Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 149

Serena waited until she heard the footsteps fade away before she finally opened the door and stepped out.

She glanced at herself in the mirror and gave a small smile.

Of course, Aaron and Cynthia would end up getting married.

What was so surprising about that?

Turning on the faucet, she washed her face, waiting for her expression to return to normal before leaving the bathroom.

But she'd barely taken a few steps when a strong hand suddenly grabbed her wrist.

Before she could yelp, she saw that it was Aaron.

A mix of embarrassment and annoyance washed over her as she tried to free herself from Aaron's grip. His hold was like a vice, and he practically dragged her into the backyard before she finally managed to break free.

"Aaron, what are you doing? Have you changed your mind?"

tilted her chin up, forcing her to look

eyes mirrored Serena's angry face, but the fire in his gaze burned even more fiercely than

Serena found it amusing.

he have

voice laced with cold sarcasm. "In just a few days, you've already found someone new. No wonder you were so determined to

Serena's eyes widened slightly.

a company for him because Samuel couldn't stand being second to anyone. How considerate of

slap Aaron. "Aaron, just because you're despicable,

caught her hand. "How am

Cynthia isn't a homewrecker, but how long after our wedding did it take for you to plan another with her? Aaron, if

was marrying Cynthia Lynwood?" Aaron's

told me. I'm

at the smile on Serena's lips, as if it had

was all the answer

what right do you have to question

this and walked past

she paused, remembering something. "And by the way, you don't have the