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.

Milton glanced at Zane. Thankfully, Zane and Annalise weren't that kind of

Hence, they felt reassured.

her with all their hearts. Zane was certain that

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

while, she tilted her head and asked, "Mom, do

"Why would I think

replied, "If I talked like this to other people, they'd probably

was adorable and everyone would love her, but I hesitated. If I said that, would she become blind to

said, "When talking to others, it's good to be mindful of their feelings. But when you're talking to me, you don't have to

"Mom, you're the best! I

watched as she happily skipped over to Penelope and took her hand. Then, the two

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