True Heiress Returns to Her Unemployed Rich Family (Arabella) novel Chapter 493

Chapter 493 A Silent Presence

“Your overall strategy was sound,” Arabella remarked, “but the timeline feels rushed. That could compromise the outcome. How about this adjustment…” She then laid out her refined plan.

The room fell so quiet you could have heard a pin drop. Everyone was completely stunned.

“Reid?” Arabella frowned. “A little feedback would be nice.”

“Oh–right.” Reid snapped out of his daze, looking at her with a mix of awe and disbelief. “Absolutely. Your additions are… brilliant.”

“Do we have a deal, then?” Arabella asked.

Reid nodded, still a little lost for words. “Of course. If you don’t consider my project beneath your expertise.”

What incredible luck had brought her his way today? She was nothing short of a genius.

“If there are no objections, have your team stop by tomorrow,” Arabella said.

Reid ventured cautiously, “Would it be all right if I came along?”

He wanted any chance to observe her in action. Being around someone like her could only sharpen his own instincts going forward.

Arabella didn’t mind. “Sure.”

“Great. I’ll be there,” Reid said, unable to hide his enthusiasm.

“Dr. Hamilton, I’m impressed,” Caleb said admiringly. “Medicine is one thing, but you clearly have a sharp eye for business, too.”

“Arabella, you’re incredible!” Brielle gushed, full of admiration.

Arabella shrugged it off lightly. “I only picked up a bit here and there from Ethan.”

Ethan paused. When had she ever learned this from him?

“No wonder,” someone chimed in. “With Mr. Ethan as a mentor, of course she’s exceptional.”

“Looks like these two siblings are set to make waves in the financial world.”

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“Hey, Mr. Ethan–save a spot for the rest of us!”

The mood lifted as laughter and lighthearted compliments circulated. Ethan didn’t correct them. If Arabella had chosen to frame it that way, she had her reasons. He’d follow her lead.

“Dr. Hamilton, you’re young, yet you’ve mastered medicine, finance, and running your own company,” Caleb praised warmly. “A true prodigy. You put us veterans to shame.”

“You’re too kind, Mr. Miller. Brielle has plenty of strengths of her own,” Arabella replied.

“If she had even half your drive, I’d be content,” Caleb said, though his eyes were affectionate a he glanced at his daughter.

“Yeah, yeah…” Brielle stuck her tongue out playfully.

“All right, should we head out?” Caleb pretended to be stern, though he was clearly amused.

Brielle hesitated. “Do we have to leave now?”

“It’s getting late,” he said, putting on a more serious face.

Seeing she had no choice, Brielle pouted. “Arabella, I guess I’d better go.”

“Alright,” Arabella said with a soft smile.

“Don’t let anyone push you around, okay? If someone tries to bully you, push right back,” Brielle insisted.

Arabella chuckled. “Got it.”

“Good. Some people only respect strength anyway,” Brielle added, shooting a pointed look around.

“Go on now,” Arabella said, gently steering her toward the door.

Brielle kept glancing back as she followed her father out. “Arabella… can I still come see you sometime?”

“Of course.”

“Promise?”

“Promise.”

Satisfied, Brielle finally quickened her steps.

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Watching her leave, Arabella’s gaze softened almost imperceptibly. She’d always been the one protecting those she cared about. Only after returning to the Hamiltons had she begun to experience what it felt like to be looked out for–and now this spirited girl kept stepping up t defend her. It felt unfamiliar, but not unwelcome.

“Dr. Hamilton, my daughter can be impulsive,” Tyler said carefully. “Please accept my apologies for her earlier comments.”

He’d been around long enough to read the room–and Arabella’s capability had left him thoroughly impressed. Making an enemy of someone like her would be unwise; far better to stay on her good side.

“Dad,” Violet mumbled in protest.

Tyler gave her a firm look. “Enough. Apologize to Dr. Hamilton properly.”

Reluctantly, Violet met Arabella’s eyes. “Dr. Hamilton, I’m sorry for what I said earlier. I wasn’t thinking clearly.”

“It’s fine,” Arabella said, her tone neutral. She addressed Tyler directly, “No need to worry abou it.”

“We’ll take our leave now,” Tyler said respectfully.

“Take care.”

With a polite nod toward Ethan, Tyler guided Violet out.

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