Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 79

"All along..."

As soon as Aaron began to speak, the room fell silent once more. Every eye was fixed on him.

Aaron was not only born into privilege but also possessed striking looks and a commanding presence. It was nearly impossible to look away from him, especially when he was about to announce something as monumental as his marriage.

"There have been countless speculations about my romantic life. To put a stop to the tabloids' endless gossip, today I've decided to..."

"Aaron..." A soft voice interrupted, laced with vulnerability.

a flowing white dress, and a wave of surprise rippled

toward Cynthia. Serena watched his hand slip away, a faint smile playing on her lips. She

face remained impassive. "Why did you bring Cynthia here?" he asked Vivian, who had changed into

said, "Brother, I knew you were going to announce a

continued, "Aaron, don't be

seeing Cynthia defend her. In truth, she had orchestrated Cynthia's presence. She had informed Cynthia about Serena attending the celebration and hinted at Aaron's impending announcement. The identity

her meal, showing no sign of distress. This irked Vivian. "Serena," Vivian called out, unable to contain herself, "how can you just sit

her lips with a napkin. "One can't speak on an empty stomach," she quipped,