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.

Frederick with

clarified, "Serena hasn't been

wrongdoing. "She... she sent me an e-invite to your wedding. I... I

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

fingers to

Cynthia fell silent.

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another part of town, Serena had just lain down

"Serena, do you have some free time? Interested in

up immediately. "What kind of

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

you because our restoration center is swamped. We don't have the time.

laughed. "I have

revolved around Aaron, and honestly,

set up a meeting

hesitated. "But I'm still in

in Alderburg