need to be so formal with me.” 

I smiled and retorted, “Same goes for you.” 

Zane withdrew his hand. “Alrigh=” 

He approached me and said, “Could you please head to the meeting room? We’d like to report the promotion plan for your 

Eric was alwady waiting at the door when I arrived at the office. He 

1 glanced at a 

His voice no longer carried the usual oppressive to, and instead, it sounded more considerate. “Go ahead.” 

This tough man—inally so serious and high up in the company–could really be this easygoing? 

Eric stole a glanokat Zane. 

Noticing his gaze, Zane looked at him coldly. 

Ene quickly averted ius eyes. 

a expected. This rold, by man was the boss be knew! 

Erse led the way, with me following behind. 

Once we were out of Zara’s grily whispered, “Does Mr. Husham always have a sour expression when he’s around you, making him seem hard to get along with? I didn’t understand why be was asking that, but I still answered honestly, “No.” 

trar nodded in satisfaction, pleased with the answer, “That’s good.” 

coke in a cold sweat. If he buntly explained that Zane was always cold to everyone at the company but acted differently with me, then his speculations would be exposed! After henduring for a dale, Luar decided to be through his teeth. “Mr. Huxham is always warm and friendly wil dalike you Sol wanted to check how he usually pets ding with you”