Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 245

She opened her eyes and found a necklace resting in her palm.

At its center hung a delicate silver star, softly glowing.

It reminded her of fireflies on a summer night.

Serena glanced down at William. "What's this?"

"It's called the Guardian's Star," William replied. "I came across it by chance on a recent business trip abroad. The shop owner told me it was designed by a father who lost his daughter. The star represents a loved one who's gone. He hoped people who'd suffered the same loss could draw strength from it—find the courage to move forward."

His gaze was gentle, steady.

"As soon as I heard the story, I thought of you. So I bought it. Do you like it?"

Serena closed her fingers around the necklace.

The metal was cold against her skin, but somehow, she felt warmth spreading through her chest.

Since her father's death, she hadn't received a gift that truly meant something. Aaron's gifts were always chosen by Victor-never anything she actually wanted.

else, they didn't know her well enough. Their gifts were just

it. Thank you," Serena

tugged at

his expression grew

going

could see through

you need to do is

nodded. “It is. This is Giles's home turf.

the tangle in her heart unraveled. Everything became

She squeezed it in her hand, feeling its warmth. "I really do love

nodded. "Let's

"Okay."

the study and

felt much more at

say exactly what you just said. Leave the

"Alright." Serena finally relaxed.

William left Giles's house-he'd

buried in case files. It was clear he was determined

William drove Serena home.