The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella) novel Chapter 1739

On the other side, Bard was the pinnacle of suave charm.

Upon seeing them, Louisa couldn't help but wave energetically. "Bro, sis-in-law, you finally made it!"

She instantly became the joyful little sister in their midst, her joy bubbling over.

"Louisa's been here early, waiting for you guys," Kenneth said with a warm smile as he approached and hugged Bard, then gave a nod towards Eunice with an expression of relief and happiness. "Seeing you standing here, safe and sound, it hits me right in the feels. Mom would be so pleased."

Previously, after Eunice's fall from the cliff, everyone had thought she was gone for good.

Even Bard had been despondent for some time.

Now, with the couple before there, healthy and together, Louisa hugged Eunice tightly. "The important thing is you're back, you're back."

Eunice responded with a beaming smile that only enhanced her elegance.

"How have you been lately?" Eunice asked, her eyes tender as she looked at Louisa.

"Everything's been pretty good, but let's not freeze out there. Let's go inside and talk." Louisa linked arms with Eunice and they headed towards the main house, shivering slightly as the cold wind nipped at her neck. "It's really chilly today. Oh, by the way, where are mom and dad?"

Mentioning Darren and Belinda, Eunice's smile paused for a split second before brightening again. "They were a bit shaken up before leaving the house. Bard and I came ahead; we have something to announce in a little while."

At the mention of an announcement, Louisa's curiosity was piqued. "Is it about Bella?"

"Yes," Eunice nodded, her smile charming.

Louisa thought it was about revealing Arabella's identity and said, "I've already called and invited friends and family. They'll all be here for the New Year, but they don't know about Bella yet. I was thinking of making the announcement then. Do you think we should invite the press?"

She wanted the world to know Arabella was her biological daughter but was concerned that too much spotlight could disturb her normal life.

"Why didn't mom and dad come?" Kenneth noticed their absence too and echoed the question.

Weren't they all supposed to celebrate this New Year together?

"They'll catch a flight later; should be here by tomorrow," Bard said with a smile, then turned to his brother-in-law with concern. "How have you been?"

"Can't be better." The two men exchanged a casual conversation.

Walking hand-in-hand into the living room with Eunice, Louisa was greeted by Edith and the servants, who welcomed them warmly.

As the servants served up dishes of pastries, fruit, and hot tea, Eunice couldn't help but say, "Please, everyone, don't be so busy treating us."

"Having you is such a rare treat, that Louisa wishes she could roll out the red carpet with all the best the house has to offer," Kenneth chuckled, then offered Eunice and Bard their cups of coffee.