Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 206

Chapter 207

But really, there was no need anymore.

After all, if Aaron could accept that Cynthia Lynwood had killed someone, what else could possibly shock him?

Serena tossed the flash drive into a nearby trash can, then strode out of the airport, her steps quick and determined.

From this moment on, no matter how far the road or how high the mountains, she and Aaron—and Cynthia Lynwood-were finished. Their stories would never

intertwine again.

Serena had barely climbed into her cab when her phone rang.

It was William Grayson calling.

She answered.

"I'm back in Northspire," she said.

"I just arrived in Alderburg," William replied.

They spoke in unison, both surprised by the coincidence.

A brief silence followed.

hesitated. "Didn't you say you wouldn't be in

smile in William's voice faded a little. "The project

disappointment. "Well, when you're back,

Alderburg together-she realized that was probably a dream that would never come

"Deal," William said.

He gazed out over the

out, he didn't care much for the South

the place a thorough cleaning from top to bottom. Only when everything was spotless did she

back to work, he could barely contain his excitement. "Wonderful,

"Will do," Serena replied.

on the bed. For the first time in a long while, she felt

Northspire was where she

window at the bare branches of the sycamore tree. The tree stood stark and leafless, nothing like the ones in Alderburg, which

She smiled to herself.

really did

bright

coworkers were thrilled to see her. They crowded around, refusing

you're finally back! As soon as you have a minute, come help

you've got to come help me first! I've got a calligraphy piece missing half its letters, and only you can restore

Serena! Don't forget

they clamored

at all those lively, welcoming faces, Serena couldn't help but laugh, their warmth infectious. "Alright, alright! Let me check in with Director Thomas

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