Chapter 40

That was when Zane remembered Willow's words. He put on a stern expression and said, "We're not buying that doll." Willow wanted to pretend to lie on the ground and throw a tantrum. Yet, she looked around and realized there were people nearby. Her cheeks soon turned bright red as she hid behind Zane. "I don't wanna pretend anymore." She seemed slightly embarrassed. I couldn't help but chuckle at her. She was such a unique child. Zane picked Willow up. Willow buried her head against Zane's chest and said, "Please stop laughing, Mommy." It was only then that I stopped. Zane carried Willow with one hand while pushing the shopping cart with his other hand. It seemed too exhausting for him, and I wanted to help ease his burden, so I took the shopping cart from him. "I'll push the cart." "Sure." Zane didn't refuse my help. "Our chef, Duncan Frye, is on leave tomorrow. We'll have to eat out during the day." Willow voiced her preference just then. "I want pizza!" I was about to offer