Burn the Marriage, Keep the Crown novel Chapter 139

Serena's instincts screamed at her to run.

Just as she was about to bolt, she saw Finn stepping out of a car.

"Miss Sullivan, it really is you!" he called out.

He had spotted Serena from a distance but wasn't entirely sure it was her. It wasn't until Mr. Grayson confirmed it was indeed Miss Sullivan that Finn sped up to catch her.

Serena was momentarily taken aback.

She never expected to run into Finn here, of all places.

At that moment, the backseat door of the car swung open.

Serena immediately recognized William sitting inside.

He wore a light blue suit, his eyes, always carrying a gentle smile, gazed deeply at her with an emotion she couldn't quite place.

"Finally found you," he said, his voice as rich and soothing as a cello, cutting through the cold night like a ray of sunshine, dispelling the chill that clung to Serena.

"Hop in."

Serena nodded slightly, almost without hesitation, and climbed into William's car.

The warmth inside was immediate and welcoming.

Serena felt as if she had come back to life.

William watched her, waiting until she had settled before speaking again. "I'm sorry."

Surprised, Serena asked, "Why are you apologizing?"

"If my plans hadn't gone awry, you should have already left Alderburg by now."

"Please, don't say that," Serena replied, meeting William's gentle yet strong gaze. "Without your help, I might still be stuck at Rosewood Gardens."

A faint smile tugged at William's lips. "So, you don't resent me, then?"

"Why would I?" Serena said, cheerfully looking ahead. "Even though I can't leave Alderburg, Aaron has agreed not to see me again. From now on, we're just strangers. It's quite alright. As long as I never have to see him, I can live my life peacefully."

Seeing the happiness on Serena's face, William's lips curved into a smile as well.

His deep, dark eyes seemed to envelop Serena entirely.