The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 597

"But let me finish first," Sasha said. "Being good-looking helps, but it's not everything, and you know that."

"Huh?" Shane still looked downcast.

"A man's success matters, too," she continued. "Yvonne's probably with someone else because you haven't made it big yet. But if you suddenly became the CEO of a major company and reached out to her, she'd act like she hit the jackpot!"

Shane snorted. "I get it. I'll focus on my career when I go back. And when I've made it, I'll look for her and show her what she missed out on."

Sasha quickly turned her gaze away, feeling a pang of unease. If he actually did go after Yvonne, it would only leave her puzzled since she had never cared for him in the first place. But Sasha kept that to herself and offered him a bright smile. "Yeah, go for it!"

Still, Shane remained glum.

Sasha noticed and couldn't help but think he was exactly the type of person who could help her make money.

"We can't stand out here talking all night. I've got some work stuff I need to go over with you. Why don't you come to my place for a bit?" she suggested.

"Sure," Shane mumbled.

He followed her into her apartment, where she handed him a glass of water before taking a seat across from him. He still seemed devastated, shedding tears even as he took a sip.

"So, how long do you think we can keep this project going?" Sasha asked.

Shane blinked, clearly not fully processing. "Isn't it supposed to last for a while?"

Sasha raised an eyebrow. "The only reason these two groups of clients picked us is because they couldn't find anyone else. We're working in a small circle here. How do you plan on making money once they find their own partners?"