Chapter 90
Her words made them realize the public revelation of Arabella being an adopted daughter could indeed affect
her.
To protect Arabella, Alistair’s suggestion was ultimately dismissed. Arabella’s face was visibly pained and full of grievance.
Dorian spoke in a deep voice, “Well then, I suppose we’ll have to handle this through some PR. Il arrange to have those posts deleted shortly,”
Arabella looked at Dorian with immense gratitude, her eyes brimming with tears, making her appear incredibly sympathetic.
Dorian frowned slightly, instinctively comparing the current image of Arabella to the vibrant, audacious, and radiant Miranda, Miranda would never break down into tears like this.
Arabella certainly didn’t resemble any member of the Hawke family. Yet, he reassured her just as he always had. “Don’t worry, we won’t let you be wronged.”
He paused before continuing, “But you need to be mindful of your actions. We’re living in a digital age, and everything you do is under scrutiny. As the Hawke family’s daughter, you need to maintain the dignity that comes with it.”
Mrs. Hawke nodded, her tone a bit scolding. “Your brother’s right, you need to be more careful.”
Arabella bit her lip, nodding in reluctant agreement.
The Hawke family had previously chosen not to disclose Miranda’s identity to protect Arabella. They didn’t want her to be hurt by the revelation of her adopted status.
But there was another reason back then. They didn’t want to publicly acknowledge a daughter or sister who might bring shame to the family.
However, Arabella’s recent actions and her status were beginning to cast a shadow on the Hawke family.
Their attitude toward Arabella was gradually shifting, especially with Miranda, who was now widely praised, serving as a stark contrast.
Just then, the phone rang. A servant answered and then turned to Mr. and Mrs. Hawke.
“Sir, Ma’am. It’s a call from the police. They’re asking for Ms. Hawke.”
Hearing this, everyone turned to look at Arabella. Her face turned ghostly pale.
Alden, as the head of the family, went to take the call. His expression grew more severe the longer he listened.
Finally, he hung up the phone and looked at Arabella.
“The police said the Zades claimed you instructed them to cause trouble at the Lancaster Group headquarters. They’re summoning you to the station.”
The room was suddenly filled with shock and disbelief.
Mrs. Hawke sprang to her feet, furious. “Arabella! You’ve been in contact with the Zades behind our backs? What happened to your promises to us?”
Dorian frowned deeply. Alistair remained silent. Orion and Lysander quickly tried to calm Mrs. Hawke.
“I–I didn’t.” she cried, looking at Mrs. Hawke. “Mom, I didn’t. Please believe me.”
Meanwhile.
“The Hawke family must be in chaos right now. The police told me the Zades started spilling that Arabella edged them on to stir up troubles once they realized they might get a record,” Lavinia was in a good spirit.
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“They said Arabella promised them money if they came to the Lancaster Group headquarters to cause a scene and badmouth you. They also claimed Arabella is their biological daughter, and told them to keep quiet about their relationship, or they wouldn’t see a dime. Apparently, the police were flabbergasted. They’re summoning Arabella for inciting trouble. I bet the Hawke family is in an uproar right now.”
Lavinia gave Miranda a thumbs–up. “You’ve played this move brilliantly, my dear.”
