Chapter 11

Faced with Charlotte's questioning, Serena barely flinched. She leaned casually against the door, blocking Charlotte's view with her body and throwing a sly smile towards the bathroom.

"He's still soaking in the tub. Need something?" Serena asked, her tone dripping with nonchalance.

Charlotte wobbled, almost losing her balance, her heart aching with bitterness. 'In the bathtub, their wet bodies... Frederick, are you really that eager to bring her home?'

They weren't even officially divorced, but he had already brought Serena home, and even they had sex in her bathtub.

Seeing Serena standing barefoot on the carpet she had picked out, wearing her silk nightgown, Charlotte felt like the biggest fool in the world. She had actually worried about being forced into a sexual encounter if she went into the bedroom to find Frederick. But Frederick already had a new lover.

"Ms. Russell, if you have something to say, you can tell me first. I'll pass it on to Frederick," Serena said, blinking her big, innocent eyes at her.

Charlotte's throat tightened, the bitterness almost choking her. She was silent for a moment before finding her voice again. "No need to trouble you. I'll talk to him when he's free," "You! How dare you insult me?" Serena's face twisted with rage as she wanted to tear Charlotte apart."Did I insult you? I didn't mention your name. Are you admitting it?"Charlotte, having gained the upper hand, felt a bit better. She met Serena's murderous gaze and left the villa. turned her head away, disgusted.

"Ms. Russell, I'll be direct. You and Frederick have already signed the divorce agreement, so technically, you're already separated. I will be his future wife," Serena said, her tone calm and composed.

Charlotte re-evaluated her. Serena, who always appeared weak and helpless in front of Frederick, was now speaking with a calm, composed,and calculating demeanor. Perhaps this was the real Serena.

Charlotte didn't want to get tangled up with her. "Just spit it out; no need to show off."

"Alright, I'll be direct," Serena sneered. "I hope you stay away from Frederick and never appear in our sight again. Don't use any pretext to approach him, as it will cause trouble between us."

She added, "Especially in situations like tonight,it's really easy for me to misunderstand that you're here to offer yourself, which is really cheap."

Serena finished with a mocking smile. Charlotte's anger flared, but she smiled brightly.

"When it comes to being cheap, I can't compare with someone. After all, I wouldn't move into a man's house and wear his wife's bathrobe before he's divorced," Charlotte retorted. As she was leaving, Charlotte glanced back towards the bedroom.

They had been arguing so loudly, yet Frederick hadn't come out. 'What a heartless man, Charlotte thought as she left.

Just as she was leaving, Frederick emerged from the study at the far end of the second floor. He took off his headphones, looking around in confusion. During his video meeting, he had vaguely heard Charlotte's voice. He originally thought it was impossible, but after the meeting,he couldn't help but come out to check.

"Frederick, are you done?" Serena asked, feeling a bit nervous. Luckily,Frederick came out late, or, he would have seen her earlier demeanor.

"Serena, why are you in thisroom?" Frederick asked,puzzled.

"I don't like the guest room. I prefer this bedroom," Serena pouted, trying to rub her chest against Frederick's arm. Frederick felt slightly uncomfortable and avoided her, asking, "I thought I heárd you talking to someone. Did someone come by?" For some reason, he hoped it was Charlotte.

Serena immediately denied, "No, I was just talking to the butler."The butler,standing downstairs, was stunned but could only nod in agreement.Serena would be Frederick's new wife, and he couldn't offend her. Frederick frowned slightly. He felt something was off with their reactions but couldn't pinpoint what. He checked his phone and saw a missed call from Charlotte. Frederick's eyeslit up, but he suppressed his excitement.saying,"If you like it here, you can stay. I'll sleep in the study for now.Get to bed early, and call me if you need anything." He quickly turned to leave. "Frederick!" Serena called out anxiously but could only wwatch as Frederick returned to the study. She stomped her foot in frustration, cursing Charlotte in her heart. That damn Charlotte!'

If it weren't for Charlotte's sudden appearance, she would have already prepared and confidently seduced Frederick. But now Frederick had returned to the study, making her efforts to leave the hospital pointless.Damn it!

Meanwhile, Frederick returned to the study and immediately called Charlotte back. He cleared his throat, trying to make his voice deeper. But after a long time with no answer, Frederick's patience wore thin. After two unanswered calls, Frederick irritably threw his phone aside. What did Charlotte mean? She had contacted him first, and when he kindly called back,she didn't answer. How dare she play him!

Just as Frederick was getting agitated, the study lights suddenly went out,plunging the room into darkness. Frederick frowned, about to stand up,when the study door opened. Light from outside streamed into the dim study,revealing only the silhouette of the person at the door.

Serena stood against the light, slowly removing her robe, leaving only a slip dress clinging to her body, her silhouette alluring.

Frederick then noticed Serena was wearing Charlotte's clothes. The slip dress under the silk robe was Charlotte's favorite. Whenever Charlotte wore it, it always aroused his sexual desire,making him unable to resist. But the same dress on Serena failed to highlight her curves, making her look like a schoolgirl, devoid of any allure.