Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 186

Chapter 187

Serena's gaze was fixed intently on Aaron. She was curious to see what pearls of wisdom-or nonsense-would spill from his lips.

"There's an old saying," Aaron began, a faint smile flickering before vanishing like mist, "that you can never truly know someone's heart. I'm no detective. How am I supposed to know if she stole the earrings?"

The crowd exchanged puzzled glances, unsure of Aaron's implications.

Samuel, however, was annoyed. "Mr. Vance, surely you know what kind of person Serena is?"

Aaron's expression darkened instantly.

After a brief pause, he let out a mocking laugh. "Are you trying to teach me how to do my job?"

"I..."

Aaron raised his voice slightly, drowning out Samuel's words. "Everyone, leave."

The principal was eager to pass the buck and quickly chimed in, "Yes, yes, let's all step outside."

as she watched Aaron, but she had no choice but

only Serena, Aaron, and Samuel

eyes fixed on Aaron like a predator ready to pounce. His gaze was gentle, yet there was an

a sidelong

silent threat

a deep breath, she spoke softly, "Samuel, please,

"Serena..."

on, I'll

but reluctantly exited

do you want to say to me?" Serena asked, sitting down

reflected in the mirror, like

closed her eyes slightly.

the words he wanted to say seemed to stick in his throat, ultimately

had asked Frederick

had long forgotten the incident and couldn't recall

three years ago, it didn't change the

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