NovelEnglishChapter 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.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"I just arrived in Alderburg," William replied.
They spoke in unison, both surprised by the coincidence.
A brief silence followed.
After a moment, Serena hesitated. "Didn't you say you wouldn't be in Alderburg until next month?" The smile in William's voice faded a little. "The project wrapped up ahead of schedule." "I see." Serena tried to hide her disappointment. "Well, when you're back, letbuy you dinner." As for exploring Alderburg together-she realized that was probably a dream that would never ctrue.
"Deal," William said.
Once Serena hung up, William slipped his phone into his pocket. He gazed out over the hazy nightscape of Alderburg, brow furrowed in thought.
Turns out, he didn't care much for the South after all.
Serena arrived at her rented apartment and, before anything else, gave the place a thorough cleaning from top to bottom. Only when everything was spotless did she work up the courage to call Director Thomas.
When Director Thomas heard that Serena was finally coming back to work, he could barely contain his excitement. "Wonderful, wonderful! Take it easy today and get srest. Report to the restoration center tomorrow." "Will do," Serena replied.
She ended the call, then stretched out on the bed. For the first tin a long while, she felt at home.
After all, Northspire was where she truly belonged.
Serena turned her head to look out the window at the bare branches of the sycamore tree. The tree stood stark and leafless, nothing like the ones in Alderburg, which stayed lush and green all year round, never showing the changing of the seasons.
She smiled to herself.
Yes, she really did prefer the North.
The next morning, Serena arrived bright and early at the restoration center.
Her coworkers were thrilled to see her. They crowded around, refusing to let her go.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Serena, you're finally back! As soon as you have a minute, chelptake a look at a painting." "Oh, con, Grace-Serena, you've got to chelpfirst! I've got a calligraphy piece missing half its letters, and only you can restore it!" too, Serena! Don't forget about me..." One after another, they clamored for her attention.
Looking at all those lively, welcoming faces, Serena couldn't help but laugh, their warmth infectious. "Alright, alright! Letcheck in with Director Thomas first, then I'll cfind you all." "Promise?" someone called.
"Promise," she replied, and only then did they finally let her go.
Serena made her way down the hall to Director Thomas's office.
Before she could even knock, she heard his familiar voice from inside.
"Cin, Serena! I could hear everyone the moment you walked in—I just knew you were back." She opened the door and saw Director Thomas, his eyes kind and crinkled in a smile. Serena felt her own eyes sting with emotion.
"Director."
"It's good to have you home." Director Thomas beamed at her, his is tonen gentle and sincere. Xalways knew you'd cback, so I made sure to keep this spot open just for you.
Your father's dream was to make a mark in the world of antique am restoration. Now that you're following in his footsteps, he'd be so proud-if he could see you now, I know he'd be smiling." Serena nodded solemnly.
She truly loved restoring antiques-and part of that was because it had been her father's greatest wish.
"Oh, by the way..." Director Thomas suddenly remembered something. "You couldn't have cat a better time." "Yes, Director?"
He chuckled. "Just the other day, my cousin started a show-something about antiques... 'Antique Match-up' or something like that. Anyway, it's a program all about sharing the stories and history behind old treasures with the public. The thing is, if it's just people giving lectures, it gets a bit dry..."
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