The Secret Heir's Return to Wealth and Love novel Chapter 2228

Rose didn't take the elevator, opting instead for the main staircase leading up to the family mansion.

Upon entering the grand foyer, she found the house eerily quiet, not bustling with activity as she had expected. In fact, she didn't see a single soul.

Puzzled, she made her way toward the dining room.

It was dinnertime at the Rosalynn household, and normally everyone would be gathered in the dining hall.

"Back so soon?" Just as Rose was about to call out for Laura, a voice came from behind her.

Startled, she quickly turned to find Rosalynn ascending from the wine cellar.d2

"What's the matter? You look like you've seen a ghost," Rosalynn said with a chuckle.

Rose shook her head and forced a smile, "Isn't today the day Mr. Silverman gets back? Why is the house empty?"

Rosalynn, holding a bottle of red wine, didn't rush to answer, instead she walked leisurely over to the bar.

A sudden sense of panic filled Rose.

"When my grandmother was mourning my mother's death, she told me, through tears, how unfair this world can be to women," Saying so, Rosalynn got herself a glass of wine. "I've never forgotten her words, and as I rose to power, I admit I've favored my female employees. Fortunately, over the years, not one of the women I've supported has let me down. They've been instrumental in realizing my business vision."

"I want to be one of those women," Rose said earnestly.

Rosalynn looked at her, noting the genuine spark in her eyes as she sought to affirm her commitment. Rosalynn shook her head, replying icily, "But you won't be."

Rose was taken aback, then her gaze fell, "Do you think I'm not capable? That's okay, if not in one year then two, or even ten. Even if I can't be someone to support your business vision..."

"I gave you a chance. You could have been that person," Rosalynn interrupted Rose's pep talk.