The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 248

Penelope and Willow had a great time playing until 9:00 pm.

Suzy had no choice but to urge Penelope, saying that it was time to head home now. After all, they needed to sleep earlier since she had work the next day, whereas Penelope needed to attend kindergarten. Penelope reluctantly let go of Willow's hand. "Then, let's play again tomorrow, okay?"

To show her sincerity, Willow nodded fervently.

Since Liam was still lurking like a predator, we decided to accompany her, worried about Suzy going home alone with a child.

With Zane driving, I sat in the passenger seat.

Suzy, who was sitting in the back with Penelope, teased us with a smile, "It seems like the passenger seat is only reserved for Annalise. Is that the case, Mr. Huxham?"

Zane didn't deny it, calmly saying, "She is Willow's mother, after all."

As Suzy noticed that I was staying silent, she asked, "Do you have plans to get married?"

I answered honestly, "Not at the moment."

sighed before remarking, "I guess it's true that

to look at me.

would start doubting

at my own pace, "I wonder if marriage always ends this way, and I have started to think that maybe everyone gets

I just not good enough for someone great? Over time, it seems like being alone and being free is better. I wouldn't have to consider anyone else for the rest of my life." After saying that, I turned to

wholeheartedly, "I feel the same

...

grandparents remained. She stared at her two relatives before

Milton met her gaze

were to speak to them, how should they respond to her? Should they act shocked, as if they'd never spoken to her before? But wouldn't that scare her? Yet, if they seemed too calm, wouldn't Willow feet a

with their thoughts, Willow

sound of her footsteps

exchanged a look

On one hand, they were sure that Willow would not be able to speak to them. Yet, on the other hand, they were still hopeful that a miracle would happen. "Grandpa, Grandma, can you hear me?" Willow's voice came through

quickly said, "Yes,

get myself to talk to