Chapter 2089

Chapter 2089

Chapter 2089

"Why?" Annabeth asked, clearly unwilling to do so.

"Why do you think?" Bella's eyes glimmered with a hint of reproach. "I'm worried that if your parents find out you gave away a family heirloom as a wedding gift, it could strain relations between the two countries. You're a pampered princess. You're free to do as you please without worrying about the consequences. But you can't ignore how your actions affect others. If you cause trouble, someone else might have to pay the price. Do you think that's fair for them?"

Annabeth's expression turned glum as guilt crept in. She lowered her head, her delicate fingers fiddling with the hem of her dress.

"Actually... I had my own reasons."

Bella tilted her head, seeking out Annabeth's tear-filled eyes. Her gaze was soft as she gently exposed the young princess's intentions.

hoping to win my favor. You thought if you impressed me, I

she stammered, "You... You figured it out... Does this make me a schemer? Am I an awful person?

not help but feel her heart soften. She gently stroked

a bit of strategy to get close to someone you like is fine. What's wrong with

up being a princess just to be with him. My aunt married a commoner, and he wasn't

hearing that, Bella fell silent

The Thompson family's wealth might not

too much. Anyone listening might think

"Bella, please help me."

with pleading and dependence. "After all... We did share a bed once, and you're Declan's favorite sister. If you speak

began to cry. Tears streamed

cry..." Bella comforted her, feeling a deep ache in her

her third brother say that night to be so cruel and hurtful that

sobs grew

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