The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 15

Chapter

15

It was then I finally got a clear look at the man's face. His striking features were reminiscent of a celebrity, but he had a cold demeanor. Standing there, he radiated an untouchable and unapproachable air.

I would've remembered this man if I knew him, but I couldn't. No matter how much I tried to recall, it was futile. "Do I know you?"

The man was afraid to cause a misunderstanding and quickly explained, "Two days ago, we sent you to the ER after you fell down the stairs."

Oh.

Before this, I wholeheartedly believed Steven was the one who sent me to the emergency room after following me and hearing the loud thud. I guess I was wrong.

I looked at the man before me. "Thank you. You saved my life." He was quite literally my life savior, and I couldn't have just repaid him with verbal thanks. "I don't know how else to thank you." He smiled faintly. "Well, I happen to need your help."

becoming a mother, I had been a stay-at-home wife, focusing on taking care

that time. However, in many people's eyes, I had long been

said, "Let me introduce myself.

he bent down to introduce the quiet little girl beside him, who had a doll-like face.

gazed at the girl, extending my hand at her.

turned to Zane, her expression one of helplessness, but he encouraged

she shook hands with me and took her time to say,

was as soft as a marshmallow. I

Willow hid behind Zane and poked her head

Zane seemed not to want Willow to hear our upcoming

the door, entered the ward and picked up Willow. She wrapped her hands around Zane's arm, looking

why we're here

Willow nodded with hesitation.

isn't suitable for a child to hear, so I need you to take a walk with Richard for a bit. Just give me five minutes, and I'll come back for you. Is that alright?" After receiving Zane's promise, Willow slowly released her

at that time and witnessed the tragedy of their deaths. Since then, she has refused to communicate with anyone." He continued, "As of now, she hasn't spoken for two years. The doctor diagnosed her with severe autism. He advised us to encourage her to engage