NovelAppChapter 280 Once all other suitors were out of the picture, Zane would then have tto fine-tune his approach based on Annalise's reactions. He had plenty of patience to let things develop naturally, so there was no rush anyway. He could take his time. "That'll givethe best odds," he continued.
Milton studied him carefully. "We all support you keeping her ex away since he wasn't good to her. But what if someone better than you comes along?" Zane turned to face Milton. He took his tto think before answering, "Then, I'll just have to becthe best man in her life.
"Milton, I know I can give Annalise the best life possible, and I know my love for her will never fade." This was exactly what Milton wanted to hear. "Good. Having confidence is important. Just remember these words when your dream comes true." Zane's eyes crinkled with a smile. "I will. I know exactly what I want." When Steven arrived at Jessica's, he had barely made it to the living room before she ran to him. She threw her arms around his waist, sobbing softly. "I missed you so much." Steven gripped her shoulders and pushed her back. "What happened?" Jessica's eyes were red and puffy. "I cut my finger while cooking. There was so much blood." Her voice was small and timid. Seeming to have sensed his coldness, she backed away. "I panicked and didn't know what to do. It's justand Cody here. He's just a child, and I couldn't ask him for help." Jessica kept her head down. "You were my only option." "Where's the first aid kit?" Steven rarely stayed here and did not know where anything was.
Jessica pointed behind him. "It's in the first drawer on the right of the TV stand." Steven walked over and pulled open the drawer. He retrieved the iodine and cotton swabs, then approached her. "Which finger?" Jessica sat obediently on the couch before holding out her hand. Only then did Steven realize it was just a minor cut. It was barely a scratch.
Feeling his judgment, Jessica ducked her head. "Do you think it could hurt the baby?" Steven dabbed the cut gently with iodine. Patiently, he said, "No, it won't." "Thank goodness!" Jessica exhaled in relief. She snuck a glance at him and whispered, "Steven, I know you love Annalise, but I'm scared
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