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.

my favor. You thought if you impressed me, I might help you get closer to

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

but feel her heart soften. She gently stroked the girl's back,

I never said 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 unethical, it's

sniffled. Her nose 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 with him. My aunt married a commoner, and he wasn't even as well-off as Declan. Declan is wealthy. He can

hearing that, Bella fell silent for

might not be far behind that of Sentania's royal

Annabeth's straightforwardness was almost too much. Anyone listening might think she was just

"Bella, please help me."

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 stand it... I

Tears streamed down her

Don't cry..." Bella comforted her, feeling a deep ache in her

night to be so cruel and hurtful that it brought this once- proud princess to her knees and reduced her

sobs grew louder, her voice trembling

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255