The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 216

Chapter 216 

The plan was simple–install a wallor tafide inside one of Willow’s dells so she could directly chat with her grandparents through it. It wouldn’t take long before Willow felt comfortable speaking to them without any innermediaries. 

The thought brought a smile to my face 

Watching this little girl, whom I cared for with all my heart, gasholly open up 

open up led me with indescribable joy. 

After sharing her excitement, Willow cheerfully said, “Mommy, I’m heading to bed now,” 

I stood up with her, but she explained eaesth. “Grandpa and Grandma are keeping me company tonight. So, you can take a break” 

I watched as she happed her two oversized dolls and hutted her way upstairs. 

She was still just a little girl, and the dolls were almost too big for her to carry at once. But she didn’t ask anyone for help. 

Willow’s independence warmed my heart even mor 

knowing we had plans with Penelope and Willow tomorrow, I turned to Zane and said, “I think I’ll need to work late tonight 

Zane nodded, “Go ahead.” 

“okay” cared my laptop to the living room and got to work 

Over time, I had become much more efficient at drawing. Whether it was sketching or coloring, my speed had improved, and the quality of my work was noticeably 

After finishing my immediate tasks, I continued pushing forward, trying to get ahead. 

Zanesat across from Anne, watching 

She was completely absorbed in her work. Her serious and dedicated demeanor exuded an indescribable charm. 

Zane couldn’t help but think about everything Annalise had been through since he first met her. 

She had been betrayed by her husband and child. Though deeply hurt, she hadn’t let her past define her. She found a way to move on and build a new life. 

Headmired that about Annalise 

He wasnt wady for her to notice his feelings, so he forced himself to look away 

But at that moment, he made up his mind. He had to pursue Annalise and make her his wife. To ensure Annalise wouldn’t taco trouble from his family atter marrying him, thought he should probably how a word with them in achcance. 

Meanwhile, Steven had arrived at jessica’s home and sent the driver away 

Jessica loodar Steven, her eyes listened with subtle tears the seemed unwilling to let him see her looking to vulnerable. She loved her head and said, “How you’re busy. I shouldn’t have bothered you.” 

Steven gazed at Jessica. She had always been bright and confident, yet his irresponsibility had gradually turned her into someone timid and hesitant 

“It’s fine,” Steven replied. 

Imicaloland up 

Tmanry, Jenk 

suddenly mid 

Jessica was confused by his sudden apology