The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 237

Chapter 237

Zane walked slowly to the floor-to-ceiling window. The lights in the yard were on, casting a calm, serene glow. He dialed Rowena's number.

Zane decided it was best to give Rowena a heads-up now. He didn't want her to make things difficult for Annalise if he eventually ended up with her. Rowena curiously asked, "Why are you calling so late? What's going on?"

"I'm in love with someone," Zane replied, not intending to hide anything. "Mom, when I bring her home, I hope you'll treat her well."

Rowena sounded surprised. "When did you get a girlfriend?"

Zane answered casually, "I haven't even asked her out yet. I'm just giving you a heads-up."

Rowena suddenly had a bad feeling. "This wouldn't happen to be your nanny, would it?"

Zane corrected her, "She's not a nanny. She's Willow's mom."

The confirmation made Rowena bristle. "Absolutely not! I won't agree to this!"

a say. It's my choice," Zane replied

been married with a child. Her

don't see it that way,"

pause, he added, "Let me warn you don't cause

by how firmly Zane stood by Annalise. "Is she really

without a hint

After thinking it over, she was sure that her good son shouldn't be wasted on someone like

tomorrow, where she would make it clear that Zane wasn't someone she should be interested in. She was determined to make sure Annalise understood her place. With that thought, Rowena's mood

...

home, Chloe immediately rushed over. "Did you eat

forced a smile. "Mr. Thompson ordered takeout for me.

off. "You've been looking down lately. What

his

Something's off," Chloe pressed. "You and Jessica used to be inseparable. You'd rather be with her than with your mother. Now

with me instead of going back. Is it

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