The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven) novel Chapter 606

Jessica took a deep breath, knowing that one wrong move could cost her everything. She gazed down as she caressed her stomach. She would keep the baby no matter what.

After some hesitation, she gave Chloe a call. When the latter picked up, she started sobbing. "Chloe, I don't know if it's the pregnancy, but I've been an emotional wreck these days."

Jessica was practically golden in Chloe's eyes. With a gentle smile, she asked patiently, "What happened?"

"Steven has recently gotten chummy with Annalise," Jessica whined tearfully. "I can't help but think what will happen to me if he decides to get back together with her and abandon me and my baby!"

"That won't happen!" Chloe promised solemnly. "He's not getting back together with Annalise—not on my watch!"

Jessica knew Chloe would unconditionally side with her. "As much as I appreciate it, your assurance won't make me feel better about this situation."

"Then what do you want me to do?" Chloe asked.

"Persuade Steven to get a vasectomy," Jessica replied without even batting an eye.

Chloe fell silent when she heard this. She knew her chances of becoming a grandmother were riding on Jessica, but getting Steven to undergo a vasectomy seemed somewhat extreme.

She tried to negotiate with Jessica, keeping her tone pleasant as she said, "Normally, it's the woman who chooses to get her tubes tied. It's rare for a man to want to get a vasectomy."

Jessica argued, "Unless the chances of Steven having children with other women are reduced to zero, I won't believe that he won't walk out on me and my child."

"This sounds like an important decision," Chloe said hesitantly. "It's best if I talk to Steven about it."

Considering Steven's attitude, Jessica had a feeling he wouldn't budge on getting a vasectomy. "Fine. Tell him that if he refuses to get the surgery, I'll abort the kid."

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