The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 307

After hearing Zane's words, Eric immediately understood where the problem lay. "Well, there's a possibility that she's trying to actively pursue you and give up on Steven."

Zane frowned. "What?"

Eric said, "You see, not only are you better looking than Steven, but you're wealthier, and a better man. Since she's about to be abandoned, it makes sense that she might want to move on to someone better."

Eric continued, "What could she even be acting for in front of Ms. Jamison otherwise?"

When Zane understood the situation, the coldness in his expression deepened. He immediately dialed Steven's number.

Steven instinctively assumed it was a work-related matter when he picked up his phone, asking, "Mr. Huxham, is this about the collaboration?"

"No," Zane replied calmly. "I just wanted you to tell Jessica that I'm not interested in her."

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Steven stared at his phone. Zane's sudden call about Jessica could only mean one thing—she had gone to the Huxham Group and probably made it clear she was interested in Zane. Otherwise, Zane wouldn't have said that.

Steven took a moment to collect his thoughts before calling Jessica.

When she picked up, her voice was sweet. "Did you need something?"

Then, Steven asked emotionlessly, "Are you pursuing Zane?"

Jessica hesitated, unsure of how to respond. If she admitted the truth, she might lose the chance of having a man willing to spend money on her before she succeeded in winning Zane over. But Steven would eventually find out about her pursuit of Zane if she lied anyway.