The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 327

Chapter 327

Jessica lowered her head, adopting a pitiful expression. The only has eyes for Annalise now.

Chloe, reassured by Jessica's submissive tone, exhaled softly and gave a fum cod. "Leave Steven to me, I'll handle ir "

Jessica's face it up in excitement. "Really? Thank you so much, mom!"

After leaving Jessica's home, Chloe returned to her bedroom and sat down, deep in thought. She needed a plan to convince Steven Steren had always been like this-stubborn to a fault, once he made up his mind, no amount of persuasion could sway him. Realizing she couldn't handle this alone, she decided it was time to call in support.

After weighing het options, Chloe concluded that Zachary was the key.

As Seven's only son, Zachary held a special place in Steven's heart. If Zachary spoke up on Jessica's behall, Steven would likely relent, at least temporarily. Without hesitation, Chile dialed Zachary's number.

The phone tang and uang, but no one answered.

Chloe's face darkened. So, Zachary wasn't even bothering to answer her calls now, huh?

was furious and immediately called Steven instead. "What's wrong with Zachary?

did you check the

glanced at her phone screen. It was already

has to go to bed early

about Steven anyway,

to concile with Jessica," the und

sighed, rubbing his temples as the headache set in "I't

haven't even tried. How

I thought being with her would be perfect, like a dream come true. "But reality was different. It didn't work, and it won't work now. So, mom, please don't force me." Steven deliberately

at her phone, stunned by the abrupt

hers had hung up on her,

Chloe sat quietly for a long while, calming

to be difficult, but his flat-out refusal

Steven, she would have to wait until tomorrow when Zachary was awake. He was her best bet-he would surely help.

finished getting

delivery was fent, her tone

doorframe, watching