Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 33

Olivia froze for a moment, clearly not expecting Serena to challenge her so openly. But soon, a look of disdain flickered across her eyes.

She really thought that just because Aaron personally picked her up, she was the lady of the house now.

"The kitchen isn't prepared for a sudden visit," Olivia remarked bluntly.

"Then make it again!" Serena replied, pouring the soup down the sink.

Seeing the soup discarded, Olivia's temper flared. "Ser—"

A cold voice cut through the tension, "If she says redo it, then redo it. No need for all this chatter."

Olivia turned, stunned, to see Aaron standing there.

Was Mr. Vance really siding with Serena?

It seemed impossible, but as an employee, Olivia knew better than to protest

further. She simply nodded and retreated to the kitchen.

approached Serena. "I'll have Victor

Serena remained silent.

if to add something,

out,

Samuel already waiting. Serena apologized quickly, "I'm sorry about last night. Everything

had forgotten to tell him she

pulling out a chair for her. His Adam's apple bobbed

hovering over the

is a long time to love someone. How many seven years

smiled back, offering no

the need to

about

asked around. Someone reported it, and the higher-ups are taking it seriously. That's why they called you

"When can I leave?"

no desire to stay in Alderburg, the city that reminded her of

usually take months, so you might have to stay in Alderburg

fully cooperate with the investigation, but I don't want to stay in Alderburg. Is

aback by her question and hesitated. "I'll check

"Okay."