Chapter 216

The plan was simple-install a walkie-talkie inside one of Willow's dolls so she could directly chat with her grandparents through it. It wouldn't take long before Willow felt comfortable speaking to them without any intermediaries.

The thought brought a smile to my face.

Watching this little girl, whom I cared for with all my heart, gradually open up filled me with indescribable joy.

After sharing her excitement, Willow cheerfully said, "Mommy, I'm heading to bed now."

I stood up with her, but she explained earnestly, "Grandpa and Grandma are keeping me company tonight. So, you can take a break."

I watched as she hugged her two oversized dolls and huffed her way upstairs.

She was still just a little girl, and the dolls were almost too big for her to carry at once. But she didn't ask anyone for help.

Willow's independence warmed my heart even more.

Knowing we had plans with Penelope and Willow tomorrow, I turned to Zane and said, "I think I'll need to work late tonight."

Zane nodded. "Go ahead."

my laptop to the

drawing. Whether it was sketching or coloring, my speed had improved, and the quality of my work was noticeably better.

across from

completely absorbed in her work. Her serious and dedicated demeanor exuded an indescribable

think about everything Annalise had been through

Though deeply hurt, she hadn't let her past define her. She found a way to move on and build a

to notice his feelings, so he forced himself to look

To ensure Annalise wouldn't face trouble from his family after marrying

...

at Jessica's home and

let him see her looking so vulnerable. She lowered her head and said, "I

shouldn't have bothered

bright and confident, yet his irresponsibility had gradually

"It's fine," Steven replied.

Jessica looked up.

Jessica," he

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