Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 192

Just as the conversation was about to get interesting, Joy pushed open the office door.

Her eyes immediately fell on Aaron, who was half-kneeling on the couch. His shirt was in disarray, the collar open to reveal his well-toned chest.

Near the sink, water was splashed everywhere. The mere sight of it suggested a scene more scandalous than one could imagine, not to mention the palpable tension in the air.

Joy, emboldened by the surprise, exclaimed, "Mr. Vance, what brings you here? Where's Serena?"

Aaron lifted his gaze slowly, just in time to see Samuel and Rock entering the

room.

The moment they took in Aaron's position, their expressions changed dramatically.

They stood frozen, unsure whether to advance or retreat.

With a slight smirk, Aaron rose from the couch. "Serena? What about her?"

"I just saw Serena..." Joy hurried over to the couch, only to find it empty. She was dumbfounded. "How can this be? I was sure..."

deliberate grace, though there was an edge to his movements

Terrified, she fell silent.

she was certain! She had seen Serena follow Aaron

the room. It was spacious yet offered no

Serena

gaze shifted between Aaron and Joy,

isn't here, let's look elsewhere," he suggested, leading the way out of the

Rock followed suit.

to leave, her mind

initial plan-sabotaged by Yvonne's unexpected

had

special. The coffee shop was run by a friend, making the

coffee personally. Serena

to plan. Aaron had received the note and brought Serena into the

So why...?

broke

to see him standing in the sunlight, his expression