The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella and Romeo) novel Chapter 1387

"Serena." Martin called after her as she stormed off, throwing him a warning glance before chasing after her.

"Forget it," Arabella said, taking Romeo's hand. "There's no need to be upset over such a trivial matter."

Romeo, who had been fuming just a moment ago, felt his anger subside significantly.

It was all because Arabella took his hand.

He glanced at the head of security who quickly bowed, saying, "Boss, it's my fault, I let someone in without proper clearance."

"Let's just go," Arabella said, pulling Romeo along, and he didn't bother to hold a grudge against the head of security.

"Serena!" Martin caught up and grabbed her hand.

Angrily, Serena shook him off. "Isn't it embarrassing enough for you? Or do you need me to be completely humiliated before you're satisfied?"

"I didn't mean to embarrass you!" Martin said anxiously, trying to explain. "I just can't stand to see him treat you like that, to ignore you."

"What's it to you how he treats or ignores me?"

"You're my girlfriend." Martin was at a loss for what he had done wrong, adding, "I just want to protect you."

"Sometimes, Martin, you're really annoying," Serena said, turning to walk away.

Martin stood there, struck by lightning, watching her walk away with a wounded look in his eyes. But soon, he followed her again.

"Serena! Listen to me, I was just trying to stand up for you."

"You? Stand up for me? Romeo could ruin you with just one word!" Serena retorted as she walked away, frustrated with his embarrassment.

"So, are you worried about me? You're afraid he'll retaliate against me, is that it?"

Serena was at a loss for words, too angry to respond, and just stormed off.