The Arrabella Twice Lives
Chapter 17 The Trap !
A few hours earlier at the palace of Clarines, the,
The king asked Aiden to talk to him in a closed room.
The king took Aiden to the King's secret chamber.
" What room is this, your majesty?" ask Aiden confused
" You'll find out later, follow me" said the King
King and Aiden walked into the room behind the painting. Aiden was surprised to see it even more when he was allowed inside, because the King said to himself that only he knew the secret room, and Aiden was the second to know it. When Aiden looked deeper into the secret room, he saw many photos of women he knew as his mother plastered there.
" This .." Aiden was stunned to see one photo of his mother carrying him.
" Yes this is a picture of you and your mother" said the King
" What do you really want to show me?" ask Aiden
" I want to show you, that not a day do I not think of your mother" said the King
" Aunty told me that my mother disliked it the most when someone lied to her" Aiden said in anger
The king was stifled to hear Aiden's words and felt guilty.
" It's true I lied to your mother, I betrayed her too. But, your mother is still my first wife and the queen in my heart" said the King with great feelings
" I never blame you, because you are king. You have a great responsibility, I'm sure you have a reason why you betrayed my mother. Could it be because of power? or the pressure of being a king? I didn't really care, I was just a child longing for the affection of mom and dad, a whole family, that's all I wanted "Aiden said heartily
The king looked at him with guilt in his heart. He asked the son of the girl he loved to stay in the palace and become a prince, and he wanted to live closer to Aiden. The king also requests that Aiden be close to Eugene and Camille like family. Aiden has not given an answer to the King's request and said he will think about it again.
***
Aiden looked tired, that night he saw a clear sky from the top of his camp attic. Both of his friends looked at him anxiously.
" If your majesty is confused or sad she will definitely go up to the attic, about what is your majesty feeling and thinking?" demian said worriedly
" Obviously it's not a trivial thing, he met a lot of people he didn't want to meet" Lorenzo said
" Yes, those people are the noble queen, the noble king, the daughter of Camille and the crown prince. It must have made him unsettled" Lorenzo's inner
***
The next day, Arabella still has a fever but insists on going on the move.
" Miss, you're still sick. I suggest miss to take a break first" said Daisy anxiously
" I'm better, my fever has gone down. Today I have to practice the sword and also have to go take the test to the palace" Arabella said
" If I don't go to the palace, I'll cause trouble for father." Inner Arabella
" Miss, miss's face is still pale" Layla said anxiously
Duke Reese and his two older brothers Arabella opened the door to his room.
" Where do you think you're going?" ask Peter
" You don't have to go, just rest today" Duke Reese said anxiously
" Dad, sister, but I'm really okay dad" said Arabella soothingly.
" Can't you, you're not stubborn. Just take a rest today" said Ethan anxiously
" I'm totally fine, really. Brother, father let me go "Said Arabella seriously
Ethan holds Arabella's forehead.
" How's brother?" ask Peter
" He's not fever anymore" Ethan replied
" I told you I'm fine, my belly button is gone too" Arabella said with a smile
" Okay, let's have breakfast first. After that it's my own father who will take you to the palace" said Duke Reese at last
" Father, I have a job to monitor the situation on the Lokhan river. Let me drive Abel" Ethan said
" How can I let my ailing daughter go to the palace alone, I would be anxious ?" ask Duke Reese
" Dad, I told you Abel would go with me" said Ethan
" Yes, don't fight, Abel just went with me" said Peter
" You can't ! don't you have an exam today at the academy ?" ask Duke Reese
" Yes, too, but it's okay to be late" said Peter
" and Ethan, don't you have the duty of escorting the King's Majesty ? " ask Duke Reese
" Oh yeah, I totally forgot !" ethan is panicking
The Duke and his two sons were busy arguing over who would take Arabella to the palace. In the end Ashton and Felix were the ones who drove Arabella to the palace.
