The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 124

Chapter 124 

Gavin fell silent 

Thad no intention of wasting any more time on him, so I withdrew my mocking gaze and continued walking with Willow. 

Frustrated, Willow grumbled, “Momary, I really don’t like that pay.” 

When your ex–husband hurt you, none of them spoke up for you,” she continued, her voice growing bitter. “And now that you’re doing better, they’re all coming to criticize you!” 

She placed back at Gavin, her anger evident. “Who do they think they are?” 

She was standing up for me I couldn’t spoil the moment. ““You’re right.” 

Willow’s expression turned sad. “I really wish I could talk to other people. Then, I could defend you, Mommy!” 

I played along with her word. “Then, you’ll have to try your best.” 

Willow looked up at me. 

I pretended to be troubled and said, “Life is long, and there will always be prople criticizing me. I really hope you can speak up for me one day.” 

Willow’s face became serious as the said, “Mommy, I will never let you down!” 

“Really?” I beamed with joy. 

She nodded 

1 sighed, feeling touched. “That’s wonderful.” 

The three of us continued walking aimlessly along the street. We didn’t head home until Willow felt less bloated 

Gavin watched Annalice’s retreating figure. 

He couldn’t understand. Annalise had once loved Steven so much, so how could she get over him so easily? 

He stood there for a long time, then he decided to tell Steven about this encounter, 

“Hello” Steven answered the phone, his voice filled with curiosity. “What’s going on?” 

Gavin knew that Steven had already fallen for Annalise, though he hadn’t fully realized it yet. If he told Slaven this painful truth, he would certainly suffer, But at least Steven still had Jessica by his side. 

With Jessica’s company, Steven would probably prt over the heartbreak quickly. Maybe he could even fall in love with Jessica again. 

Gavin paused for a moment before saying, “I can into Annalise today at the food marker” 

Steven perked up. “Which food marker? 

Gavin knew hearing about Annalise’s whereabouts would surely make Steven want to rush over to her even if it was just to create a chance encounter. 

He continued, “She was with Zane.” 

Steven responded lazily, “Oh.” 

*saw her, and Gavin slowed his speech on purpose, as it to make sure Steven heard him clearly. “She seemed to really enjoy her life now