The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 286

Steven tried to recall special moments with Annalise. But he realized he could only remember everything she did for her and the ways she had touched his heart. Meamshile, he had just taken advantage of her love by carelessly hurting her again and again 

Steven poured him a full glass and downed it in one go Gavin leaned in and asked, “Do you remember anything?” 

Work mitt came up “even tried to make esses and fled. He was afraid his friends would realize what a terrible man he had been if he told them the truth. 

Gavin watched him leave 

Another friend asked, “What’s wrong with him?” 

“He probably just realized that he never treated Annalise well in those six years.” Gavin looked away, expressionless. 

Vet Annalise had always been patent and understanding. She forgave him unconditionally, no matter what Steven did. Sadly, he never appreciated what he had. 

The friend asked in didelist, ‘Really? And she stayed with him that long?” 

Gavin mased, “Maybe that’s what love? 

The others nodded “Couldbe!” 

Back at his office, Steven at his desk, his chin resting on his crossed hands. He pondered why he had treated Annalise so badly if he loved her. Looking back, he thought he understood When Annalise first moved to his city and left everything behind, he was touched. But his heart still belonged to Jessica. He was waiting for her to come back. 

He was too cowardly to reject Annalise outright, so he had been cruel and hoped she would leave on her own 

But Annalise, who was inexperienced in relationships, did not know better. When he lashed out or targeted her, she just thought they needed time to adjust. She would earnestly try to find 

poot of their problem. 

If she thought she was at fault, she would work to change Back then, Annalise was innocent and passionate. He must have fallen for her somewhere along the way. So when he heard Jessica had married, he agreed to marry Annalise. 

He had won the woman who truly loved him. He should have cherished their life together, but the idea of waiting for Jessica had become ingrained in him.