Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance Novel

Chapter 304 Rosie wasnt the type to crave excitement , but since everyone would be sharing the same courtyard and seeing each other often , she felt it was nice to have someone to chat with .

The convalescent home was just too quiet .

Rosie asked Amy , Whos moving in ! How old are they ? Is she an auntie , a sister , a little girl , or , someone around my age ? Amy couldnt help but chuckle .

She said , Ms.

Miller , did you ever consider it might be an uncle , a brother , or a little boy ? She wondered why Rosie assumed the new neighbor to be a female .

Rosie was taken aback ; she hadnt thought of that .

She asked , So , is it a gentleman ? people in uniforms moving stuff and staff from the convalescent home .

Maybe theyll Amy shook her head and said , I have no idea .

All I saw were p move in once everythings settled Rosie nodded in agreement .

She said .

Makes sense After a while , the courtyard returned to its peaceful state .

Rosie guessed that maybe the moving was done and everything was organized .

But there was still no sign of activity as if her new neighbor hadnt arrived yet .

As the sun began to set , Amy helped Rosie back inside , and Rosie forgot all about il The next day , it started raining .

Rosie stayed in her warm r usual , wanted to go outside to bask in the sun .

the new neighbor .

room and didnt go out for two days .

On the third day , when the sky cleared up .

Rosie , as Amy helped Rosic put on her coat and guided her to sit in the courtyard , even placing a blanket on the chair .

She said , Ms.

Miller , dont move .

Ill bring out some tea and snacks .

Rosie smiled and nodded .

She said , Okay Im not a child ; I wont move around Amy said , Tll be right back Then she turned and went inside .

Rosie sat alone , the sun warming her body so pleasantly that she squinted her eyes in contentment .

Ever since she lost her sight , her hearing had become incredibly sharp .

She could clearly hear the leaves rustling gently and the gentle flow of the nearby artificial lake .

Suddenly .

Rosies eyes widened , her ears perked up and she sat up straight .

She heard a baby crying .

She pursed her lips and unconsciously clenched her hands .

She stood up abruptly and started feeling her way towards the sound .

The crying grew clearer to her ears .

She murmured , Its right here .

When Amy came out with the tea and snacks , she noticed Rosie was gone .

Her face turned pale .

She shouted and ran out .

Where are you , Ms.

Miller ? Where did you go ? Ms.

Miller ! Ms.

Miller ! Amy didnt go far when she saw Rosie standing by the pond .

Amys heart leaped into her throat .

She screamed , Ms.

Miller ! Rosie was startled by Amys voice and suddenly came to her senses .

She was confused , thinking , Where am It Why am I here ? Suddenly , her foot slipped .

Jeiacrity had experienced two days of continuous rain , and the muddy ground by the lake was wet and slippery .

Rosie lost her bulance and fell into the pond Amy who had caught up was terrified .

She shouted , Ms.

Miller ! Help ! Somebody , please help ! Although it was an artificial lake , it was deep enough 10-17 feet to easily drown someone .

The icy cold water quickly enveloped Rosie , rushing into her nostrils .

Instinctively , Rosie opened her mouth to call for help , Save ..

but not a single syllable escaped before water filled her mouth .

Rosie shook her head in agony .

Her clothes , soaked d with water , became heavier , pulling her down towards the bottom of the lake .

Suddenly , there was a splash as someone jumped into the lake .

1/3 Extra c c Chapter 301 Just as Rosie was about to suffocate , she felt someone wrap their arms around her waist and slowly bring her to the surface .

Amy stared in shock at the water .

The security guard who had rushed over , ready to dive in and save Rosie , was also stunned .

They looked at each other , all speechless .

They couldnt believe Howard jumped in himself Howard , drenched from head to toe , carried Rosie to the shore .

The security guard quickly moved in to help pull them out .

Rosie coughed , turning her head to spit out the lake water she had swallowed .

Amy hurried over to support Rosie .

She said , Ms.

Miller , quickly , get up .

You need to take a hot bath right away .

Rosie nodded , but as soon as she tried to stand , she fell back down .

She was still shaken and her legs were weak .

Let me carry her , the security guard said as he stepped forward , extending his arm towards Rosie .

Howard frowned , blocking the security guards arm .

He said .

Hold on ! Ill do it ! The security guard paused , stepping back silently .

Amy also tactfully moved aside .

Howard stepped forward , bent down , extended his arm , and lifted Rosie horizontally into his arms .

Rosies eyes widened as she felt a strong unfamiliar presence envelop her .

Although she couldnt see , she knew it was Howard who had saved her .

Feeling awkward in his arms , not knowing where to place her hands , Rosie looked up earnestly and said .

Thank you for saving me ? Howard glanced down at Rosie in his arms and smiled slightly .

He replied , Youre welcome Rosie thought .

His voice is quite pleasant Worried that Rosic would catch a cold , Howard quickly made his way back to the townhouse .

Amy had already drawn a hot bath .

She pointed towards the bathroom and said , This way .

Howard nodded and carried Rosie into the bathroom , then came back out By t the time Rosie finished her hot bath and came out , Howard was gone .

The doctor had already been there to check her over .

At that moment , Amy brought Rosie some water .

Rosie thanked her and sipped it slowly .

Amy questioned .

Ms.

Miller , didnt I tell you not to wander off ? What were you doing just now ? Rosies brows furrowed slightly as she shook her head in confusion .

She replied , Im sorry for the trouble .

Im not quite sure myself, I heard a baby crying Amy was confused and pressed on , Why would you go towards the sound of a baby crying ? Rosie was even more puzzled .

She replied , I dont know .

She questioned herself , Why would I do that? Dont worry about it , Amy interrupted her , Finish your water .

Its so cold out , and that lake water was freezing Rosie nodded and then asked , By the way , do you know the gentleman who saved me ? * Not really .

Amy said , Hes the new neighbor next door Rosie was slightly surprised .

She asked , Has he already moved in ? Amy replied , Yes .

Its been two days now .

Rosie thought , This gentleman must be very quiet , seemingly not one for much fuss ! Next door , Howard took a bath to wash away the chill .

After he got dressed and came out , he saw Amy waiting for him Amy recounted her conversation with Rosie in detail .

Then she said , Thats everything .

Howard waved his hand and said , Understood .

You may go .

Take extra care of her .

If youre ever too tired , Ill arrange for someone to relieve you .

Hearing this .

Amy felt a jolt in her heart .

She replied .

Got it As she was leaving , she pointed to the table and said .

Mr.

Flynn , I left the water there .

Remember to drink it .

Howard nodded .

He walked over to the table and picked up the water .

He thought .

She heard a baby cry and ran towards it , yet not understanding why .

Her condition is more serious than I have imagined .

Howard frowned , rubbing his aching thigh .

He hadnt fully recovered yet , and he had been pushing himself too hard today …