The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella)

Chapter 1626

[You've got a few more days to make things right, Ms. Serena. After that, it's out of your hands.] Erik advised heartfeltly, [Right

now, you're like a pawn in their game, and they'll remove you from the board whenever they see fit.]

[What do you think | should do?] Serena asked, desperation creeping into her voice.

[I've done all | can, but it seems like nothing works.] Serena sent him a voice message.

She recounted her recent efforts to Erik, [What else do you think should | do?]

No matter what she did, her parents were unresponsive. She was truly out of options.

[Mrs. Serena Collins, have you noticed that everything you've tried has been through a screen or from a distance? You've been

their daughter for eighteen years, not just eighteen days. Maybe if they saw you in person, vulnerable, they might have a change

of heart.]

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[So you're saying | should show up in front of them?] Serena had considered this approach, [But they wantto stay here and

reflect on my mistakes. I'm afraid of upsetting them even more.]

[Mr. and Mrs. Collins said you should reflect until you realize what you've done wrong.] Erik reminded her, [You understand now,

don't you?]

A lightbulb went off in Serena's head.

Yes, if she could muster the courage to face her parents and tearfully apologize, they might just forgive her. After all, they used to

spoil her rotten.

[Ms. Arabella just left with her backpack,] Erik hinted further.

Serena's heart raced with excitement. Whenever Arabella went abroad or left the house for a few days, she would take that

backpack. Where was she headed this time?

As long as Arabella was out of the house, Serena had a chance.

[I heard she's off to Belloria. With her gone, Ms. Serena, you're free to take the stage,] Erik hinted, unable to be more direct.

[Thanks, Erik. I've got an idea now!!] Serena was elated.

Meanwhile, the city was ablaze with gossip about David and Summer's supposed romance. The speculation had reached fever

pitch.

David even forwarded a post titled "Top 10 Proofs of David and Summer Dating" with the comment, "Tto join the popcorn-

munching crowd."

Everyone was baffled. Weren't they a couple? Their actions screamed romance!

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[Is David worried about his career, so he won't admit it?]

[If they are together and David denies it, isn't that irresponsible?]

[Poor Summer, if she's with him and suffering.]

[I was worried Summer's real face behind the mask wasn't good enough for David.]

[What are you saying? With Summer's talent and voice, she outshines David any day. | think he's the one not good enough for her.]

The inteusers were divided into three groups: Team David, Team Summer, and the rest enjoying the .

At the stime, David's phone buzzed with messages from his brothers.

Hans. [How'd you get Bella to wear matching kicks with you? Did you force her?]

Chasel. [Why are you and Bella wearing the sbrand? Did you have to sweet-talk her into it?]

Clark. [Can't you afford a new pair of earbuds for your sis? Making her use your old ones? That's just cheap.]