The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella and Romeo) novel Chapter 1241

"Such a coincidence, the same last name as Mr. Collins?"

Naturally, there were many people in the world with the surname Collins. It was nothing unusual. But the way Mr. Collins emphasizes "the first time" seemed to suggest a long-standing dissatisfaction with Arabella.

"Looks like everyone didn't have enough for lunch."

Upon hearing Hans' remark, the room burst into applause. Yet nobody seemed to realize the underlying meaning, thinking that Mr. Collins was about to give Arabella a piece of his mind, a stern warning.

"Arabella's absence from the meeting is with my approval."

Hans' next statement left everyone dumbfounded, staring at him in disbelief.

"She didn't clock in at the office. That was my decision."

This statement sent shockwaves through the crowd again. They couldn't believe what they were hearing.

"Delegating minor tasks to an assistant was my suggestion to her."

Once again, people in the room were stunned. All faces turned to stone.

So, Mr. Collins knew all along.

"Let me introduce you to my sister, Arabella. She'll be taking over more than half of the company's operations in the future. Please, be gentle with her. After all, she's still in school and can't spare much time."

Upon hearing this, everyone was speechless.

This seemingly arrogant young lady was Mr. Collins' sister.

Nobody had ever heard about another girl in the Collins family.

When did she come into the picture?

Was she kept hidden by the Collins family, being secretly groomed as a successor?