Ch. 121..125: Inherit Billions Chapter 121-125
Chapter 121
The Fugitive
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The letter was mainly for Seraphina to clear up false rumours circulating online. Simultaneously, Orion expressed regret for neglecting their marriage and Seraphina's needs.
In an instant, the internet was abuzz again.
"The Drosses have yielded. Seraphina, well done!"
"Seriously, the Droses are such idiots, Who cheats on such a wonderful woman?"
"The apology from Drosses seems insincere. If Seraphina wasn't the heiress of the Crosses, an ordinary family would never see this apology in their lifetime."
At Cross Group.
In the conference room, Emeris lounged lazily in his chair, leaving the meeting in Sivir's capable hands.
Sivir made a few opening remarks before introducing Seraphina.
"As everyone is aware, Seraphina is both a Crosses member and my sister." She is now also the largest shareholder in Cross Group.
"I formally announce that Seraphina will be taking over as CEO of Cross Group. I trust there are no objections."
The largest shareholder!
No one present held enough shares to challenge Seraphina; of course, there were no objections.
In hindsight, it was a relief they hadn't sided with Kris, or they wouldn't be sitting here.
Everyone felt a sense of relief, as if they had narrowly escaped disaster!
"Congratulations, Ms. Cross!"
Everyone began clapping and welcoming Seraphina.
The way people addressed her had changed from Seraphina to Ms. Cross. Seraphina smiled, pleased with Sivir's arrangements. Her position was solidified. However, it didn't conflict with Sivir's; he still held substantial influence.
Seraphina's responsibilities are simply more extensive now.
No matter what, Seraphina is now the dominant CEO!
Leaving the conference room, Thomas approached her and handed over her phone. He reported, "Ms. Cross, Dros Group just released an apology letter." Seraphina raised an eyebrow. So soon?
Given Ramona's temper, she thought he would drag this out for at least ten days or so.
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A few words clarified her name, and she officially commented on the marriage without any warmth or
emotion.
Clearly, it was Orion's doing.
"Do we need to respond?"
Seraphina glanced at Thomas and said, "No, no need to make any further statements."
"Understood. Additionally, Giant Group has started selecting research plans. According to Mr. Denter, Giant Group wants a tripartite collaboration until they finalise the plan.
"Once the product launches, they aim to announce the good news to the world and secure maximum influence.
Seraphina nodded, feeling invigorated at the thought of the Giant Group project. It was her first major undertaking, and she would cherish it like her own child.
Thomas hesitated and said, "However, the research personnel suggested last time has yet to be finalized. Should we release a recruitment notice to scout promising talents from the universities?"
Seraphina smiled and said, "It's okay; I have someone in mind."
She walked briskly, glancing back at Thomas. "My brother will undoubtedly assign me many tasks in the coming days. Turn it down as much as you can. I want to personally supervise the Giant Group project and be involved in finalising the plan." If Dros Group managed to snatch the lead, wouldn't that be dull?
Regarding the group's interests, she wouldn't compromise an inch.
Thomas didn't dare to protest, and he said, "Understood. We are distributing the gifts you have prepared. Do you need to go over the specific list?"
Seraphina shook her head and said, "Just handle as you see fit."
After all, she was just spending money.
Thomas hesitated again before he said, "Additionally, some unfamiliar faces showed up in the company recently."
""Journalists?"
"Not all. We found a few fugitives through the police system."
Seraphina stopped, looked at the list Thomas handed over, and smirked coldly.
"Interesting!"
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Chapter 122
Teaching Her a Lesson
The Wanted Criminal...
Though she knew that revealing her identity would bring trouble, Seraphina never expected it to come so swiftly.
When Thomas noticed the solemnity on Seraphina's face, he reassured her, "Don't worry, Seraphina. Security has apprehended all the identified criminals. We've extracted some important information from them." "What is it?" Seraphina asked.
Thomas paused before continuing, "A few of them confessed that they were instructed by someone to harm you."
"Did they mention who?" Seraphina pressed.
"It was Jessica Yancy," Thomas revealed.
Seraphina showed a hint of surprise when she heard the name.