" Thank God I was also assigned to escort the crown princess candidate's test today, so I can escort you as well" Ashton said
" Thank you, Ashton. My head almost exploded that my father and my two brothers were constantly arguing" Arabella said
" Well, are you really okay? you had a fever last night, right?" ask Ashton worriedly
" I'm better, my fever has gone down. Thank you for worrying about me "Arabella said with a smile
" good. I see the crown prince is very attentive to you, it's not just a rumor " said Ashton pleased
" It's not something that can make me happy, I don't like to listen to those rumors" Arabella said in a lazy tone
" You always say you don't like the crown prince anymore, then do you have someone you like?" ask Ashton
" There is no "Arabella replied firmly
" really? don't you like Prince Aiden?" ashton asked with a seductive smile
" A..Wha what?? what's this Ashton guy talking about? where is it possible! I just met her for the first time how could I instantly like the word Arabella in denial
" That means there's a chance, right? he's handsome, fine, yes even though he looks a little cold. If you don't want to be with the royal family, what about young master Zen he's the son of Marques, young master Sergio, or young master Derek? " said Ashton offering
" Did this Ashton brother open a matchmaking bureau? there's none of them I like. Stop talking about men's problems "say Arabella
" Is it true you don't have someone you like?" ask Ashton curiously
" No, my heart is only mine an "Arabella replied firmly
" Didn't you want to consider the crown prince's feelings? I think he's sincere to you "ask Ashton
" Sincere or not, I still don't want to be with her "Arabella replied annoyedly
" What's the reason you don't want to be with the crown prince?" ask Ashton seriously
"..... " Arabella is silent and does not answer
***
Moments later they reach the front of the palace, Ashton continues to ask Arabella's opinion of Eugene.
" Why do you keep asking? it's already in front of the palace !" arabella exclaimed
" Since you haven't answered my question, then I'll keep asking. You know what kind of person I am?" ask Ashton
" It's true too, Ashton's brother has always been like this from long ago. When her question had not yet gotten an answer, she would definitely continue to ask "inner Arabella felt resentful
" Well, you want to know why I don't want to be with the crown prince ?" ask Arabella
Ashton nodded.
" I don't want if I'm with her one day, my love will be divided "Arabella replied seriously
" divided? meanin?" ask Ashton
" The crown prince is the future king, of course his spouse is not just the queen. Every king I know has a concubine. I can't live with a man who has a concubine and other people in his heart other than me, I want to be with a man who only loves me one person, I don't want to share love with anyone" Arabella said
Ashton was amazed by Arabella's strong and serious words, he did not expect that such an amazing and mature word he would hear from Arabella who would only be 15 years old. Now he knows, that Arabella's attitude has begun to mature.
Ashton stroked Arabella's hair gently.
" Brother Ashton. what are you .." Arabella is confused
" It turns out this little girl in front of me, has already grown up "Ashton smiled happily
" Brother Ashton !" arabella is angry
" Yes, I'm sorry, you don't like people touching your hair the most, but I did. Sorry " said Ashton with a smile
" Well, I'll spare you this time "Arabella scowls
" Okay, my cute sister" Ashton said
Without them noticing, Eugene and Liam heard their conversation in front of the palace.
" Why are we hiding such a noble one?" ask Liam
" Where might we hide ", replied Eugene
" We kind of stole their conversation" Liam said
" I said no !" eugene was upset
" Obviously the noble was eavesdropping, so curious was she to Miss Arabella that she was waiting for him in front of the palace. And hiding quietly behind walls, this is not his nature. Miss Arabella, you are amazing to be able to make such a noble "inner Liam
Eugene was deep in his own thoughts, he unconsciously daydreamed and thought of the words Arabella had said her reason for not wanting to become the crown princess.
" So, she doesn't want to be with me because she's afraid I have a concubine? " inner Eugene thought
" your highness, let's go immediately to the Eastern palace" said Liam
" Oh yeah you're right, today I have to look at his test" Eugene said
Arabella, and the 4 would-be crown princesses gathered at the eastern palace and there was the Queen and princess Camille.
