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.

out, hoping to win my favor. You thought if you

red as she stammered, "You... You figured it out... Does this make

heart soften.

bit of strategy to get close to someone you like is fine. What's wrong with that? As long as

much that I'd give up being a princess just to be with him. My aunt married a commoner, and he wasn't even as well-off

Bella fell silent for a

wealth might not be far behind that of

straightforwardness was almost too much. Anyone listening might think she

"Bella, please help me."

her soft, delicate face nestled against her chest, filled with pleading and dependence. "After all... We did share a bed once, and you're Declan's favorite sister. If you speak for me... Declan will surely be as kind to me as he used to be. He's so distant now... I can't

spoke, she began to cry. Tears streamed down

comforted her, feeling

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

sobs grew

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