The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 221

Zane returned to the amusement park.

I told him about my idea, "Zane, how about we bring Penelope to our place when we pick up Willow on weekdays? I think having her around might help Willow recover faster."

"That's actually a good idea," Zane agreed. "But there's an important issue to consider."

I listened patiently.

Zane slowly explained, "Suzy was dismissed from her old company and received a large severance package. She's also decided to join our company."

I was a little surprised. But recalling how much he had always admired Suzy, I smiled and said, "Well, congratulations!"

Zane gave me a thoughtful look. "Her working hours will be nine to five, with weekends off, so she should be able to spend time with Penelope. That means, even if we were willing to help by picking her up, she probably wouldn't agree." I felt a bit disappointed. "I see."

Zane gently patted my shoulder. "I know you're doing this for Willow's sake, but she's recovering so quickly these days. I think we can afford to slow things down a bit. Patience is key."

His words made sense. "You're right."

our conversation ended, Suzy reached out to us, saying she didn't have work today

Penelope how she felt

kind to her, she still preferred being with

arrived to pick up Penelope, and

take Willow to enjoy a

her gently,

always like their moms. I'm the same. She's been apart from

with her, of course, she'll want to stay close. If the

was already considering how others felt at such a young

me," Willow said sweetly

hugged her back. "Of

I love

Zane chimed in, "What about

Daddy, too!" "Good." Zane

Penelope around, Willow wasn't in the mood to play outside, so we all went

was eager to go upstairs and share her day's experiences with her dolls. But just as she took her first step,

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looked at him, clearly frustrated. "What is it,