The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella and Romeo) novel Chapter 1384

Martin pondered with a hint of mischief in his eyes, "How about I surprise you with something like this next time?"

Serena remained silent, feeling an undeniable chasm between him and the charm she found in Romeo. There was just no comparison!

She was settling, and she knew it.

Martin suggested a stroll through the sunflower fields, but her gaze kept drifting towards the hot air balloon tethered nearby. It wasn't flying far, and she could clearly see a couple locked in an embrace, sharing a kiss that was all too glaring for her.

It was such an eyesore!

Noticing her discontent, Martin tried to cheer her up with a soft proposal, "Hey Serena, want me to snap a pic of you with my phone? You could post it on Facebook."

"Forget it," Serena replied, uninterested. "Taking pictures on someone else's turf feels like mooching off their moment. Don't worry about me. I just want some time to myself."

Martin felt a pang of guilt, realizing he should have planned ahead to avoid disappointing her.

Up in the hot air balloon.

Romeo's lips lingered on the girl's, his hand gently caressing her slender waist.

Arabella responded to his fervent affection, and after a while, she felt his passionate kisses begin to wander downward.

"Romeo."

Her soft call made him pause, his eyes still filled with lingering adoration, "Hmm?"

"There are people watching below."

Arabella looked down at the stunning vista—the sprawling lavender fields were a breathtaking masterpiece.

"I never realized how beautiful lavender could look from this angle."