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Chapter 157
Rose's phone buzzed with an incoming call, interrupting her thoughts about tomorrow's meeting with Max. She glanced at the screen and saw her mother's name, her heart quickening at the hint of urgency in the call. With a deep breath, she answered, "Hello, Mom?"
Her mother's voice came through, but it was unsteady, carrying an emotional weight that caught Rose's attention. "Rose, dear, I need to ask you something," she began, her words betraying her nervousness.
Curiosity and concern mingled within Rose as she responded, "Of course, Mom. You can ask me anything."
The pause on the other end seemed to stretch for an eternity, making Rose's pulse quicken. Then, with a shakiness in her voice, her mother asked the question that sent shockwaves through Rose's mind, "Were you pregnant six months ago?"
Rose's eyes widened, her breath hitching as her heart pounded against her ribcage. She hadn't expected this question, espe
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Rose stood in front of her mirror, her reflection staring back at her with a mix of determination and uncertainty. She adjusted the collar of her blouse and smoothed out the fabric of her skirt. Getting ready to meet Max brought a rush of nervous excitement that made her heart race.She carefully picked out a pair of delicate earrings, a gift from her mother, and secured them in place. She took one last look at herself, her hazel eyes reflecting a medley of emotions, before stepping away from the mirror.With a purposeful stride, Rose moved through the mansion, her steps echoing through the grand hallways. She had decided to leave a note for Sebastian, a precaution just in case he returned before she did. She scribbled a message on a piece of paper and left it on the table in the hallway, making sure it was prominently displayed.The note read: "Sebastian, went to see mother at the candy shop. Be back soon. Love, Rose."
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As Rose stood there, her gaze fixed on the message she had just sent to Sebastian, her phone suddenly rang, startling her. The screen displayed his name, and a sense of apprehension gripped her as she answered the call."Hello?" Rose's voice trembled slightly, a mixture of fear and determination in her tone."Rose," Sebastian's voice came through the phone, smooth and calculated. "Your mother wants to speak with you."Rose's heart skipped a beat at the mention of her mother. She hadn't anticipated being able to talk to her so soon, and a glimmer of hope rose within her. "Put her on," she replied, her voice still shaky.There was a brief pause, and then her mother's voice came through the line. "Rose, sweetheart?""Mom?" Rose's voice was filled with both relief and concern. "Are you okay? What's going on?"Her mother's voice was strained but tried to sound reassuring. "I'm fine, dear. Don't worry abou
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