The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 24

I looked at Zane, who then said, "They're even in the same class."

Meanwhile, Willow seemed to be fishing for praise. "I observed all the kids in my class and noticed Zachary was the most well taken care of! At that time, I thought it would be awesome if Zachary's mommy could be mine!" She gave a sweet smile. "Now, my wish came true."

She was so innocent and adorable. At that moment, I could feel her words melting my cold heart.

I smiled at her. "Congratulations, Willow!"

She giggled, then continued eating.

"Since I've promised to be her mommy, I must act like one, including dropping her off and picking her up from schoo'

to Zane. "I'll be there no matter who's at the kindergarten."

Zane nodded. "Thank you for what you're doing."

I casually answered, "No problem. It's my job."

I turned

I thought Willow talking to me meant a step in progress for her condition, but she continued to ignore everyone else in the house and only nodded in response when Zane spoke with her.

As I sat in the car and looked at Willow beside me, I began to understand why Zane hired me to be her mother. Otherwise, her condition might worsen.

Once we arrived at the kindergarten gate, I held Willow's hand and led her to the entrance.

Since the previous incident, some teachers recognized me and began staring at me with caution.

Seeing that, Zane furrowed his brows and went up to them. "This is Willow's mother. She'll be sending and picking her up from now on.

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The two teachers locked eyes. Although curious, they didn't voice their questions and merely nodded. "Got it."

I crouched down and looked at Willow. "Be good at school, and I'll pick you up in the afternoon. Okay?"

She seemed teary-eyed, as if reluctant to part with me. "Okay, but you must come early."

Seemingly recalling my condition, she quickly added, "Or later is fine. I'll wait for you, Mommy. Your health matters more."

What an amazing girl! I was almost moved to tears. "Okay. I hear you."

Willow had just taken three steps forward when she turned around, yelling, "Mommy!"

I stared at her figure. "I'm right here."

She began tearing up. "I'll miss you."

She had never spoken at school, and everyone tacitly labeled her as the mute kid. Now that she had spoken so many words at once, teachers at the gate exchanged shocking looks. Willow added, "Mommy, you must miss me, too!"

""I will."

"Why are you here?"

My sight was still on Willow when I suddenly heard Zachary's voice. I turned around, only to see his hostile face staring at me.

"Are you still hung up on us? Are you planning to kidnap me while everyone's distracted?"

He hated my guts and only harbored disdain toward me. But guess what? The feelings were mutual.

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I paid no heed to him and was prepared to leave, yet he came blocking my way. "I'm telling you. I'll never come with you no matter how many times you come to my school!"

"What nonsense are you talking about?" My countenance grew increasingly cold as I questioned him, "Why would I want to kidnap you? Who are you to me?"

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