Caroline walked straight out. "So it was you."

Rose dropped her phone in shock, looking up nervously at Caroline standing on the stairs. "Ms. Lorenz..."

"I was wondering who would spread such pointless gossip. Turns out it was you." Caroline stood with her arms crossed, looking down at Rose with a hint of mockery.

Rose bit her lip, her guilt turning into defiance. "What are you so smug about? Even if that sick kid isn't your love child, there's definitely something fishy ...