The Arrabella Twice Lives
Chapter 12 Enjoying the View
The tea party was still going on, and the noble girls were still gossiping with vigor. Talking about politics, romance, jewelry, and others. However, Arabella seemed not interested in it. Because he will try to thwart her in the election of the crown princess candidate, and he does not want the crown prince to bother her anymore. Therefore he deliberately spread the news of himself liking someone, so that everyone would hear it and his rumors about him flirting with the crown prince would disappear by themselves.
Arabella went to the balcony of the Benedict family home, and she saw Ashton was alone there and looked grim.
" Sister Ashton? what are you doing here?" ask Arabella friendly
" You're here too apparently? I just went to see my uncle, and then came and saw the scene "Ashton replied lethargicly
" it's like it's not just the scenery you see "Arabella said as she looked at Ashton looking at Claire
" What do you mean? what are you looking at?" ask Ashton
" maybe a GIRL. Come on, brother Ashton, I can see it with my eyes closed" said Arabella teasingly
"Even you can see it? why can't he ?" ask Ashton sadly
" Why then is big brother not acting fast? wouldn't acting first be good for you?" ask Arabella for advice
" What do you mean?" ask Ashton
" I know my sister hasn't expressed love to her in person, has she? relationships will develop and change if you know each other's feelings "Arabella replied
" How could you think of something I didn't even think of? like you're older than me, I know you're still a kid ! a brave boy advised me about love ! huhh "cried Ashton while pouting
" Come on, this isn't the point of his conversation, brother. You understand what I mean ?" ask Arabella with a smile
" You mean, do I have to express my feelings to Miss Claire?" ask Ashton understood
" Yes that's what I mean "answer Arabella justifies
" He won't respond to my feelings, everyone knows he likes the crown prince" Ashton said uninspiredly
" I didn't know that you sucked, Ashton. A kstaria can be like this "said Arabella unhappy
" How dare you mock a White Knight like me !" shouts Ashton is upset
" How can I not mock you? a kstaria who doesn't even dare to express love to a girl. Isn't that called suck?" ask Arabella quipped
" i was teased by a little girl? me ? a kstaria?" inner Ashton was upset
" Brother Ashton, I'm really sorry from inside my heart. I knew you'd be rejected by him, so I urged you to tell him your love. That's because I just want you to know that she doesn't deserve you, "inner Arabella feels guilty.
" I will, I will not speak to the cowardly knight" Arabella said, turning her back
Ashton held Arabella's hand and stopped her. He does not know that Megan, Aida and Camille see them from a distance and become misunderstood.
" Miss Arabella said she liked someone, right?" ask Aida
" Could it be, Does he like Ashton's knights?( your cousin) "asked Camille in disbelief
" It's impossible, Ashton always said that Miss Arabella was like a sister to him" Megan said with a smile
" really? but they look friendly, until they hold hands. They also look harmonious " said Aida innocently
" Miss Aida, it's really not like that" Megan said
" I want to deny what Ms. Aida said, but Ms. Ashton does look like she fits Miss Arabella. Does Ashton's sister have more feelings for him?" megan asked in her heart
Camille looks upset to hear it.
" So the person my future sister-in-law would like to be with is Knight Ashton? he can't even be compared to my brother. I can't, I have to report this to brother. My sister is too slow in love, she always takes care of the affairs of the country" Camille's inner annoyed
" princess, are you okay?" asked Megan who was astonished to see Camille look annoyed
" I'm fine " replied Camille in an annoyed tone
" Obviously you look upset "Megan's mind feels bad
Arabella whispers something to Ashton, and Ashton smiles. Ashton walked towards Claire with 🌹 flowers in her hand, and at that time many people noticed her.
" Why is he standing in front of me? what's he gonna do?" ask Claire in her heart
" Miss Claire, I've been holding this feeling back for a long time. I couldn't hold it any longer, it felt like my heart would explode if it didn't say it now.. " Ashton put on a serious face with a slight smile on his face.
From a distance, Arabella sees it from afar and smiles happily cheering Ashton on. Ashton looked at her and continued his words.
" It's been a long time, I like you Miss Claire "Ashton spoke in a gentle tone and gave the 🌹 flowers to Claire. However, Claire had yet to receive the flower in her hands. He looked surprised, even more so seeing the gazes of the people at the party towards him, which made him even more awkward. Like Skak mat, Claire was confused to do and say what!
" What ? so Mr Ashton likes Miss Claire and not Miss Arabella?" aida asked in shock
" Why does Miss Aida think so? I told you " said Megan smiling in wonder
" I didn't actually know that she liked Miss Claire either, I just found out now that "megan's mind was shocked
" Thank God ! " Camille's the most happy looking
Ashton bowed his body and smiled happily. However, the look on her face changed when she saw Claire who looked tense. Ashton stood up again.
