Chapter 137

"You don't understand Aaron," Serena said, her eyes fixed on the horizon as the light in them began to fade. "If I don't go back, I'm afraid Samuel, Claire, and Joy might be in danger."

Zachary's expression changed instantly.

"Please, take me back," Serena added with a smile that didn't quite reach her eyes.

Zachary sighed, recognizing the forced cheerfulness in Serena's demeanor.

"Alright."

"Thank you, Uncle," Serena said before retreating into the cabin.

Half an hour later.

The boat came to a stop at the dock.

Serena took a deep breath before stepping out of the cabin.

On the shore, a fleet of sleek black sedans awaited them, their headlights illuminating the beach as if it were broad daylight.

Serena immediately spotted Aaron.

seemed leaner than before, yet his posture remained

moonlight, with his dark eyes exuding

towards Aaron, each step she took causing her gaze

a flame. Aaron avoided meeting Serena's eyes, filled with resentment, but after so long without seeing

settling on

Serena's features were as flawless and captivating as a porcelain doll's, her delicate nose above lips

Aaron swallowed hard.

"Get in the car."

Serena asked, scanning the

Her heart sank.

Aaron nodded at Victor.

to one of

as soon as she saw her. "Serena, why did

turned to Aaron. "I'd like

the car with his men. Only then did Serena speak. "Claire,

You silly girl, why did you come

I hadn't..." Serena glanced

Vance would do something to me? He's just trying to scare you. If he really

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