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.

"Didn't you say

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

see." Serena tried to hide her disappointment. "Well, when you're back, let

Alderburg together-she realized that was probably

"Deal," William said.

phone into his pocket. He gazed out over the hazy nightscape of Alderburg, brow furrowed

didn't care much for

before anything else, gave the place a thorough cleaning from top to bottom. Only

coming back to work, he could barely contain his excitement. "Wonderful, wonderful! Take it easy today and get some rest. Report to the

"Will do," Serena replied.

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

Northspire was where

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

She smiled to herself.

did

next morning, Serena arrived bright and early

were thrilled to see her. They crowded around,

As soon as you have a minute,

on, Grace-Serena, you've got to come help me first! I've got

too, Serena! Don't forget

after another, they

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

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