The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 233

I asked in confusion, "You don't want us to get involved?"

Once she was sure I wasn't against Zane helping, Suzy finally said, "I'd love that."

…

When we arrived at the restaurant where Liam had arranged to meet, Zane and I led the two children to a window-side table.

Neither of them knew what was about to happen. They were busy flipping through the menu, pointing at the pictures of food, and discussing which ones to pick.

Penelope said, "I think this one looks good."

Willow nodded in agreement.

Zane patiently helped the children place their orders, while I turned my attention to Suzy.

…

Suzy sat there quietly, saying nothing.

Liam sat across from her. As Suzy's ex-husband and Penelope's father, he knew her better than anyone else. He knew exactly how to handle her.

Liam was the first to speak. "What gives you the right to take Penelope?"

Suzy stared at him. "Don't you already know why?

"I'll tell you, then. It's because you didn't pick up Penelope."

Liam hurried to explain, "It's because I've been busy with work."

"Ha!" Suzy scoffed. "You don't have a job now, do you?"