True Heiress Returns to Her Unemployed Rich Family (Arabella) novel Chapter 487

Chapter 487 Aftermath

Following Arabella’s him.

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gaze, Zack spotted Matthew as well, and his knees nearly buckled beneath

They hadn’t even sorted things out with Ethan yet–if Matthew got pulled into this mess, surviving the day might start to feel like an impossible ask.

“No, no–please,” Zack stammered. “The police already closed the case from before. There’s really no need to reopen it.” If they did, and something else turned up, it would be the end of him.

“So what’s your take on what happened today?” Arabella’s lips curved into a cold, knowing smile.

These two were always looking out for their own. Now let’s see what choice they would make when pressed.

Gritting his teeth, Zack forced out the words. “My son was in the wrong. Whatever the police decide… we’ll accept it.”

Sarah’s eyes were red and swollen, her mouth opening and closing like a fish out of water, but in the end, no sound came out.

“No way! I’m not accepting this!” Dylan shouted, thrashing against the officers holding him. “Arabella, I was blind before–Harper seduced me! I love you, I swear. Just let me go and I’ll spend the rest of my life making it up to you, only you.”

“Honey?!” Harper’s eyes widened in shock, as if she couldn’t believe what she was hearing.

“Shut your mouth! If you hadn’t come onto me, none of this would’ve happened!” Dylan’s voice cracked with what sounded like agony.

Harper sank to the floor, shaking her head helplessly. “But… you told me you only loved me. You said Arabella was cold and acted all innocent. You said she was-”

“Smack.” He slapped Harper hard across the face. “What the hell are you even saying, you lying witch?”

The blow left Harper dazed. She cupped her stinging cheek, too stunned even to cry.

“That’s right–it’s all her fault!” Sarah jumped in, seizing the opportunity. “Take her away! My son had nothing to do with this!”

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Following Arabella’s gaze, Zack spotted Matthew as well, and his knees nearly buckled beneath him.

They hadn’t even sorted things out with Ethan yet–if Matthew got pulled into this mess, surviving the day might start to feel like an impossible ask.

“No, no–please,” Zack stammered. “The police already closed the case from before. There’s really no need to reopen it.” If they did, and something else turned up, it would be the end of him.

“So what’s your take on what happened today?” Arabella’s lips curved into a cold, knowing smile.

These two were always looking out for their own. Now let’s see what choice they would make when pressed.

Gritting his teeth, Zack forced out the words. “My son was in the wrong. Whatever the police decide… we’ll accept it.”

Sarah’s eyes were red and swollen, her mouth opening and closing like a fish out of water, but in the end, no sound came out.

“No way! I’m not accepting this!” Dylan shouted, thrashing against the officers holding him. “Arabella, I was blind before–Harper seduced me! I love you, I swear. Just let me go and I’ll spend the rest of my life making it up to you, only you.”

“Honey?!” Harper’s eyes widened in shock, as if she couldn’t believe what she was hearing.

“Shut your mouth! If you hadn’t come onto me, none of this would’ve happened!” Dylan’s voice cracked with what sounded like agony.

Harper sank to the floor, shaking her head helplessly. “But… you told me you only loved me. You said Arabella was cold and acted all innocent. You said she was-”

“Smack.” He slapped Harper hard across the face. “What the hell are you even saying, you lying witch?”

The blow left Harper dazed. She cupped her stinging cheek, too stunned even to cry.

“That’s right–it’s all her fault!” Sarah jumped in, seizing the opportunity. “Take her away! My son had nothing to do with this!”

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Harper didn’t seem to hear a word. Numbness had already set in–her face throbbed, but the pain in her heart was far worse.

“The police will sort out who’s responsible,” Arabella said coolly, before turning her eyes toward Ethan.

She’d had enough of this spectacle. All she wanted now was a little quiet.

Ethan understood immediately and glanced at the event coordinator. “What’s the hold–up?”

“Right–yes, of course,” the coordinator responded, flustered. He nodded toward the lead officer. “We’ll head to the station now. I’ll come along and cooperate fully with the investigation.”

“Take them away,” the officer ordered, and his team began moving out.

Harper went along like a lifeless doll, showing no reaction at all.

“Dad! Mom! Help me! I didn’t do anything everything! She’s the reason I’m-”

Tong–it was all Harper! She’s the one who ruined

No matter how desperately Dylan screamed, he was still hauled firmly away.

“Dylan!” Sarah rushed after him, unable to just let go.

Zack threw one last uneasy look toward Arabella, then turned and trudged weakly out of the hall.

A brief, heavy silence settled over the room. The atmosphere felt tense, almost awkward.

“Well… that was certainly an unpleasant interruption, but it’s behind us now,” one of the senior guests stepped in to take charge. “Let’s all try to enjoy the rest of the evening.”

“Mr. Ethan, everything happened so quickly earlier–we truly didn’t react in time. Your sister went through quite an ordeal.”

“Honestly, who would’ve thought that guy even got in.”

“At least they’re dealing with it now. That’s what matters.”

A small crowd had gathered around Ethan, offering careful, sympathetic smiles.

“Yes, it’s over,” Ethan replied flatly.

He wasn’t interested in dragging anyone else into it. The whole situation had caught him off

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guard.

He turned to check on Arabella. She seemed perfectly composed, which allowed him to relax slightly.

In a few long strides, he was by her side. “You alright?”

Arabella offered a faint smile. “Why wouldn’t I be?”

“Good.” Ethan nodded, reassured.

“Arabella, I’m so sorry–I feel completely useless,” Edward said, his voice thick with regret.

Arabella patted his arm lightly. “Don’t talk like that. I’m glad you stood up

for me.”

“Edward, you did great today,” Brielle chimed in warmly.

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