The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 196

Zane also understood what I was worried about.

He placed his hands on my shoulders, saying seriously, "You don't have to worry about it. Leave it to me, and I'll handle it."

His eyes shone with a firm determination to succeed.

I, too, understood that everything he did was for Willow's sake.

"Alright," I said in agreement.

He let go of me and walked off to the side, making some calls to people in order to fish for information on the little girl.

It turned out that her name was Penelope Summers, and her parents operated a small company.

He obtained Penelope's father's phone number and proceeded to call him. When the other side picked up, he got straight to the point, explaining the purpose of his call.

Penelope's father, Liam Summers, didn't reply immediately.

Zane understood that as a parent, Liam was sure to be incredibly cautious in fear that his child may come to harm, so he explained that Penelope's family could record something for her from home instead, then hand it to her when it was time for school.

He could refrain from directly approaching Penelope, and in return, he also offered to collaborate with Liam.

Still, Liam didn't immediately provide him with an answer.

Zane was in no hurry either, so he offered to give Liam a few days to think it over.

Just as he was about to hang up, Liam responded, "Alright."

Zane was evidently really happy about successfully convincing Liam.

He walked over and picked me up, saying joyfully, "Anna, Willow is going to get better really soon."

I stared at him in shock, feet dangling in the air. Had he always been this strong? He could actually lift a grown person so casually?

It didn't take long for me to digest the fact. I knew he had forgotten the boundaries between us due to his happiness, but I didn't want to remind me and ruin his mood.

So instead, I simply replied, "That's right, and she'll only get better and better in the future."

Zane let go of me, the smile in his eyes deepening. "How wonderful!"

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After returning to his bedroom, Zane lay down in his bed. He always used to have no problems sleeping, but he just couldn't seem to fall asleep this time. His mind was filled with thoughts of Annalise.