" Welcome to the test of the first day of the prospective crown princess, to the candidates for the crown princess please sit on the chair that has been provided" said Deborah (the Queen's confidant)
The 5 princesses were sitting on chairs, and in front of them was a table filled with teapots, cups, and there were all kinds of tea there.
" In front of you there are already tools and ingredients to make tea. Your task is to make a delicious tea to serve to the Queen, the princess and the crown prince, and the final result will be determined by the judgement of the queen and the crown prince directly" deborah said to the 5 candidates for the crown princess
Arabella seemed to smile to herself like she had a hidden plan. Eugene, who was sitting in front of the princesses, was only seen watching Arabella. It made the other 3 would-be princesses feel jealous and whispered whispering talk of Arabella behind her back.
" So she's the one named Miss Arabella?" ask Lily in a cynical tone
" Right, he looks ordinary" Anna said annoyedly
" Why does the crown prince always pay attention to him anyway? " ask Lily annoyed
" Do you not know the rumors? " ask Claire who is speaking
" Rumors about Miss Arabella teasing the crown prince right? is that true?" ask Lily
" i don't know if it's true or not, but all I know is that the crown prince keeps looking at Miss Arabella.. Wouldn't the judgment be unfair if the noble crown prince himself would definitely choose him?" claire said sadly
" that's right, if he chooses Miss Arabella. Meaning that your majesty is indeed being unfair" Anna said
Claire smiled with satisfaction at Anna and Lily's hatred for Arabella.
" That's great, the seeds of hatred I've planted on these two princesses. Just look at Arabella, it's not just me that's going to make things difficult for you. "inner Claire is happy
Suddenly Arabella felt her necklace hot again, and flushed.
" Akh. "the word Arabella feels overheated because her necklace reacts.
Eugene looks anxious to hear the sound of Arabella who sounded in pain and immediately approached her.
" What's up? are you hurt?" eugene asked worriedly
" I'm fine, your majesty" replied Arabella
" Are you still sick? " ask Eugene worriedly
" Is there someone who's planning something evil on me? this necklace reacts. "inner Arabella.
" Eugene please get the hell out of here, you're gonna make it harder" Arabella said in her heart
" I'm fine, your majesty" replied Arabella
" As her miss Arabella was uncomfortable with the crown prince's attention, moreover the two men saw Miss Arabella like that "inner Megan was anxious
" Well, if there's anything don't hesitate to talk to me " said Eugene kindly
" Thank you, your majesty, please tell that to the other lady as well "said Arabella was uncomfortable with the two people staring at her from behind.
Eugene smiled and understood.
" If you have anything, don't talk to me "Eugene told the other princess-to-be.
" good noble, thank you" said Anna and Lily fascinated
" The crown prince is very handsome "inner Anna
" His smile is like the sun "inner Claire
" Thankfully, Eugene understood "the inner Arabella was relieved
The 5 princesses make tea with passion, except Megan and Arabella who look carelessly make it.
The queen smiled sinisterly as she looked at the uninspired Arabella.
" as is true, that Duke Reese's daughter did not want to be the crown princess. All right, I'll help you make that happen. And I'm gonna make Eugene stop liking you "inner Queen
" Mom, surely Miss Arabella will make the most delicious tea among all the noble ladies" Camille said confidently
" Why are you so sure, my daughter ? the other noble ladies are also talented right ?" ask the Queen with a friendly smile
" Yes, my mother was right. But, I still believe that the tea made by Miss Arabella will be the most delicious and you will also definitely choose it, because you have had several times to drink tea made by Miss Arabella" explained Camille spirit
" It turned out Eugene's feelings, were really serious with the girl. Unable to be allowed to continue, Eugene must be together with Claire's "inner Queen thinking
" really? let mom taste her tea later too. Oh yes Camille, don't you see Miss Claire is also beautiful, smart and better than her?" ask the Queen
" If you ask my opinion, I don't really like Miss Claire" Camille replied lazily
" Why ? was it because of that time? didn't he explain it?" ask the Queen
" It's not about that, mom. Somehow I felt uncomfortable around her, I felt that Miss Claire was not a good person ", Camille replied
" You can't be prejudiced just yet, if you see Miss Claire is a good girl" the Queen said with a smile
Arabella felt the heat again from her necklace, and she grew more alert.
