Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 140

Macey looked worried and advised, "Licia, try to get along with your classmates... Avoid conflicts as much as you can. I'm just an old woman who can't help you. I'm afraid you'll get bullied and have no one to support you..." Felicia said seriously, "Nana, it's not because I did something wrong that they're targeting me. They're nitpicking because of their own biases and because they see me as a thorn in their side."

No matter what she did, those who disliked her would continue to target her because they found her to be a pain. It was not her fault; it was theirs for being prejudiced.

Felicia raised an eyebrow. "Nana, you taught me this."

Macey sighed, feeling a mix of pride and concern. Felicia was so well-taught, deserving of being pampered. Yet she...

"Alright, Nana, don't worry about it," Felicia said, blinking and smiling innocently. "Not everyone is like you, who can see how outstanding and adorable I am!"

Macey couldn't help but laugh.

Just then, a burnt smell wafted from the kitchen.

Felicia's expression changed. "Oh no, my fish filets!"

rushed to the

on the hearth while Macey hurried to salvage the fish filets Felicia had been craving. In the smoke-filled kitchen, neither of them noticed Arnold's

he had wanted to step in to help Felicia, but his feet felt rooted to the ground. He didn't want to see Felicia do well, yet his feelings turned complicated when she was truly in distress. Then, he caught Felicia's words, "They nitpick because

was his animosity toward Felicia also due to his own

No.

Arnold dismissed that thought.

Felicia, he could sense the contempt and hatred reflected in her eyes. She was

cleared, the fish filets were a complete failure. They were burned and stuck to

have Mr. Todd set more traps in the river. We'll catch a big batch, and I'll fry you a

heart's content!"

"Okay!" Felicia nodded obediently.

food, she suddenly remembered something and slapped

Arnold?

left

know the right