The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 233

I asked in confusion, "You don't want us to get involved?"

Once she was sure I wasn't against Zane helping, Suzy finally said, "I'd love that."

...

When we arrived at the restaurant where Liam had arranged to meet, Zane and I led the two children to a window-side table.

Neither of them knew what was about to happen. They were busy flipping through the menu, pointing at the pictures of food, and discussing which ones to pick. Penelope said, "I think this one looks good."

Willow nodded in agreement.

Zane patiently helped the children place their orders, while I turned my attention to Suzy.

...

sat there

Suzy's ex-husband and Penelope's father, he knew her better than anyone else. He knew exactly how to handle

first to speak. "What gives you

at him. "Don't you

tell you, then. It's because

explain, "It's because I've been

don't have a

expenses fell on

her. She believed that by providing Penelope with more material

learning that Penelope had been mistreated in Liam's household, Suzy was determined never to let her stay

work. Besides, my entire family is against you taking Penelope. Suzy, if you were more reasonable, you'd

"Otherwise, we'll sue

how she feels and investigate both households to see which environment is better for her. Clearly, my income is higher than yours, and Penelope prefers me. So, you won't win this battle." By the end, Suzy's tone turned

wasn't working, he softened

work and couldn't care for her properly. I thought you would take good care of her. Who would have guessed you'd be so