Gabrielle was as pale as a sheet of paper after hearing what Rose told her. Could Bain really be suspecting her? If he were, then it was disgruntling that Rose shared the secret with her.
Rose was watching her like a hawk and there were other people nearby. One wrong move and they could send Gabrielle into the afterlife.
Until now, Bain hadn't confronted her because he didn't have any evidence of Gabrielle's relationship with the Campbell Family. He might have hated them to the core, but he would never drag an innocent woman into his revenge plot. He wouldn't be foolish enough to destroy the peace around the village he made. And besides, she was Lance's cousin.
But once he found a link between his pursuers and Gabrielle, he wouldn't hesitate to kill her, no matter how much he respected Lance.
Gabrielle scanned her surroundings. Seeing some figures moving under the tree made her spine shiver.
Rose was right. Bain had set his sights on her. But what could she do? She could only hope that the Campbell Family would reconsider before making any rash decision.
Otherwise, the consequences would be serious.
They had Gabrielle by the throat. For her own sake, she knew she had to be very cautious.
"The coffee was delicious, but it's about time we go to bed. The moon isn't going anywhere. As long as there's good weather, it'll shine brightly every night." Rose chugged down her cup and gave it to her.
Gabrielle understood. Rose was nonchalantly brushing off the danger.
Was Rose really protecting her? Gabrielle was confused. Rose was sent to spy on her, and yet here she was helping the little girl.
"Rose, why?" Gabrielle worriedly asked.
Rose blinked in surprise, then her eyes turned gentler.
"If I said you look like my sister, would you believe me?" Rose smiled and looked up at the moon in the sky.
Rose's sister?
Gabrielle didn't expect this, but even if it was a lie, she somehow felt moved.
The moonlight kissed Rose's face, marking her sincerity. Gabrielle felt like she could trust her words.
"I believe you," Gabrielle said calmly.
"Then, get some rest. I think the moon will look just as pretty tomorrow." Rose patted her head.
"Alright, Rose. Don't stay up too late either. Good night." Gabrielle lifted the two cups in hand.
"Gabrielle, are you really from the Campbell Family?" Rose suddenly asked.
Gabrielle's body stiffened for a moment before she opened her mouth. "My surname is Jones. Good night, Rose."
Gabrielle immediately went back to the kitchen and closed the door. She leaned on it for a while, her heart pounding. 'Was Rose trying to test me? Can I really trust her?'
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