The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 868

Sherry continued, "If I've messed up, I'll admit it and apologize. But if I haven't done anything wrong, I'm not going to apologize no matter how much he pushes."

Eric let out a relieved breath. "That's good to hear."

Sasha, however, looked skeptical. "But what if it's Yvette who's in the wrong? Did she ever apologize?"

Sherry went silent. Sasha quickly grasped the implication of her silence. With Gavin supporting her, it was unlikely Yvette would offer an apology.

Sasha gave Sherry's shoulder a comforting pat. "It's okay. You've been through a lot, but that's because you didn't have anyone on your side. From here on out, you've got me and Eric. If Gavin or Yvette ever try to mess with you, we're with you all the way. They'll regret it if they do!"

That was when Sherry finally felt the weight lift from her chest.

"Thanks," she said softly.

"Don't even mention it!"

…

Steven was up early and headed out for work.

Meanwhile, Jessica got out of bed and decided to take a walk, her pregnant belly slowing her down with every step. When she stepped into the courtyard of their apartment complex, she spotted Gary and Julia waiting downstairs.

Jessica frowned. "Didn't I make myself clear? What are you doing here?"

"We're really hoping you'll forgive us," Gary said.

After parting ways with Casper, she was finally free from their endless rejections. Her life began to find a sense of peace. Yet, the pain they had caused her lingered deep within. It was a scar that would never fade.

Watching Gary struggle to find the right words, Julia asked, "So, what do we have to do to earn your forgiveness? You do have to give us an answer, don't you?"

Jessica rested a hand on her belly and said without thinking, "I'd advise you to let it go. No matter what you do, I'll never forgive you."

Gary pressed on. "What if Steven goes bankrupt?"

Jessica lifted her gaze to meet his. "Did you forget that when I was with Casper, he didn't have much money either?"

The irony of it all almost made her laugh.