The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 168

Chapter 168 

willow looked serious, almost like an abili 

Lane pinched her cheek, trying tough “But you’re not a tot ammon 

Will was still quite young. She red ber head thoughtfully, struggling to find a way to argue her point. Thus, the turbeiri 

gently lifted her onto my lap and said, “but peretheart, you’re still in kindergarten.” 

Willow nodded in agrement, saying, “Mommy, you’re right.” 

for assistance. 

When even arrived to pick up Zachary, he noticed Jessica standing quietly nearby with her hair half tied up. For a moment, he felt transported back to the time before he divorced Annalise During that period, he would tako Zachary to school before work. He would also pick him up after his shift, while Jessica managed her responsibilities in much the same way. 

Naturally, this resting brought them into contact As time passed, they gradually set aside their past animosity and began to reconnect. 

Steven approached Jessica and asked, “‘ Cody slip school today?” 

“worry that you’re preoccupied with work.” Jessica smiled 

Jessica had considered her approach carefully. She realized that since Steve wasn’t comfortable with close interactions just yet, she decided to start by connecting with Zachary to help him develop a beste impression of her. 

Despite having treated Zachary poorly in the past, which made him fearful and resistant, he was still a naive child. She believed that if she softened her attitude and was kind to him, he would eventually come to love her again and help her get closer to Steven 

Jessica lovingly caressed her belly and remarked, “I know you’re busy and might not be able to get Zachary, so I took the initiative to pick him up.” 

With a fool of vulnerability, the asked, “You don’t mind, do you?” 

steven briefly met her gaze before diverting his eyes, I understand, but your priority right now is your pregnancy and the baby. You shouldn’t stress about picking up Zachary. The drives 

can handle it.” 

to take me out 

As Zachary left kindergarten, besaw Steven and Jessica taking but showed the excitement. He approached Steven and said calmly, “Daddy, I’ll ask M, Thompson to tal Jessica inquired tentatively, “We’re both coming to pick you up today. Don’t you want to join us for some fun?” 

Zachary cast a puzzled look at Jessica, questioning what had caused her change in behavior. Just a few days prior, she had bullied him and vented her frustrations on him. Now, he couldn’t help but wonder why she was being so kind today. 

Zachary resolutely desponded, “You and Daddy should enjoy your date. I have my own plans to tend to 

Immediately afterward, he climbed into the car. Before Jessica could even utter a word urging him to stay, Zachary had already instructed Harry to hit the road.