Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 190

Serena took a deep breath and remarked, "Yes, it's much better than in our day."

As she spoke, her eyes drifted to the stage where Rock was standing. His confident demeanor, the way he carried himself, reminded her of Aaron from years ago.

In the audience, Cynthia Lynwood watched Rock and murmured, "Doesn't that student look familiar? Oh, wasn't he the one standing next to Serena when we got out of the car? Serena really has a knack for attracting admirers..."

Aaron glanced at Cynthia with a cold expression before turning his attention back to Rock on stage, his gaze unreadable.

After a few minutes, Rock's speech concluded. He descended from the stage and walked straight to Serena. "So, Serena, how did I do?"

He didn't care about anyone else's opinion, but Serena's mattered a great deal to him.

"You did wonderfully!" Serena replied sincerely. "Your speech was well-paced and fluid, and most importantly, your perspective was unique. It's rare to have such insight at your age."

you for the compliment, Serena." Rock smiled,

eyes fell on Serena's half- empty cup of

to

stood up, "It's my

on up!" Samuel

at Rock, hoping for some encouragement from him. However, Rock was focused on Serena, offering no acknowledgment. Disheartened, Joy made her way to the

gone, Rock took the opportunity to speak to

but a sudden heat surged from her stomach to her heart, causing it to

see some of your work? I've always been curious about how restorers do their magic. Serena, could you give me a chance?"

Rock one of those charming,

"There are plenty of videos online about antique restoration. Why don't

Samuel returned it with a hint of

the silent tension between the two. All she could feel