The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella) novel Chapter 2081

"I've got to be the one to see the guests off. You can count on me, I won't overdo it. I'll be with you as soon as I can," Serena said, understanding his need for her presence. "I know you need me right now, and with me by your side, things will seem a little easier."

"Serena." Martin's eyes welled up with emotion, touched by her kindness.

"Just wait for me." Serena ended the call, instructed a team of stylists to help her into a more glamorous wedding gown and adorned herself with a fresh set of sparkling jewelry before taking the stage to deliver her speech.

The guests had finished their meals and on their way out, each received a parting gift that was quite the token of appreciation.

Propped up by a support chair hidden beneath her wedding dress, Serena bid farewell to each guest. Then, she had Dora help her into something more comfortable and set off for the hospital.

Meanwhile, Joyce was sharing her latest book obsession in a group chat with her besties.

"Ladies, I'm totally hooked on this novel 'Chasing Love with Regret'! It's a must-read. If you're not into following serials, maybe wait until February 29th – the author says it's wrapping up then."

"I'm all caught up with the latest chapter," Mya chimed in. "The mastermind still hasn't shown up. The author mentioned that nobody in the comments has guessed it right. The real boss is going to be a total shocker. Joyce, who do you think it could be?"

"I just hope it's not someone close to the heroine, or I'll cry my eyes out!" Joyce couldn't help but say. "I wish the author would drop the remaining chapters all at once. Two chapters a day is such a tease."

"They probably have a rule about only releasing two chapters daily. But imagine if Bella gave it a glance. With her smarts, she'd guess the mastermind in no time. But with over a thousand chapters, I doubt she has the time to catch up."

"Who says?" Kelly responded. "Bella can speed-read like nobody's business. What takes you ten days, she does in less than one. But yeah, she's been swamped lately, hardly has a moment to herself."

"That's a shame. Hey Kelly, why don't you give it a read and help me analyze who the mastermind could be?"

Arabella was just about to reply to the chat when her phone rang.

"Boss, we've located Stinger. He's at the airport with a fake identity, heading to Baradocia. His flight takes off in an hour."