Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 179

It was finally the day of the university's anniversary celebration.

"You seem particularly happy today," Samuel remarked as he picked up Serena, noticing a distinct difference in her demeanor compared to usual. She seemed to have regained the vibrant optimism she had during their college days.

Serena stretched lazily, "Yes, I am." Ever since she had learned the truth from Dr. Owens, she had been eagerly looking forward to this day. After the celebration, she had a special surprise planned for Aaron.

"What's the good news? Care to share?" Samuel inquired.

"You'll find out soon enough," Serena replied with a mischievous smile.

"Alright, I'll wait then," Samuel said, realizing Serena wasn't ready to divulge more, so he dropped the subject.

been on the invitation list, though he discovered the invite in his junk mail only days before. "Serena! Sam!" Joy spotted them immediately, jogging over to greet them, with Rock trailing behind. He was there because Joy had mentioned Serena would be attending. Since their last encounter, he found thoughts of Serena consuming him, like an unstoppable wildfire. Yet he had no reason to see her again until now. Knowing she'd be at the anniversary, he

noticed Samuel eyeing him warily, likely suspecting him of betraying Serena.

Rock's demeanor seemed genuine. If not him... Samuel's gaze shifted to Joy, who was smiling radiantly. A chill ran

to me?" Joy asked, puzzled as she caught Samuel staring

he mumbled, suddenly realizing Serena had

"She went to take

shade of a tree, speaking on her phone. The call was from

Bella, after a period of quiet, had resurfaced with a lawyer and threatened

our lawyer. Unless they can hire a top attorney, they won't succeed. I called to let you

it, thank you,

on your end. Are you at an event? I won't keep you," Director