The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella) novel Chapter 845

Chapter 845

The moment Clark heard that, he realized the implication was that she intended to stay in the States for an extended period.

"Clark, it's been a while since Crystal visited us. Why don't you show her around our garden? We've planted a variety of new flowers lately. Maybe Crystal will find a few varieties she likes and can take some back to cultivate."

Clark could only respond, "I promised my sister, Bella, that I would take a walk with her, right, Bella?"

Arabella was speechless.

Since when?

Clark's pleading gaze fell upon Arabella.

Louisa was half-skeptical, "Didn't you just finish walking with your sister?"

"No worries, I can accompany Bella for a walk too; Crystal chimed in, causing Clark to pause in surprise.

"Well, then you guys should get going. I'll have the staff turn on the garden lights,’ Louisa urged.

With a radiant smile, Crystal linked arms with Arabella, “Bella, I heard you just moved back. How are you adjusting?"

Arabella nodded, taken aback by Crystal's warm demeanor, "It's been fine."

"I heard you used to live in Summerfield, too. It's been ages since my last visit. Maybe we could go shopping together sometime?"

"Bella is quite busy." Clark came to her aid, "Between school, other commitments, and a fiancé who needs her attention."

"What about you then?" Crystal looked up at him, hopeful.

"I'm rather busy myself."

Clark didn't know what to say to her. As he was in deep thought, Crystal asked again, "Do you guys have any plans for tomorrow?"

"Not sure yet."

"What does Bella like?" Crystal continued to inquire, "Are there any places she's been wanting to visit? Or anything she's particularly interested in?"

Clark was stumped by the sudden barrage of questions.

"Don't tell me you don't even know what your sister likes?"

In Clark's memory, the only thing that genuinely piqued Bella's interest was Romeo. Only when Romeo's name was mentioned did her eyes light up. No one else or anything else could stir a ripple in her heart.

"It seems like you don't know much. I'll ask her myself later on."