He realized that the queen's friendly gaze held a hidden impression, for some reason he felt as if the queen was planning something for him and looked suspicious.
" If the queen is planning something, then. My last way, is I have to use Eugene's "inner Arabella thinking
***
At the sword training camp, Aiden's two friends saw Aiden training very hard and that day he did not wear a mask.
" by the way why isn't Miss Arabella here yet?" asked Demian curiously
" Your Majesty, why don't you wear a mask ? are you planning to say that you are a prince?" asked Lorenzo curiously
" I didn't know you were Lorenzo, you could be as chatty as Demian" Aiden said with a smile
" my dear, please answer Lorenzo dong's question ! I was also curious "said Demian in dismay
" He won't come here, there's a crown princess test at the palace. He must be there "Aiden replied
" oh so that's why you're not wearing a mask today" Lorenzo said.
" But it's not usual that Miss Arabella isn't here that she'll let you know through Felix first?" demian asked confused
" right, today there is no news" Lorenzo agreed
"i wonder how Miss Arabella would react if she knew that her highness the prince was the teacher of Cedric? " murmurm Demian thought
The faces of Lorenzo and Demian instantly turned stiff when they saw Felix was already behind Aiden and his face looked startled.
" Oh my goodness! mr Felix !" exclaim Demian in shock
" Did he hear everything?" inner Aiden
Felix raised his sword to Aiden's neck, his two friends were surprised to see him.
" What are you doing, Mr Felix??!" ask Lorenzo
" i don't care if you're a noble prince or a teacher of Cedric, you've obviously lied to my lady !" felix exclaimed with a sharp eye
" Well, I did lie to you, we spoke well" Aiden said calmly
" I've finally been caught by "inner Aiden
" Let your sword down, Mr. Felix !" Demian raised his sword towards Felix.
Felix and Aiden talk at camp, Felix still looks shocked.
" Please ask me whatever you want to know, I will definitely answer it "Aiden said firmly
Felix bowed respectfully to Aiden.
" First of all I would like to apologize for my brash attitude just now, to your highness" Felix said politely
" I get it, it's because you're mad at me. It's only natural " said Aiden calmly
" In fact I have many questions for your majesty, but I will ask you two questions only for your highness" Felix said seriously
" Please ask" Aiden allows
" Why are you pretending to be Cedric's teacher? " ask Felix
" ......" Aiden just keep quiet
" Is this a difficult question, your majesty?" felix asked, astonished to see Aiden standing still
" How can I answer him? if I do this to get closer to Naomi "inner Aiden is confused
" It's because I don't want anyone here to know that I'm a prince, if they know I'm a prince. They will treat me differently ", Aiden explained
" I know he must know that I lied "inner Aiden
" liks..He lied. "inner Felix denied it.
" Why do you hide your face with a mask in front of the lady and say that your face is ugly?" asked Felix in an introductory tone
" That's because "Aiden is nervous.
" I know you can't even answer 2 easy questions from me. But I want to tell you, your majesty, the most dislike being lied to and betrayed. Because he always said that to me "Felix said firmly
" I wouldn't do that to her !" exclaim Aiden
" Why did you lie to him? hiding your identity like this is tantamount to betraying her. I don't care if you're near miss, but if your highness approaches the lady to hurt her, I won't stay silent "Felix is staring hard at Aiden
" I never had such intentions, I had no ulterior motives for her. Let alone intending to hurt her " said Aiden sharply
" Why did you hide your identity?" ask Felix curiously
" I have my own reasons and I can't explain them to you. But, later I will tell her the truth. Until then, I want you to keep this a secret from him "Aiden asked
" Haa. alright, I will keep it a secret, instead I also want your majesty to promise now" Felix said firmly
" What?" ask Aiden
" Never hurt my lady, or make my lady cry, or my sword will float around your neck" Felix threatened
" Yes, I promise "Aiden answered with confidence
" We have agreed, your majesty" Felix said
" I like your loyalty to your lady, but I don't think it's just loyalty, is it Mr Felix?" ask Aiden
" It turns out that the noble one can feel it as well" Felix replied with a bitter smile
" One look, also already know that you like Miss Arabella as a woman" Aiden said a little jealous
" Your Majesty, I do like you. But I know where I am in position. I just hope miss is happy, that's enough for me" Felix said with a smile
After his conversation with Felix, Aiden realizes that Felix is very fond of Arabella and sincere to Arabella. Aiden felt very grateful that there was a person as sincere as Felix beside Arabella who loved him unconditionally, without reply. While himself wants Arabella to reciprocate his feelings. Aiden is a little jealous of Felix who can always be next to him at all times unlike him who has to pretend to be someone else just to be close to the girl he loves.