She had assumed her enemies were either international criminals or business rivals of the Crosses.
Seraphina hadn't expected it to be this woman.
Curiosity piqued, and Seraphina started to question Jessica's intelligence.
When she learnt the identity of the mastermind, Seraphina's interest waned. She said, "If it's her, there's no need to worry." "What should we do next?" Thomas asked.
"Teach her a lesson; make sure she remembers it," Seraphina instructed.
"Understood."
With Emeris and Sivir's arrival, Justin felt awkward staying at Seraphina's place. However, he didn't want to live with his father.
As per Justin's words, "That old man is biassed against me. He can't stand seeing his son relax at home."
If Justin stayed with Emeris, he could already envision himself receiving criticism six times a day-once before each meal as an appetiser and once after each meal as a post-dining exercise. After much pleading from Justin, Seraphina agreed to help him buy a new house.
She set aside some time and arranged to visit a real estate office with Olivia.
As they approached a sales office, the two stopped.
Olivia, puzzled, asked, "Does your family need more houses? The Cross Group has so many properties.
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Seraphina shook her head and said, "No, those properties are too popular. The surroundings will be noisy. and Justin won't like that."
The building's interior was elegant and quiet-quite high-end.
"This is a Dros Group property. Has Ms. Cross come to the wrong place?*
A familiar, sinister voice sounded from behind them.
Seraphina turned around, meeting Julia's gaze.
"Oh, Julia?"
Seraphina raised an eyebrow and smiled. She said, "Even better, I want a Dros property."
"You're not welcome here. Get out!"
Julia said it bluntly, her expression changing rapidly and leaving everyone dumbfounded.
If it weren't for Seraphina, would she have fallen from being a high-level executive in a listed company to a sales agent?
Her peers in the industry had suppressed her because of her tarnished reputation.
Compared to her previous life, this was a world of difference.
Olivia chuckled coldly from the side and ridiculed, "Did I hear that right? You want us to leave?"
"That's right, get out! We don't do business with people like you!"
Julia's arrogance knew no bounds.
Seraphina calmly took out her phone and made a call.
Complaining? Anyone could do that.
Shortly after hearing the commotion, a competent female sales manager approached. She recognised Seraphina and was slightly stunned.
She was shocked. If she wasn't mistaken, this was the president of the Cross Group?
"Sorry for the trouble. I have no idea what has happened here. Is there anything I can help with?" She asked, trying to stay composed.
Olivia tilted her chin upward and asked disdainfully, "Is she one of your employees?"
The sales manager glanced at Julia and patiently explained.
Julia is indeed one of our employees. She studied abroad and is very knowledgeable. Despite her wealthy family, she ventured out on her own and was quite friendly. Her performance is usually excellent, and she's quite popular. Did she provide poor service in any way?"
Chapter 123
Get Her Fired Twice
As the sales manager introduced the products, Seraphina's gaze grew meaningful. Julia's expression shifted momentarily before she smiled nonchalantly.
"Manager, there was a bit of a misunderstanding just now. Let me handle their reception," Julia said, trying to maintain her composure.
Seraphina smiled and played a recording from her phone. She amplified the sound so the entire floor could hear it clearly.
"You're not welcome here. Get out!"
"That's right, get out! We don't do business with people like you!"
Julia's face turned ashen. The sales manager turned to her and made a swift decision..
"Julia, you're fired!"
Julia looked at the sales manager, panic evident on her face.
She argued, "She's from the Cross Group, Seraphina Cross. She must have ulterior motives coming here, I ... "
"Shut up, Julia. The customer who comes here is always the king!
"Pack your things and leave immediately!"
Her sales manager scolded her.
"Why?"
Julia asked with a defiant tone.
"Because I'm the king."
Seraphina feigned a smile and asked, "Julia? Since when did you become a rich girl who graduated from abroad?"
Everything the sales manager had said about her did not match Julia.
Seraphina looked up. With a mocking expression, she was lazily glancing at Julia.
Julia's expression hardened for a moment. Her gaze was icy as she stared at Seraphina with a gloomy expression and a tone filled with resentment.
