The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 706

Otis then uncharacteristically offered, "Order whatever you want. It's on me."

Steven quickly waved his hand. "No need. I need to head back to work. I'll be leaving now."

Otis watched as Steven's figure disappeared, and the corners of his lips curled into a knowing smile. He was certain that his plan would succeed.

…

Back in his office, Steven sat down and carefully mulled over his conversation with Otis.

Otis had promised to make Annalise reconcile with him.

After weighing everything, Steven could only conclude that the chances of success were slim.

Beyond the fact that Otis served time in prison, the real obstacle was Zane.

Zane had built his small enterprise into a business empire that others envied. That alone was proof of his intelligence.

Steven tapped his fingers lightly against the desk. If Zane was around, Otis' odds of succeeding were close to zero.

Plus, if he got himself tangled up in this mess, it would be difficult to explain himself when things inevitably fell apart.

After much hesitation, Steven finally picked up his phone and dialed Zane.

"Hello?"

"What do you want?" Zane replied coldly.

Steven said, "Annalise's father reached out to me. Did you know about this?"

Zane remained silent.

Steven felt his heart sink. Zane's lack of response suggested he knew about it.