Chapter 12

"Thank God the Manning family's baby is safe," Celia said with relief. "Yes, we must have a guardian angel watching over us." Rose smiled, showing just the right amount of vulnerability. She was nearly ten months along now, and she could give birth at any moment. Amara's accident happening at the exact time was incredibly fortunate. Without Amara in the picture, she could naturally become the Manning family's new daughter-in-law. After all, she was carrying Gus' child now. Even if Gus didn't love her, he would keep her around for the baby's sake. Rose rubbed her belly and smiled to herself. She was about to continue chatting with Celia when the Manning estate's front door suddenly burst open. Gus had returned. Rose's eyes lit up with delight, and she carefully supported her belly as she hurried toward him. "Gus, you're back! I was so frightened yesterday when you weren't here. "Thank goodness the baby is fine. The doctor said I should be giving birth any day now." She reached fo