The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella and Romeo) novel Chapter 1257

Because Overwatch only captured Martha undoing the cap and pretending to spill oil on the ground.

So, Martha took all the blame upon herself, leaving Serena completely in the clear.

Edith pondered, if she stepped forward now and claimed that Serena was also involved, but could not provide the evidence. Would she be accused of stirring up trouble?

Moreover, after the incident, Serena would definitely find ways to give her hard time.

Only now did Edith understand, Bella's far-sightedness was right. It wasn't about letting Martha off the hook out of pretentious nobility; it was because picking on Martha's mistakes was pointless, the real target should be Serena's.

Seeing Serena still sobbing, Louisa rose and went upstairs, somewhat distraught.

Kenneth quickly followed her, "Honey, calm down."

Betty, standing nearby, reached out to help Serena up.

"Serena, don't cry. Even though Martha can't stay, you can still stay in touch."

Serena looked up with teary eyes at the maid in front of her, suddenly realizing that this was the woman who had stood up for her last time - Betty.

"Betty." Serena just hugged her and started crying loudly.

In this house, she was already isolated and helpless. Having a maid by her side wasn't too bad.

Betty didn't know how to console her, so she just patted her back, "Serena, I'm here. I will take good care of you from now on."

On the other side.