The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 353

Zach continued, "But since you've become Willow's mother, all these things are your responsibility now."

I teasingly replied, "You send me such a large salary every month. Wouldn't I be wasting your money if I didn't handle anything?"

Zane spoke slowly, "I don't think so, Anna. Even if all you do is accompany Willow, which helps her feel better, the money is well spent."

I was stunned. "Really?"

Zane took my hand. "Mm."

I looked up at him. "By the way, tomorrow I want to visit my mom."

Zane asked, "Do you want me to go with you?"

Since we confirmed our relationship, things did not feel as intimate as before. Just holding hands seemed to bring us a little closer. "Okay."

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Jessica sat at home, repeatedly contemplating her current situation.

Although Steven had said he was considerate of her and didn't want her to get too close to Zane, Steven also hadn't made any effort to find her.

If things continued like this, the distance between them would only grow until Steven eventually stopped contacting her altogether.

No one would be paying for her luxurious lifestyle at that point anymore!

Jessica thought for a while and then decided to take the initiative.

She looked down at her swollen ankles, which had become larger due to her pregnancy. She quickly came up with a plan and dialed Steven's number. "Hello?"

Steven asked in a dismissive tone, "What is it?"

Jessica's voice was soft and tinged with a hint of emotion. "I twisted my ankle. Can you come check on me?"

Steven hesitated for a moment.

Zachary had overheard the conversation and watched the scene unfold with a hint of mockery in his eyes, though he quickly concealed it.

He pretended to be understanding and said, "Dad, even if you go to see Mommy Jessie, Mommy won't be angry.