***
The Eastern palace of Clarines
All the princesses have served her tea. The Queen and the crown prince tasted tea made by the noble lady of the future crown princess. The queen praised all the tea that the noble ladies made was delicious.
" Let's try the tea made by Miss Arabella as well" the Queen said as she sipped the tea made by Arabella.
" How's mom?" ask Eugene
" It's also delicious, how this mother got confused to determine who won the first test this time, because all the tea made by these beautiful noble girls is very tasty" the Queen said with a friendly smile
Arabella realized that behind the queen's hospitality, because deep in her heart the queen was not as friendly as she seemed. Arabella always stared at her full of caution, she could feel that the heat was always felt when she was close to the queen. Even more so when he finds out the Queen has a conspiracy with Oscar about the king's first wife.
Anna, Lily, and Claire seemed to be waiting for the results with anxious hope. A few minutes later the queen announced that Claire and Anna were the winners in this first test, Eugene's face looked unhappy but Arabella was the opposite.
" Good, I didn't win. Indeed this is my goal, it is clear that the queen will not choose me either "said Arabella in her heart
" Look at him, it's clear that he's happy. Does she really not want to be the crown princess? that don't like her that much to me?" eugene felt bad
Megan watched Eugene keep staring at Arabella.
" Miss Arabella, the crown prince keeps seeing you !" megan whispered
" Just let him "say Arabella relax
" He doesn't seem happy, he really wants you to win" Megan said
" But I don't care, I'm happy like this" Arabella smiled happily
" He had the crown prince's attention, but why was he unhappy? miss Arabella you are so weird. Unlike the three girls who were always looking for attention to get the crown prince's attention. Pathetic "inner Megan wonder
" Uhuk uhuk uhuk "
" Mom.mom why?" ask Camille worried
The 5 noble girls were startled to see the queen suddenly cough and her body let out red spots.
" Mom, what happened to Mom ?" eugene asked in panic
" Uhuk uhuk. crown prince, the mother's chest is very tight" said the Queen with a loud breath.
" Call the royal doctor now!" eugene shouted in panic
***
The queen lay in her room after falling asleep and was examined by a doctor. The doctor said that the queen, eating something that made her allergies relapse and if handled late the queen will die of her allergies. Arabella sees Eugene loving her mother, though she knew in the past that Eugene would do anything for her.
All that the Queen drank and ate was examined by Deborah, and Deborah found the berry powder in one of the noble ladies' teas that made the Queen allergic.
" How ? Deborah have you found anything?" ask Eugene
" Yes I found there is a mixture of powdered berries in the tea that the queen drank" said Deborah while showing one of the cups used during the contest.
" Whose cup is this?" eugene asked furiously
" the cup belongs to my majesty" replied Arabella resolutely and fearlessly
" I already knew something was going to happen to me, but I didn't expect the queen to do something this big just to trap me "inner Arabella
Claire smiled with satisfaction.
" How are you going to deal with this ? Arabella "inner Claire was satisfied
Eugene looked at Arabella with a look of disbelief. Everyone looked at Arabella suspiciously, except Megan.
" Eugene? are you going to do as in the past?" inner Arabella wondered