The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 262

Zane's question left me puzzled. I couldn't help but ask back, "Why would I mind?"

Zane understood that if a woman truly loved a man, she would naturally develop a sense of possessiveness toward him. My indifference signified that I didn't love him—not yet. Though disappointed, Zane reminded himself not to rush things. He smiled faintly, "You're right."

...

After dropping Suzy off at her home and ensuring Liam wasn't lurking nearby, Zane and I finally drove away.

When we got home, Willow rushed into my arms the moment she saw me. "Mommy!"

I bent down and scooped her up. "What's up?"

Her tiny face pressed against my shoulder as she excitedly said, "Do you remember the goal I set in front of you before?"

"You said you'd be able to communicate with people other than me and Daddy within a month."

it." Willow looked at me, her eyes sparkling. "I'm so amazing, right? Don't I deserve a reward?" She truly was remarkable-setting goals and working diligently toward them

would you

slept with me for a

refuse such

Willow wriggled out of my

something, turned back to Zane in the living room. "I'm going to

He nodded. "Alright."

the bathroom. She must

waiting for her patiently. After finishing her bath, Willow diligently practiced speaking

her, she held up a hand to stop

haven't read my book

out the words.

finished her daily routine, she nestled against me on the bed.

ruffled her soft hair. "Is that

world. When I'm with you, I feel like no matter