Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown novel Chapter 113

"Actually, that day at city hall, we..."

"Mr. Grayson!" Finn appeared with a phone, interrupting William. "There's a call for you from the elder Mr. Grayson."

William took the phone and saw the familiar, loving face on the screen.

"Grandfather."

Patriarch Grayson smiled warmly. "Did the restoration expert deliver the vase yet?"

As he spoke, his aged eyes suddenly brightened, focusing on something behind William. "William, who's that young lady behind you? Aren't you going to introduce her to your grandfather? Is she the reason you've been staying in Alderburg for so long?"

William cleared his throat gently. "Grandfather, this is Miss Serena, the restoration expert who repaired your vase."

At William's gesture, Finn lifted the phone slightly to focus on Serena's face.

Upon seeing Serena, the elder's eyes twinkled with joy. "Serena, you're Xander Sullivan's daughter, aren't you?"

Serena nodded. "You knew my father?"

"Your father was a top-notch antique collector. Anyone in the antique world knew him. Our family arranged a marriage alliance with the Brooks family because of your father's influence, but when he passed away suddenly..."

Serena's eyes dimmed slightly.

Noticing her reaction, William took the phone back. "Grandfather, Serena has already restored the vase. We haven't had the chance to see it yet. Shall we go back and have a look together?"

"Sure."

The three of them returned to the living room.

Finn opened the box Serena had brought, revealing the vase, which showed no traces of its previous damage. William's deep eyes flickered with admiration.

Even through the screen, the elder's eyes widened in surprise. "Incredible! It's truly restored! Serena, how did you manage this?"

The elder wasn't just being polite; he was genuinely curious.

Understanding this, Serena didn't hold back and explained the restoration process in detail.

William listened from the side, his lips curving into a slight smile.

Over at Rosewood Gardens, Aaron pushed open the car door but didn't get out immediately. Instead, he rubbed his temples forcefully.

The process of sending Cynthia Lynwood off had not been smooth.

Olivia couldn’t provide an answer.

Aaron frowned. "Call the driver and have him bring Serena back."

Olivia hesitated. "Miss Sullivan didn’t take the family car; she used a taxi."

Aaron’s expression changed. "You can go now."

Olivia retreated.

Aaron dialed Victor's number. "Find out where Serena is."

Victor, who had just finished dealing with Cynthia Lynwood, sighed.

...

At the hotel, Serena and the elder Grayson were engrossed in conversation, feeling as if they had been long-lost friends finally reunited.

William, left to the side, watched Serena chat animatedly for over three hours. He smiled and gently reminded, "Grandfather, it's time for your medication."

Patriarch Grayson glanced at the time and chuckled. "It's already past six. I got so caught up that I forgot the time. Serena, I hope you don't mind?"