The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 192

Zane listened patiently as Eric went over the work arrangements.

When Eric finished, Zane spoke up, "You've been doing great at work lately. What reward do you want? A raise, or..."

Eric's smile almost gave him away. "A raise, of course."

After all, no one would say no to more money.

Zane replied calmly, "Alright."

...

Zane walked into the office with a doll tucked under his right arm and another doll in his hand. On the other hand, he held his coffee cup.

When he entered, he noticed Sasha was already gone.

"Where is she?" Zane asked in a slightly surprised tone.

couch, casually playing on

placed the dolls on

immediately sat up.

gaze fell on the dolls. This time, they were made with more care and closely matched the image

the clothes were specially customized

clicked my tongue in amazement.

our next step?" Zane still didn't know the exact details of

with that, we'll hide a walkie-talkie inside. When she suddenly hears her grandparents' voices, she'll be shocked. At that moment..." I paused before continuing, "We'll tell

to the dolls, we'll bring her real grandparents to the house,

think it's a great plan," Zane said. He'd never considered this method as a way to help

just let me know,"

prepare the walkie-talkies. At the rate she's progressing, she'll probably be comfortable talking to the dolls within a couple of days." Zane didn't hesitate. "No

to

...

little girl's parents were running late, and Willow had

when the parents finally showed up. Even as we left, Willow kept looking back