Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 102

Cynthia Lynwood nodded slightly, trying to hold back tears that shimmered in her eyes, making her look even more pitiable.

Frederick felt a pang of sympathy.

"What on earth is going on?" Aaron asked.

"Miss Lynwood has been through an emotional shock, affecting her kidneys. Mr. Vance," the doctor lowered his voice, "this is a critical period for her recovery. She must avoid any further distress."

"I understand," Aaron replied.

After giving his instructions, the doctor left, and silence settled in the room.

After a moment, Aaron finally spoke up, "Has anyone visited today?"

"No," came the reply.

"It has nothing to do with Serena..." Frederick and Cynthia Lynwood both began to speak, then stopped abruptly.

at Frederick with a

clarified, "Serena hasn't been

like a child caught in wrongdoing. "She... she sent me an e-invite to your wedding. I... I

Knowing Cynthia's feelings for Aaron, sending the invitation during her recovery seemed thoughtless. If anything happened

to his

Cynthia fell silent.

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lain down when her phone rang. It

you have some free time? Interested in

perked up immediately. "What kind of

today who has an antique vase, a family heirloom for centuries, that needs restoring. It's not particularly valuable, but it was a wedding gift to his

our restoration center is swamped. We

laughed. "I have plenty

revolved around Aaron, and honestly, she was tired of

set up a meeting for

hesitated. "But I'm still

know. The gentleman's grandson is in Alderburg too, ready to airship