Unmasking the Heiress

Roslyn was steaming when she mentioned the situation, but her anger melted away when she reached Evangeline and saw her pale, tear-streaked face.

"Evie, how could you keep such big news from me?" The fiery Roslyn suddenly seemed like a hurt puppy, her eyes filled with sadness as she looked at Evangeline.

"I figured you'd be very busy, so I didn't want to bother you..." said Evangeline.

Roslyn glanced at Evangeline's baby bump, let out a resigned sigh, and gently took her hand, cradling it on her own. "Mr. Foster has been like family since I was a kid. I couldn't miss his funeral."

Funerals were a big deal, the last chance to say goodbye. They might have been simple, but they were a must for anyone who cared to show up.

Roslyn knew what was going on in her heart, but she understood where Evangeline was coming from.

She had been stuck on set for the latest movie, her agent keeping her in the dark about everything. It was not until she finally escaped the set that she caught up on all the drama her best friend had been through. "Evie, I've talked to my agent. As soon as we're done promoting this movie, I'm all yours for a proper break, okay?"NôvelDrama.Org exclusive content.

Roslyn was all too aware of the story between Evangeline and Cole. Evangeline needed her more than ever. She was all in, no questions asked.

"Sounds awesome. We haven't hung out in forever, and I still need to finish writing songs for your new album. Plus, I'll be chilling and taking care of the baby bump, so I'll have plenty of time."

With Cole gone, she was even more determined to bring his much-anticipated great-grandson into the world.

It felt like the little one growing inside her was Cole's way of sticking around.

While they chatted, Evangeline did not miss a beat taking care of Julieta and Celina. "Roslyn, meet Mrs. Lewis. She's here to help me out."

She gestured toward Celina. "And this is Celina, a new friend I've made."

Evangeline was about to do the intros, but Roslyn's easy-going vibe meant she did not need any help breaking the ice. "Hey there, I'm Evie's best friend, Roslyn."

She wrapped an arm around Evangeline in a tight hug and leaned in to share a secret whisper.

"I haven't made it over to Mr. Foster's yet. Why don't you take a break, and I'll swing by there before I come back to find you?"

Roslyn was there for the funeral, after all. Walking in without first paying her respects to the departed was a serious faux pas. "Look, my agent finally cut me some slack and gave me the day off, so it's no biggie if I catch up with you later."

What Roslyn did not realize was that her words were a lifeline for Evangeline.

She had been racking her brain for an excuse to send Celina and Julieta off to rest.

"No way, I'm coming with you."

Evangeline gave her a quick look, then turned to Celina and Julieta

"With Roslyn here, you guys

stop

worrying, right? Go on, takeak"

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Roslyn saw their hesitation and stepped up. "Evie is in good hands with me, you guys can chill."

The next moment, she slung an arm around Evangeline's neck, her hand brushing against the pronounced

curve of her belly. "Motherhood'et

right around the corner? You've changed, Evie. You're not the girl you used to be."