The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 711

"Besides, this job is pretty easy," I said.

Zane and I walked out of the office together. A newly opened restaurant was just around the corner, and we heard the chef there was quite skilled.

Zane decided to give it a try, so I accompanied him.

We had just sat down and placed our order when a middle-aged man suddenly slid into the seat across from me.

The moment I saw his face, I looked away in disgust.

Taking a deep breath, I forced myself to stay calm before speaking. "Didn't we agree to meet tomorrow? What are you doing here today?"

Otis rested his arm on the chair. He didn't say he intended to tarnish Annalise's reputation in front of Zane.

He tossed a folder onto the table. "Take a look at this."

One glance was all I needed. I immediately recognized it as the same folder I had sent by courier earlier that morning. Unbothered, I asked, "And?"

Otis sat up straight and hissed, "I know you hate me, Annalise, but you already sent me to prison once! Whatever grudges we had should be settled by now, don't you think? So why are you still scheming against your father?"

I remained unfazed by his accusations. "And why do you think I'm doing that?"

Otis exhaled and replied, "I don't know, but I know that one should be merciful whenever possible."

I chuckled. "Before saying all this, did you even check what's inside the folder?