Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 144

When Serena got home, she mulled over her decision and finally sent Director Thomas her resignation letter.

She had decided to stay in Alderburg for good, which meant she couldn't return to the restoration center. Better to cut ties quickly than to drag things out.

The instant Director Thomas received news of her resignation, he quickly dialed her number.

"Serena, why on earth are you resigning?"

"I'm sorry, Director. I've let you down. I won't be going back to Northspire," Serena replied.

"This is about that man again, isn't it?" Director Thomas frowned disapprovingly. "Serena, don't be foolish. No man is worth this."

Director Thomas and ended up just apologizing again. "I'm really

you a month's time. If you still want to resign after that, I

truly did want to return to the restoration center. Restoring antiques had

I'll take it as a yes. It's settled then," Director Thomas said, hastily hanging up, likely

but laugh, feeling a mix of emotions. It didn't seem right to call him back, so she

sent her. She knew them by heart, but still, she couldn't resist diving into them once more. Before she knew it, it was already eleven

a habit she picked up from Aaron. He had a sensitive stomach and couldn't handle anything cold, so he always warmed his milk.

No matter how she tried, the gas

on her coat and went downstairs to buy batteries. There was a 24-hour convenience store at the end of her street. She bought the batteries, along with a few

she stepped out of the elevator, Serena was startled to find Aaron standing at her door like a