The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Willow seriously considered my words; then, she agreed with me. However, she said woefully, "If you sleep together again tonight, you have to tell me!"

"Of course!"

The truth was Zane felt bad for Willow. After all, her parents passed away when she was little, so she never had the chance to sleep in the same bed as another adult. Instead, she always slept alone.

Zane said, "But Mommy and I work late into the night. Will that affect your sleep?"

Willow immediately shook her head and said, "No, it won't! I sleep quickly and soundly! Even if you're listening to music, it won't affect me at all."

Upon hearing that, Zane felt relieved. He said, "That's good."

However, Willow was still worried. She dried her tears and stared intently at me instead. Upon noticing that, I chuckled and said, "I promise I will tell you."

It was then that Willow finally felt assured. I continued, "Actually, let's not wait until tonight. We can tell you now that we're going to sleep together tonight. Would you like to join us?"

Immediately, Willow nodded and exclaimed, "Yes!"

Willow, having secured her spot in advance, felt better. After washing up, she exercised as usual, humming happily the entire time.

Willow held her chin high and declared, "I'm smart! Don't try to be all lovey-dovey and leave me behind! We're a family, so we should spend time together."

Zane and I were just happy to see Willow in her innocent self. "You're right. We'll do as you say, Willow!"

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After exercising, Willow went into the living room and shared what happened this morning with Milton and Dorothy. When they heard her words, their faces fell. They exchanged looks before finally looking down simultaneously.noveldrama

In the end, Dorothy had to spell things out. After all, she couldn't be too blunt about adult matters!

Dorothy hesitated before saying, "Willow, it's time for you to be independent!"

Willow had expected her

grandparents to compliment her for her intelligence, but she hadn't expected them to tell her to be more independent. Willow was furious!

"Why, though? They're both adults and get to sleep in the same room. Why do I have to sleep alone?"

Seeing how firm Willow was, Dorothy was hesitant to speak. Willow continued and asked, "Shouldn't adults set the example?"

After a long time, Dorothy muttered, "You'll affect your parents..."

Before she could finish, Zane interrupted her. He said, "It's fine; she can sleep with us."

Upon seeing that Zane and I showed no resistance toward Willow, both Dorothy and Milton sighed in relief.

Jessica requested to meet Otis at the hotel. To avoid any misunderstandings, she decided meet him in the hotel lobby. That way, even if somebody saw them together, nobody would

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misunderstand their relationship.

When Jessica arrived, she noticed that Otis was already there. She knew that if

she didn't order anything at the hotel, it wouldn't match her current identity.

She asked, "Do you prefer coffee or tea?"

Otis replied, "Tea, please."

Still pregnant Jessica didn't dare to drink any tea. After ordering tea for Otis, she ordered herself a glass of milk. She then put down the menu and said, "Actually, I'd suggest you give me the investment funds first."

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Instead of immediately agreeing to her suggestion, Otis asked, "Why?"