The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 694

Zane grinned and replied, "Understood."

He suddenly felt that Willow was truly a wonderful child. She worried that they might forget about her once they had their children. However, after receiving reassurance, she immediately began worrying that their future children wouldn't get enough love.

Zane said to Willow affectionately, "I want you to know that no matter what happens, I will always stand by your side unconditionally."

Willow lifted her chin, satisfied. "Good! If you ever ignore or push me aside, I won't forgive you! And even if you try to make it up to me, I'll still be mad."

Zane chuckled and gently ruffled her hair. "I promise I will never neglect you." Willow turned to me with hopeful eyes. I smiled. "Don't worry. I promise, too."

It was only then that she nodded in approval. "That's more like it."

Dorothy and Milton, who had been listening, couldn't help but feel a pang of sympathy. Willow was such a naive child who believed in her parents' promises. However, promises would only hold weight where love existed. One day, if the love faded, one would even feel at ease if you distance yourself.

Zane. Thankfully, Zane and Annalise

Hence, they felt reassured.

was certain that even if they had their own children in the

me affectionately, chatting about anything and everything. I gently patted

and

"Why would I think

hesitation, she replied, "If I talked like this to other people, they'd probably think, 'This kid talks so much. She's

her, but I hesitated. If I said that, would she become blind to the possibility

I said, "When talking to others, it's good to be mindful of their feelings. But

hugged my arm. "Mom,

watched as she happily skipped

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