" I'm like he surprised you, I won't ask you for an answer right now. I just want you to know how I feel about you, take this flower as a sign that you already know how I feel" Ashton said gently
" If the crown prince were this gentle to me as well and not the Knight Ashton." Claire inner hope
" I didn't expect a humorous person like Ashton's sister to be romantic, either. Well, what are the people going to talk about at this party? Claire what are you gonna do? Masa, will you just shut up?" inner Arabella
All the noble girls present at the party started whispering about Claire and Ashton. And that makes Claire uncomfortable.
" Right, I can't just shut up. Uncle Oscar's been trying so hard to put my name in the crown princess candidate. If rumors about me and Ashton's knights spread, I'd be removed from that list of candidates. " Claire's inner panic
" I'm sorry knight Ashton, like his I have to answer your love statement right now. Me, I don't like you at all. And you already know who I like, I appreciate how you feel but I can't accept you" Claire said. Claire breaks the stem of the rose Ashton gave her and stomps on her.
" Please, don't make other people misunderstand what you're saying!" exclaims cynical claire
" Very bad, Miss Claire refused him outright "whispers of a noble girl
Ashton looked disappointed and stood there. It was clear by looking at his expression that people already knew that Ashton was heartbroken.
Claire said she came home from the party, she left quickly and in a hurry. Arabella looks sad and feels guilty to see Ashton heartbroken.
***
After the party, Megan and Arabella try to cheer Ashton up by talking.
" It's brave of him who is only the son of a Count, to reject this great you !" megan tried to entertain
" I know Megan was trying to cheer her up, but this is not a good way "inner Arabella
" Megan, you're noisy !" ashton was upset
" I'm sorry, it's my fault Brother Ashton "said Arabella regretfully
" Why are you apologizing?" ask Ashton wonder
" Because of my advice, you're being humiliated. I didn't know this was gonna happen, I shouldn't have said "Arabella feels guilty
" I'm sorry, Brother Ashton. But, I'm really sorry "inner Arabella sad
" Haha.it's not your fault I was humiliated, it's my own fault. So don't blame yourself " said Ashton, stroking Arabella's head
" I'm not a child anymore, don't hold my head like that" Arabella said
" Well, not anymore. I forgot you're an adult now" Ashton said with a smile
" It turns out Ashton's sister could be this close to Miss Arabella. And miss Arabella can also comfort her. Like this it's also good that Miss Arabella is not the crown princess and she can be paired with brother Ashton. "inner Megan happy.
The three of them chatted happily, laughing. Megan's father, Viscount Michael Benedict was happy to see them from afar.
" You look delighted Mr. Viscount" said a man in glasses
" How can I not be happy Lance, seeing my two children happy" replied Viscount Michael with a happy look
" I'm also happy to see Mr. Ashton and Ms. Megan happy" Lance said with a smile
" I'm relieved Ashton is friends with duke Reese's daughter, because he can make Ashton smile and cheerful. When my brother and sister-in-law died, I promised to take good care of Ashton and make him happy. But, I think Miss Arabella can make Ashton happier than I ", said Viscount Michael gladly
" You are right Lord Viscount" said Lance agreed
***
Arabella looks tired after the party, when she arrived at home she immediately put her body in bed.
" Miss.lady hasn't changed clothes .." said Daisy
" Wait a minute Daisy, I'm so tired today. Just let me be like this for a second" said Arabella with a gasp of breath.
" Well, lady, is the party fun?" ask Layla
" Right, very pleasant. There were some events that made me unable to forget her "Arabella breathed a sigh of relief
Both of his servants were happy to see him smile. Arabella took a shower and got ready for dinner and waited for her brothers and father to come home.
***
The palace of Clarines..
Eugene looked busy and tired after working on some documents. His secretary came again and brought him more documents that he had to handle.
" How much longer is this going to end, Liam?" eugene asked annoyed at his secretary
" Your majesty will be busy in the next few days" Liam replied with a smile
" Shouldn't I rest before my manhood party ? why am I even given such a large task !" eugene asked annoyed
" Hehe. I do not know that my majesty has only commanded the King. Oh yes, his Majesty the King also advised that this document should be completed before your feast of maturity "Liam Light
" Haa.. what? it sucks "murmured Eugene annoyed
" Did the little lion receive all the clothes I bought from the store? it should be right, I was curious to see immediately his reaction of being surprised and happy to receive so many clothes, then he would be fascinated by me ?" inner Eugene felt confident
" Your highness, princess Camille came to see His Majesty, she said there was something important ! " shouted one of the Crown Prince's bodyguards who stood guard in front of the door of his study
" Please let him in" said Eugene
Camille ran in a hurry to get to her brother. They're both in the Crown Prince's office.
