The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella) novel Chapter 1970

"Sweetheart!" KiKi wrapped her in a bear hug, "You finally came around. I'm over the moon seeing you here. Let's toast to this moment. You stick with water instead of booze, you haven't had a proper meal, and don't drown yourself in that lemonade."

Arabella's smile beamed. She knew Ms. Kiki truly cared for her, so she clinked glasses filled with water in place of wine.

"Bella, when are you going to have a drink with me?" Erlinda called out from another table, her laughter rich with the allure of a woman who had made it big.

After excusing herself from Ms. Kiki, Arabella made her way over to Erlinda.

Once Arabella left, the journalists swarmed Ms. Kiki.

"Ms. Kiki, can we ask you a few questions? You seem very close to Arabella, are you two friends outside of work?"

"Arabella's stunning. Do you think you can make her a superstar?"

"Is Summer planning to release any new music after the holidays?"

"Are Summer and David dating?"

"Are you here for Arabella, or is it because of the McMillian family or the Collins family elders?"

Ms. Kiki offered a smile, "I'm here today on account of Summer."

"So, Summer asked you to come?"

"Why did Summer want you to be here?"

"Is it because she knows Arabella but couldn't show up herself, worried it might cause a sensation?"

After letting them finish, Ms. Kiki revealed with a soft smile, "Today is Summer's comeback party. How could I not come?"

Her words sent shockwaves through the crowd.