The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella and Romeo) novel Chapter 1379

"Something wrong? I'm just outside. I could take him to the hospital to get checked out," Romeo offered with concern.

"No need, I'll have Uncle Bard drive him later. Have you arrived?" Arabella whispered back, "Wait for me a moment."

"Alright."

Arabella hung up the phone and glanced at Serena, preparing to leave.

"Arabella!" Serena suddenly called out, unable to hold back her question, "If Romeo wasn't in the picture, would you be friends with me?"

Arabella stopped in her tracks and gave her a cold look, "You should ask yourself, from the first day I returned to this house, did you ever consider being friends with me?"

Initially, Serena was full of hostility towards her.

And as time went on, her animosity only intensified.

"How many times have you schemed behind my back? I can't be bothered with you. First, I think it's a waste of time and unnecessary. Second, I look down on your petty tactics. Third, my life is more than just these trivial matters. Why waste your years on me? Find something you're passionate about, love someone who truly loves you, and strive to better yourself. Isn't that much more worthwhile than sitting here, wracking your brain with jealousy and envy?"

Serena stood rooted to the spot, watching Arabella's retreating figure, perhaps understanding why everyone liked her.

It was like a moment ago, she despised Arabella so fiercely, but now, the hatred seemed to have lessened.

After Arabella left the parlor, Eunice stepped out from the corner where she had overheard the entire conversation crystal clear. She hadn't expected Serena, who always appeared so sunny and upbeat, to have so many cunning thoughts behind her back.

It seemed she was just afraid of not being able to stay in this family, causing her to make mistakes.

As for Arabella's magnanimity and vision, it made Eunice see her in a new light, improving her impression significantly.