The Princess and the Pauper (Arabella and Romeo) novel Chapter 1123

Serena's eyes widened in surprise. She also had fireworks to watch? Fireworks that belonged only to her?

Suddenly, her feelings were all over the place, not knowing whether to feel happy or guilty.

May gave the French window a slight knock, flashing a mischievous smile, "Sir, Ms. Collins is..."

Her words trailed off as she noticed Serena seated across from Sampson. She was taken aback. When did Serena arrive? Why was she here? Was she here to stir trouble??

"What about Bella?" Sampson lifted his gaze in Bella's direction, his tone as casual as ever.

The man was truly remarkable, maintaining his calm in such a situation.

"Ms. Collins is distributing presents in the living room." May said, worry for Bella subtly reflected in her voice. She feared Serena might give Bella a hard time.

"Let's go." Sampson stood up, his hand resting on the back of Serena's chair. He spoke in a gentle tone, "I’ve arranged some shows. It would be a shame to miss them."

Serena nodded, rising to match his pace.

"Don't mind if Bella hasn't prepared a gift for you. Considering your tone towards her earlier wasn't exactly friendly." Sampson reminded as he led the way.

Serena felt a bit embarrassed and nodded again, "Uncle Sampson, I won't be as childish as just now."

Although she had previously picked out a Christmas gift for Arabella in a pretentious manner and had it sent to Arabella's room.

But it was just a cheap bracelet.

Under normal circumstances, she wouldn't even wear it.

Even if Arabella didn't present in return, she wouldn’t feel anything.

"Dad, mom, this is for you." Arabella, as the artist Mirabelle, had drawn two paintings in a row and, under the guise of calligraphy master Labella, penned a calligraphy piece for Hans to hang in his office or study room.