Rose's POVI blinked in confusion, my tear-stained face turning pale. "Wh- what? But you… you look just like him," I stammered, my voice trembling.The man sighed heavily, running a hand through his hair. His eyes held a mix of frustration and annoyance. "I get it. As a rogue you need money and your tactics are getting old. It's this the new trick to get money right?" He asked, feeling disgusted as he clearly misunderstood me."No, please. That's not it. What do you mean by tactics? I'm not begging for money. It's me, Rose, last time we met, you called me Hazel- like the color of my eyes. Don't you remember? You have to, you have to be Hottie, the voice, the facial features, you…""Enough! Take," he said and handed me a wad of cash. "Do not bother me again and stop this new tactic of yours, it's not working."I shook my head, my mind reeling with confusion. "No, I swear, I'm not trying to trick you or beg for money. I genuinely thought you were Hottie because of the uncanny resemblanc
Rose's POVThe deafening sound of the gunshot echoed through the air, shattering the tense silence that had settled over the scene. We all bent down as we heard the gunshot trying to avoid the shot.I heard a man yell and I turned around. Time seemed to slow down as I watched in horror as the bullet missed me, its intended target, and struck a passerby instead. A middle-aged man who had been innocently walking by stumbled and fell to the ground, clutching his shoulder, blood staining his clothes.The realization of what had just occurred crashed over me like a tidal wave. "Ahhhhhhhh," I screamed at the sight of blood, my trembling legs threatened to give way as my gaze locked onto the injured man. Panic and guilt consumed me, threatening to suffocate any rational thought. I couldn't believe that my presence had led to such an unfortunate event.The men who had confronted us froze in shock, their expressions shifting from smug confidence to wide-eyed disbelief. They hadn't intende
Rose's POVMy sleep was fitful and restless, plagued by fragmented dreams and snippets of conversations. The voices grew louder, and closer until they finally pierced through the haze and roused me from my uneasy slumber. The sounds of urgent whispers and raised voices seeped into my room, stirring me to consciousness.I sat up, rubbing my eyes and blinking away the remnants of sleep. The hospital room was bathed in pale, sterile light, and the air hung heavy with anticipation. Linda, who had been standing vigil beside me, exchanged worried glances with me. "Rose, you're awake? How are you feeling?" She asked worriedly."Yeah, I'm fine. What's happening?" I asked, my voice laden with grogginess.Linda leaned in closer, her voice hushed but tinged with urgency. "There's a heated argument going on outside, Rose. They're saying that you're responsible for the man's gunshot condition."My heart jolted in my chest, the remnants of sleep instantly vanishing as a surge of adrenaline course
Rose's POVI could hear my heartbeat in my ears and even the child in my womb was anxious to hear the outcome of the surgery.The doctor's voice trailed off, his tone grave and heavy with the weight of the words he was about to utter. The hallway seemed to grow colder, and the anticipation in the air thickened. Linda and Finn stood beside me, their eyes filled with concern and worry, mirroring the emotions swirling within me."Talk to us, Doctor. How's my husband now? Is he stable? Is his condition improving?" the woman asked."I am sorry, but he didn't make it," the doctor finally revealed, his voice laced with sorrow. "We did everything we could, but the injury was too severe coupled with his health condition. I'm truly sorry for your loss."A gasp escaped my lips, and I instinctively reached out to grasp onto Linda's arm for support, feeling as if the ground had been pulled from beneath me. The news hit me like a physical blow, the weight of it settling heavily on my chest. Tears w
Royal's POV"What is going on?" Linda and Finn asked the people. "Rose must leave! Rose must leave!! Rose must leave!!!" They all chanted in unison."What do you mean she must leave?" Linda asked."It's what we want. We don't want her arrest any longer. We want her out of here. Her presence has done more than enough."I stood there, frozen, unable to say or do anything. Linda, her voice trembling, tried to reason with the angry crowd. "Please, everyone, let us explain. Rose is innocent. She had nothing to do with that man's death. It was an accident!"But her words fell on deaf ears, drowned out by the collective anger that fueled the mob. They had already made up their minds, blinded by their desire for vengeance. Their accusatory gazes bore into me, and I felt a surge of desperation rise within me.I finally found my voice and said, "Please, listen to us!" I pleaded, my voice barely audible over the rising clamor. "I never meant for any harm to come to him. It was an accident. I'm
Rose's POVI felt sprinkles of water on my face and I opened my eyes to see Finn and Linda standing over me, concern etched on their faces. They had found me just in time."Finn! Linda!" I exclaimed, my voice trembling with relief. "You saved me!"Finn helped me sit up, his strong arms supporting me. "We heard the commotion and rushed over as fast as we could," he said, his voice laced with worry. "Are you okay, Rose? Who are these men? Hope they didn't do anything to you.I nodded, still reeling from the shock of the encounter. "I…I am fine. They were the same people who threatened me before. They were out for revenge, trying to silence me. Thanks for saving me. I think I fainted."Linda's eyes widened, her protective instincts kicking in. "If you fainted, who beat them up into a pulp?”"You're not the one who attacked them?" I asked confused."No, we didn't. we just got here now." Finn explained."If you didn't do it, then who did?" I asked again."I don't know but I am happy they d
Rose's POVThe silver-haired elder, her expression grave and solemn, approached the cubicle where I stayed her gaze piercing through my shattered spirit. "Rose," she said, her voice tinged with regret, "I understand this is a difficult time for you, but the decision has been made. You must leave Nedan."Tears streamed down my face uncontrollably as I struggled to comprehend the magnitude of her words. "But... but this is my home," I managed to choke out, my voice quivering with anguish. "I've lived here and I don't know anywhere else. How can you just cast me aside? What about my baby?"The elder's face softened for a fleeting moment, a glimmer of sympathy shining in her eyes. "Rose, I implore you to understand that the community has spoken. They fear the accusations against you, and it has shaken their trust and their belief in safety here. This decision is not taken lightly, but it is believed to be the best course of action for the sake of harmony and peace within Nedan."Her words
Rose's POVFear and adrenaline coursed through my veins as I watched the man closing in on my scattered belongings. The men wasted no time, quickly grabbing what they could before disappearing into the many alleys of the market. I was left stunned and vulnerable, my bag was torn and almost empty. "What just happened?” I asked myself as it all happened too fast, my brain could not register it all.The fruit vendor, witnessing the scene, rushed to my side, concern etched on his face. "Are you alright, miss? Did they take anything important?"I took a deep breath, trying to steady myself. "No.""Are you sure, Miss? You seem shaken." "I'm fine, thank you. I'm just shocked. The things they took are just some personal belongings. They were of sentimental value, but I can replace them. Thank you for your concern."The kind vendor helped me gather what little remained of my scattered belongings, and as I collected them, I couldn't help but feel a sense of desolation. The world seemed to con