The Unveiled Rose

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."

...

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.

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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.

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

"Mommy is kind. She will definitely understand."

Steven glanced at Zachary, and their gazes met.

Steven's resolve wavered.

Jessica didn't rush him. Instead, she spoke in a voice that was on the verge of tears. "Steven, it really hurts." Upon hearing this, Steven immediately got into his car, stepped on the gas pedal, and disappeared from Zachary's view. Zachary sneered in disdain.

At this point, Steven still couldn't let go of Jessica, yet he thought he could reconcile with Annalise.

Was he thinking of continuing his entanglement with Jessica after getting back together with Annalise? Zachary suddenly felt disgusted by Steven.

Fortunately, Annalise had met a man who truly loved her and was wholeheartedly dedicated to her. Zachary continued to watch the person on the balcony.

...

Steven arrived at Jessica's house.

Jessica had originally planned to run over and welcome Steven, but as soon as she stood up, she suddenly realized something.

If she did that, Steven would definitely find out she was lying.

So, Jessica gently lifted her right foot and slowly made her way to the door. She opened it, revealing a fragile smile. "You're here?" Steven immediately softened when he saw her struggling to move toward the living room.

He stepped forward and picked her up.

Jessica wrapped her arms around Steven's neck, tears streaming down her face. "I thought you didn't want to deal with me anymore."

"Of course not." Steven placed her on the couch, kneeled before her, and took her hand. "What happened to your foot?"