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

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

didn't see Cynthia as entirely innocent, Serena's actions seemed too harsh. Knowing Cynthia's feelings for Aaron,

to his brow. "Block her

Cynthia fell silent.

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part of town, Serena had just lain down when her phone rang. It was Director

you have some

up immediately. "What

an elderly gentleman 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 wife. A while back, their great-grandchild accidentally broke it, and the lady's been heartbroken ever since but couldn't find a qualified restorer. So, they

center is swamped. We don't have the time.

"I

Aaron, and honestly, she

set up a meeting for you

I'm still in

is in Alderburg too,