The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel 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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Atterbeaktas, 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 go. 

But kids are innocent–they say whatever they hear without a filter. If I told Willow the truth and Steven ever spoke to her, trying to pry information out of her, he would find out that Zane and I weren’t really together, 

He would never stop chasing after me 

To avoid that had no choice but to be “Yes, that’s right.” 

Wilow frowned, clearly puzzled. “But when you’re at home, you and daddy act so distant. It doesn’t seem like you’re dating at all? 

Zaneled and smoothly chimed in, “That’s because we’re careful not to show affection in front of you. We didn’t want to set a bad example.” 

Willow’s frown deepened. “But I want to see mommy and daddy being lovey–dovey“. 

Zane played along seamlessly. “Then we’ll start behaving like a real couple in front of you.” 

Willow sat up excitedly. “Yay!” 

Meanwhile, Chloe had been up early, trying to call Zachary, but he wasn’t answering 

She pressed her lips together, irritation bubbling inside her, 

Zachary really knew how to hold a grudge. All she had done was say a few words to Steven at the hospital, and he was still giving her the cold shoulder? 

Chloe scotted 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 to him. With animated sigh, she stood up. 

One way or another, she would find a way to get in touch with him. 

he had the chauffeur drive her to kindergarten When she sported Zachary with his backpack, she quickly walked with a smile. “My sweet grandson.” Zachary, sewing her approach, took a step back and asked flatly, “What do you want?”