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.

I treat Carrie like my own sister, so you went all out, hoping to win my favor.

she stammered, "You... You figured it out... Does this make me a schemer?

soften. She gently stroked

that. Besides, using a bit of strategy to get close to someone you like is fine. What's wrong with that? As long as you're not hurting anyone or doing something

reddened. Then, she spoke in a small, wounded voice. "I like Declan... I like him so much that I'd give up being a princess just to be

fell silent for a

Thompson family's wealth might not be far behind that of Sentania's royal

listening might think she was

"Bella, please help me."

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...

she spoke, she began to cry. Tears streamed down her face

her, feeling

hurtful that it brought this once- proud princess to her knees and reduced her

really that awful, Bella?" Annabeth's sobs grew louder, her voice

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