" What's up, Camille, can't you see I'm busy? it's better this is important " said Eugene looking tired
" Of course it's important, it's about my future brother-in-law. And about my sister's romance" Camille said
" Who's your future sister-in-law?" ask Eugene
" of course Naomi's sister " replied Camille happily
" He probably won't be your sister-in-law in the future, don't talk so recklessly" Eugene said as if unconcerned
" This brother is outrageous, obviously you like him. Still denying it " said Camille
" why are you so enthusiastic about her? and stop calling her Naomi's sister, you sound familiar to her "said Eugene dislikes
" Sister quarreled with Naomi's sister? actually, sister likes it not on her?" camille asked annoyed
" What? likey? I might not like him, right? it's just a sense of pleasure because I can bother him, it's a regular attraction. Yes I just like to bother him it makes me happy. "Eugene's mind is confused.
" So yes, then I can't expect much from you. I used to have some important information about Naomi's romance, because you weren't interested. I just go " said Camille looking sad
" A..What did you say? news about who?" ask Eugene
" I've guessed, my brother is bad at romance. "inner Camille
" Good night, noble crown prince, sorry to interrupt your time" Camille said
" without my permission you can't just walk away, keep your words up !" eugene was upset
Camille smiled triumphantly at Eugene who was curious about Arabella. Camille told me everything that happened at the tea party this afternoon.
" What? you said he liked someone? I mean did he really say that?" eugene asked in shock
" Yes, he said it himself in front of everyone. That he has someone he likes ", Camille replied
" then do you know who ?" eugene asked curiously
" It seems my brother is very curious, yes, you want to know or want to know once ?" ask Camille tease
" I don't want to know, you're gone" Eugene said nervously
" Why am I curious about her and want to know who she likes? who is he?" eugene was upset
" Obviously you're curious about her. Brother if you like her one day, I don't mind, I like her, if she's my sister-in-law I'll be very happy" Camille smiled happily
" What are you talking about? little boy don't talk carelessly, come back to your room it's already night" said Eugene softly
" Haa. alright, at least you should thank me dong, I've given you valuable information" Camille said feeling annoyed.
Camille walked out of Eugene's office. After that Eugene daydreamed and started thinking about Arabella.
***
The next day, Arabella was alone in the dining room and looking sad, her two maids looked at you anxiously.
" Aunty Daisy, the lady must be sad because of Mr. Duke, and the two young masters didn't come home last night" Layla told Daisy
" Yes, you're right Layla" said Daisy
" I knew this would happen while they were busy at the border, in the past as well. Never mind, as long as they're okay I'm calm. Thankfully, Brother Peter sent me a message so I wouldn't worry "Inner Arabella is sad
Arabella eats her breakfast alone and a begins to feel lonely. Layla and Daisy suddenly ask about the dress that the crown prince sent her.
" That dress? you can own it, sell it can also "said Arabella with rest
" What? miss, how can we do that?" ask Daisy in shock
" Then throw it away, replied Arabella
" MISS !" Daisy and Layla are shocked
" I don't want her dress, and also I've got a lot of dresses" Arabella said
" Miss, isn't it impolite to refuse the crown prince's gift by selling it or throwing it away?" ask Daisy
" Ah alright, then prepare some trains from the mansion. And deliver the dresses back to the crown prince's palace "Arabella gives the order
Daisy and Layla are shocked to hear Arabella's orders and say nothing more.
" Let's calm down, if the crown prince gets angry. I'll face it. It was wrong for the man to make my house a dress shop" Arabella said
" Miss.. " Daisy and Layla are beating
" It's an order, you can't argue with me !" arabella exclaimed unequivocally "And also, do not defend the crown prince in front of me, I do not like "
***
At the sword training camp, Aiden was training his disciples to practice the sword vigorously. Arabella and Felix saw it.
" Felix look, isn't the masked teacher really great?' ask Arabella
" Even though I don't like the lady teacher much, but I admit she is great" Felix replied
" Come Felix, actually the teacher is good. It's just that she does feel cold hehe "Arabella smiled
" I still don't like her" said Felix
" OKay okay. But try to be good friends with him. You will also learn the sword with me and with her " said Arabella
" I'm also coming ?" ask Felix in wonder
" of course, this is also useful for improving your sword skills" replied Arabella
" Haa. miss ." Felix said with a sigh
" don't argue with me, this is an order!" Arabella smiled
Aiden sees Arabella from afar, also to her two friends.
" It seems that some are not happy to see happy people huh, Lorenzo" Demian said as he raised his voice to be heard by the surly Aiden.
