The Princess and the Paupers

Chapter 23

Arabella held her phone close to her ear, catching the deep, magnetic voice of the man on the other end.

“My grandpa’s run into a bit of trouble. I need your help.”

Arabella was puzzled. Phillip seemed to be doing fine the day before.

What could have gone wrong?

“Where are you right now?” Romeo’s voice was as low and captivating as a cello, “I’ll come to pick you up.”

“Could you head to the Holy Cross Church in the suburbs then?”

The Holy Cross Church was not far from the mansion, and Arabella could reach in a few minutes if she took the shortcuts.

Romeo was taken aback, “Are you in the suburbs?”

“Mmm.”

worshippers visiting the weed-infested place. What could a girl like her be doing

up, Arabella told Kelly, “I need to make a trip to the Holy Cross Church, got some business

knew Arabella had a lot on her plate and didn’t ask further, “I’ll send your stuff over later.”

after the shoot, and Arabella,

entrance of the Holy Cross Church.

She’s incredibly beautiful, and it would be a shame if she

on the distance, awaiting the appearance of a figure. Suddenly, Carl exclaimed, “It’s Miss Arabella! I knew it! She must be here

against the backdrop of the setting sun, turning the church into a picturesque scene. Her flowing dress and waving

beauty. After a moment, he stepped out of the car and courteously opened the door for her, saying, “Miss Arabella, please come

backseat before seating herself next to him without any pretense. “How

Arabella’s presence, replied, “He had some

from

“Yes.”

condition yesterday. Even if he drank

must be something wrong

don’t mind me asking, how old are you?” Carl glanced at the rearview mirror

a little

seemed casual, “I just

Eighteen?