The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 329

Chapter 329

Zane noticed the eager expression on Willow's face and chuckled. "Of course, without your help, I wouldn't stand a chance.

"Am I really that important?" Willow asked, her eyes wide with surprise.

Zane gently ruffled her hair. "Absolutely. So, Willow, never underestimate yoursel

After cheering her up, Zane carried her out of the study. The three of us spent the morning exercising together in the yard. Willow's energy was noticeably brighter-the was more outgoing, confident, and even eating better than usual.

As I watched her, I realized just how fulfilling it was to be part of a child's journey, witnessing them grow little by little, I was pure happiness.

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Zane and drove Willow to school. Willow lay nestled in my arms, she gazed up at me with her big eyes. "Mommy, I heard from daddy that you're dating him. Is that true?" Zane and I were pretending to be in a relationship to convince everyone around us. Only by doing this could I make Steven believe I truly had a boyfriend, and he would finally let me

and Steven ever spoke to her, trying to

never stop chasing

had no choice but to be "Yes, that's

"But when you're at home, you and daddy act so distant. It

"That's because we're careful not to show affection in front of

I want to see mommy

start behaving

up excitedly.

been up early, trying

together, irritation

All she had done was say a few words to Steven at the hospital, and he was still giving

The only reason the was even tolerating Zachary was that she needed his help right now. Otherwise, there was no way she would be this civil