Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 41

Under the watchful eye of the security camera, the captured images were remarkably clear. Even when magnified significantly, the picture retained its crispness. This allowed Aaron to clearly see the figure, whose eyes were filled with resentment, staring intently ahead. And right in front of her was Serena.

The revelation sent a shiver down Aaron's spine. He couldn't believe that someone in Alderburg harbored such animosity toward Serena.

"Find out who this woman is!" he ordered, his voice tinged with urgency. Serena's mysterious disappearance might be tied to this woman.

Frederick cast a casual glance at the screen and replied nonchalantly, "No need to investigate. That woman is Maggie."

"How do you know?" Aaron asked, his face etched with surprise.

Frederick chuckled, "She's Cynthia Lynwood's close friend. You claim to be so enamored with Cynthia, yet you don't recognize her bestie? That's quite unusual."

Aaron's expression shifted multiple times, but with the pressing need to locate Serena, he had no interest in explaining to Frederick that he had no romantic feelings for Cynthia Lynwood.

despise Serena

quite simple. Imagine if someone stole your best friend's partner. You'd

Aaron replied

sighed, "Of

the best example for such situations. "Anyway," Frederick continued as he settled onto the nearby couch,

Aaron frowned, "Play it."

video of Serena and Maggie's altercation. Watching Maggie publicly accuse Serena of being a homewrecker, Aaron felt the tension in the room escalate.

and Aaron's brow furrowed even deeper, his breath coming in shallow gasps. "Is

know? Ever since you've been jet-setting to see Cynthia Lynwood, rumors have been swirling that

"So, Aaron, is Serena

into each other's personal lives. Aaron felt a painful tug at

homewrecker. I have no relationship with