The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 464

Unfortunately, I gave birth to a son. The hairstyling skills I had learned had no place to shine.

But now, I had a daughter. Every day, I could style her hair in all kinds of beautiful designs.

Today, I braided Willow's hair into a new style. She stood in front of the mirror with neatly woven braids.

Her round, adorable cheeks reflected in the glass as she blinked her eyes and exclaimed, "Who is this? She's way too cute!"

Her unabashed self-praise made me smile uncontrollably. Playing along, I said, "Maybe she's from the Huxham family?"

Willow turned to me, saying, "You're really lucky!"

I didn't know where she developed such an adult-like tone, but the childish innocence in her words made her all the more endearing.

I couldn't resist reaching out and pinching her little cheeks. "That's right. Everyone must be so envious of me for having such an amazing daughter."

Willow nodded and added, "And I bet all the other kids are jealous of me for having a mom as great as you. Mommy, I love you."

I scooped her into my arms. "I love you too."

catching us as we

Willow and I got along brought a warm smile to his face. "Time

excitedly while pulling me down

tiring at times, Willow believed that as long as she kept going, it would bring positive changes. She was determined to continue because she never

workouts increased, Willow pushed through

increased intensity of

feeling a bit out of breath. However, she breezed through the run

but marvel at the energy

After completing the exercise,

headed off to

done, she sat at the dining table just

with both hands, took a deep breath,

meal, though, she

couldn't resist asking, "Why are

at me, her eyes

She looked up at

strong! Mommy, I'm going to drink milk every day from now on. That way, I'll become the strongest kid

would support her unconditionally. "You're the best!"

....

breakfast. There was milk, a fried egg, and