The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella) novel Chapter 2042

The television screen flashed with another live photo, capturing Louisa, arm in arm with her daughter, chatting with guests, her smile as radiant as the early spring sun. It appeared she was introducing her daughter to some influential figures.

Tears brimmed in Serena's eyes, her gaze flecked with a hint of resentment.

Her mother, who had once showered her with love and affection, showed no sign of sorrow over her loss. Instead, this once tender mother now beamed with warmth and cordiality, a stark contrast to the cold-hearted woman who had locked her in the basement not long ago.

Serena felt a mix of anger, frustration, and hurt as her tears fell like pearls slipping off a broken necklace.

The following morning.

When Arabella woke up, the house felt eerily quiet. Upon inquiring, she learned that her grandparents had gone to Hope Hospital for a check-up.

"Are they not feeling well?"

Arabella wondered if her grandparents were unwell and, not wanting to disturb her after the evening's gala, had quietly slipped away to the hospital for an examination.

"They didn't mention why, but your parents heard about it and have already rushed over. I'm not quite sure what's going on."

Arabella tried calling her mother, but there was no answer. She then called her father, but again, no one picked up.

Just as Arabella was about to drive over, a servant hurriedly brought her a sandwich, "Ms. Bella, you should eat something first. In case there's something there that needs your attention, you might go hungry for a while."