Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown

Chapter 267

William smiled, his expression indulgent. "Didn't you say you wanted to visit Scandinavia? I happen to have some business over there—a deal that just won't close. I heard the company's owner used to be a watchmaker. You two are bound to have a lot to talk about. Maybe that's the angle we need to finally seal the partnership."

The light in Serena's eyes faded, replaced by a wave of relief.

Of course. William couldn't possibly be interested in her that way.

She'd almost let Gabrielle's wild ideas get to her.

"No problem," Serena replied. "You've helped me so much. It's only right I help you out, too."

William's smile deepened, a warmth flickering in his gaze.

Scandinavia really was the perfect place—if only because Aaron wouldn't be there.

The two of them wandered through the garden until nightfall, enjoying the peace before heading off to their own homes.

For the next two days, Serena stayed in the hospital, not venturing out or letting her mind wander. She didn't bother checking the online drama swirling around her name.

happiest moments were when William came

rarely talked much-he was often working, she was busy reading. The room was quiet, peaceful, and felt

and catch William's handsome profile in the lamplight. The

like this before-but in those dreams, the man beside her was

would come true

next morning, Serena hurried to the TV studio to film the

so she had no choice but to accept his offer. The moment they arrived, a crowd surged out from the

shut the back door behind her,

you and Mr. William

Mr. Grayson who had

Isn't it just an educational show with hardly any ratings? Are you doing it just to chase some

questions came fast

to people twisting the truth about her, but she'd never

she was wondering how handle the onslaught, the driver's door opened and Finn

reporters immediately spotted