Chapter 1848: Is Princess Catherine Confused?
Chapter 1848: Is Princess Catherine Confused?
Chapter 1848: Is Princess Catherine Confused?
Because Monica was very attentive, every day at Lu Layeka, she did her best to accompany Algerone and Belinda since they had come from far away, trying to make them feel at home. Seeing the two elders off at the door, Monica waved goodbye with a smile and wished them good night. Then, she turned and linked her arm with Tristan's, walking towards Princess Catherine, who was sitting not far away on the sofa.
In these few days, Monica hadn't had any private conversations with the Princess, but there were frequent eye contacts. She had been hosting and arranging everything as a hostess, always with a smile on her face, working from morning till night. Monica noticed all the hard work and effort. She approved of this stepmother. Most importantly, Catherine was very good to her father. Content protected by Nôv/el(D)rama.Org.
Captain Julie personally poured the tea. In the spacious palace, the crystal chandeliers emitted a dazzling light, shining on everyone. This particular light, combined with the sunset outside, made the evening seem especially peaceful and beautiful.
"Please, have a seat," Catherine's kind smile glanced at the young couple approaching, like a mother looking at her children, full of tenderness and care. Monica and Tristan sat down on the sofa opposite her, both unaware of what she was about to do, with no prior indication. Julie bent over and personally poured tea for everyone, placing two cups on the table.
"Thank you." Monica had noticed the short-haired woman in military attire long ago. She almost always accompanied the Princess and had heard about her from her brother, knowing her name and her position. Julie nodded with a smile, "You're welcome," then handed a cup of tea to the table in front of Princess Catherine and stepped back, standing at a distance.
Catherine took out an antique square box, deep purple in color, with embroidery on top. She untied the ribbon wrapped around it and took out a beautiful bracelet. "Annie, this bracelet is for you. I hope you like it."
Julie, who was standing nearby, saw the bracelet and heard the statement, feeling a tightness in her chest, looking extremely surprised at the Princess! Catherine was smiling, and her eyes were full of the girl sitting across from her, "I hope you'll accept it, as a token of our meeting."
Monica was shocked that Catherine had intentionally given her a gift. She hesitated for a moment before slowly reaching out. When her fingers touched the bracelet, she felt that it was extraordinary. It bore the marks of time, not the kind that could be bought, but rather a collectible item. The exquisite patterns on it held beautiful meanings, which she could also understand.
"This... has it been in your possession for many years?" Monica looked up at her, still holding the bracelet, "It's too precious. I can't accept it."
"You must accept it. This is my sincere gift to you." Catherine became anxious, fearing she might feel burdened, so she spoke with a light tone, "I bought it, though it cost a bit of money, but I believe you deserve it. Besides, this bracelet suits your style very well. You will look great wearing it."
She was a Princess and not short of money. Since she was giving someone a rose, she was happy to leave a lingering fragrance. Thus, despite Monica's reluctance, after much consideration, she chose to accept it, "Thank you."
Indeed, Catherine was very pleased, and her face immediately lit up with a smile. She had also gained Princess Annie's approval. For the rest of her life, she only hoped that the family could get along harmoniously. However, Julie, not far away, had a complex expression, feeling that the Princess must be confused.