Chapter 237

Zane walked slowly to the floor-to-ceiling window. The lights in the yard were on, casting a calm, serene glow. He dialed Rowena's number. Zane decided it was best to give Rowena a heads-up now. He didn't want her to make things difficult for Annalise if he eventually ended up with her. Rowena curiously asked, "Why are you calling so late? What's going on?" "I'm in love with someone," Zane replied, not intending to hide anything. "Mom, when I bring her home, I hope you'll treat her well." Rowena sounded surprised. "When did you get a girlfriend?" Zane answered casually, "I haven't even asked her out yet. I'm just giving you a heads-up." Rowena suddenly had a bad feeling. "This wouldn't happen to be your nanny, would it?" Zane corrected her, "She's not a nanny. She's Willow's mom." The confirmation made Rowena bristle. "Absolutely not! I won't agree to this!" "You don't get a say. It's my choice," Zane replied calmly. Rowena continued to argue, "She's been married with a child