" Demian, I don't want to get in trouble because of your bullshit" said Lorenzo lazily
" come on Lorenzo, get excited a little bit. It's the first time I've seen His Majesty get involved in a love affair. I used to think that one glorious day might marry his sword instead of a girl" Demian said happily
" Demian, Lorenzo ! like I'm too soft on you guys, so you guys can have a casual chat like this lady here "Aiden exudes an aura of anger
" I'm not following your majesty, Demian alone spoke " said Lorenzo, raising his hand
" well, you're not loyal, Lorenzo" said Demian annoyed
" I warned you, didn't I?" Lorenzo said he had no expression
" you two stop arguing ! go to the punishment corridor !" yell Aiden
*The punishment corridor means the place where the knights in the sword camp receive the punishment and pass the punishment
" A.what?" Demian and Lorenzo were shocked
" You want to defy me?!!" yell Aiden
" Good noble one" said Demian and Lorenzo dispirited.
" It's all because of you, I'm being a little careless, right ?" asked Lorenzo annoyed
" You're not loyal, man ! huhh !" exclaim Demian furiously
Both of Aiden's loyal friends went to carry out their punishment. Arabella and Felix approach Aiden.
" Good morning teacher" said Arabella
" You've come" said Aiden coldly
" Yes, I'm ready to accept my first lesson today" said Arabella eagerly
" Are you sure your wounds have healed?" ask Aiden worried
" Already, doctor Louis has examined me "Arabella replied
" Alright, let's start basic training first" Aiden said firmly
Aiden taught Arabella how to hold a sword, put horses before the sword and also catch her breath. Arabella had difficulty installing the horses.
" The way you hold the sword is good, but the way you put the horses up is not good enough" Aiden said
" I'm trying teacher " said Arabella as she squatted the horses
Aiden held Arabella's hand and held her back so as not to stiffen. Arabella is getting stiffer.
" What's wrong with you? I'm trying to flex your body, why are you getting stiffer?" ask Aiden
" ma. sorry teacher.. " Arabella was nervous looking at Aiden's eyes
" What's going on? why was I nervous like this when I was touched by him?" inner Arabella felt restless
Aiden releases his hand grip from Arabella, and Arabella suddenly takes it off.
" Aakhh !" Arabella screamed in shock as her body was out of control
" Miss !" felix was shocked
And in the end, Arabella fell on Aiden's body.
" It's so close, my face and teacher's face are so close ! when viewed from near the lips of the teacher was red and seductive, his body especially his chest, was very muscular. I'm getting curious to see her face "inner Arabella fascinated
" Look! if I could have a sudden heart attack, he might be able to hear my heartbeat beating improperly at the moment. I want to get back on my feet, but I still want to see this scene. Seeing you up close.. Your plump eyelashes, your beautiful blue eyes, your long blond hair, make it hard for me to turn away from you. How'this? " inner Aiden panicked
Arabella woke up and she stood up again, she looked so groggy and tidied up her clothes. He also helped Aiden stand up. Felix approached her anxiously.
" Miss, are you okay?" ask Felix worriedly
" Yes I'm good. Teacher are you okay?" Arabella asked Aiden
" I'm fine. How could you fall and lose your balance? I've guessed you're really stiff in arranging your horses" said Aiden angrily
" Yes, teacher, suddenly my legs cramp earlier. I'm sorry teacher " said Arabella sorry
" It's okay, we continue next time" Aiden said as he turned his face away
" It seems like he.. really is angry, am I really that hard to teach?" inner Arabella sad
" Guru, we just trained for a while why did you end it? are you mad at me?" ask Arabella sadly
" I'm not mad at you, but I don't want to see you right now. Otherwise my heart can't hold it anymore" Aiden's mind panicked
" I'm not angry, I'll go to the punishment corridor first. You rest first. We continue after resting " said Aiden coldly
Aiden walked away to the punishment corridor and saw Lorenzo and Demian were serving their sentence by copying the sword rules.
" Your majesty ! welcome, your majesty, you came here to end our punishment huh?" ask Demian hoping
" in your dreams, I'm here to see where you've been working !" exclaim Aiden
" I'm almost done, your majesty" said Lorenzo
Aiden took off his mask and looked sweaty.
" Your Majesty, what's wrong with your face?" asked Demian in shock
" I why?" ask Aiden cuek
" You're blushing your majesty" Demian smiled
" Silence you're demian ! want me to add your punishment !" aiden threatened to
" I didn't know it would be this hard to be around you, Bella. I may have a heart attack if this continues. Every day I also have to meet him. I can explode, I'd love to hug her "
Aiden closed his face in shame.