Chapter 43

Chapter 43

Willow giddily Laughed. She placed her arms around my neck, leaned closer to my face, and spoke proudly. "You're the best, Mommy!" I hopped her tightly to reciprocate, "You're the best, too, Willow!"

Willow broke free from my embrace, held my hand, and led me upstairs in a hurry just then. "Come on, Mommy! I can't wait for bath time!"

There was a bathtub in Willow's bathroom. She wanted a bath today, so I paid close attention to the water temperature while filling the

tub.

Meanwhile, Willow brought out her bath toys, like rubber ducks and other toys. She then placed them all in the tub before picking out a set of pajamas. Once she finished doing that, the faintest beads of sweat formed on her forehead.

Yet, her eyes still twinkled with excitement. The tub was also filled by then. Willow obediently sat with her back against the side of the bathtub and looked up at me.

It was strange. I didn't do much for Willow. In fact, I only put in half the effort it took to care for Zachary,

made me feel like all my efforts would be reciprocated

much content with my

I sat beside the

was hesitant to ask for my company when we first met. She feared I would say no to her.

stuttered while voicing

pampering her. She was no longer afraid of asking me to do things Willow animatedly asked, "Could you

my arm against the tub's edges and

tub anymore after hearing that. She speedily cleaned herself before getting me

help wash her hair.

shower head and covered

lay against the side of the tub. Her eyes sparkled at me

dried her hair, and placed another fresh towel over

dried her hair in the medium setting. That said, I knew it was still hot for a child, so I had to pay close attention to the temperature and avoid

away. Then, she

have mommy."

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