The security guards had arrived. If Julia refused to leave, they would 'escort' her out.
Seraphina smiled and casually clasped her fingers together, resting her chin on them. Her delicate, beautiful face showed an innocent yet charming smile. Show me the attitude.
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Did Julia even deserve to do that?
The silence permeated the Dros Group's office.
Chapter 124
A Lesson for Jessica?
Orion walked towards Seraphina. His magnetic voice cut through the tension.
"Have you made your choice?"
Seraphina could feel the intense voice.
on her back without having to turn around when she heard his
The surrounding chatter seemed to quieten down.
The air between them grew thick with tension. The sales manager cleared her throat and tried to ease the atmosphere.
She proposed, "Mr. Dros is here. We're all acquaintances. How about a special discount?"
Seraphina let out a fake smile and scoffed. She said, "I don't know him well. No need for a discount."
The atmosphere grew even more strained.
Seraphina lifted her head, meeting Orion's stern gaze with unwavering defiance.
"Does Mr. Dros personally attend to every customer who comes to buy a house here?"
Why should I receive special treatment?
I seriously didn't want to see Orion.
"You're different, Seraphina," Orion said, his voice deep and calm.
"How so?"
Seraphina's voice was icy, and her eyebrows arched in challenge.
Was it because she was now the president of Cross Group?
Did that warrant this personal attention from Orion? Was this supposed to be a privilege?
"You're my ex-wife, which makes you different from others," Orion said, his tone neutral, though the words 'ex-wife' left a bitter taste in his mouth.
He couldn't quite explain where that was coming from.
"Which house do you prefer? I'll gift it to you," he offered.
Orion recalled the scene at the HERS show, where Seraphina brazenly asked Justin for a yacht. That moment had been particularly jarring.
He had never given her anything substantial.
Perhaps if she accepted his gift now, it would ease his conscience.
Seraphina chuckled lightly, as if she had heard a funny joke.
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A Lesson for Jessica?
"Give it to me? Mr. Dros, you are very generous. Are you always so generous with all of your exes?"
Orion's brows furrowed. He was about to retort, but Seraphina cut him off.
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"You acknowledge the term 'ex-wife' which means we have nothing to do with each other. I see no reason to accept your gift. I wouldn't want your family to accuse me of vanity later." Turning to the sales manager, she said, "Sign the contract. Swipe my card. I'll pay in full."
She wasn't about to bend to Orion's whims for money.
Seraphina would never touch a penny of the Droses wealth.
The sales manager hesitated. She looked at Orion, whose frown deepened. She was eager to make the sale, but would the boss approve?
Ken gave her a discreet look. The sales manager understood the hint and promptly left to proceed with the
sale.
Just as Orion was about to speak, his phone rang. He answered, listening intently as the caller spoke urgently. "Orion, it's bad. Jessica was in a car accident. She's lost a lot of blood and is in the hospital."
Given the close proximity, Seraphina heard every word clearly.
Jessica's name always made her alert.
Orion squinted his eyes. He instinctively frowned, a mix of irritation and concern darkening his features.
"Alright, I'm on my way," he said, hanging up and fixing his gaze on Seraphina. He explained, "She's been in an accident."
He knew she had overheard the conversation.
Seraphina was shocked, initially suspecting Thomas might be involved.
She quickly dismissed the thought. She had instructed Thomas to teach Jessica a lesson, but she hadn't intended for her to die. If Thomas wanted someone dead, he wouldn't choose this moment or use such a crude method.
With a nonchalant shrug, Seraphina rebuked, "What does her accident have to do with me? Telling me won't make her recover. Maybe she'll be fine by the time you get there."
Orion's face froze as she continued, "She's losing a lot of blood and might need a blood donor. The two of you have the same blood type."
Chapter 125
It's Seraphina's Fault
Orion instantly transported Seraphina back to the days when he forced her to donate a kidney to Jessica. Enraged, she spat, "Luckily, I didn't take your offer to receive the house. Otherwise, I would have had to donate the blood. Let Ms. Yancy have the house. Bless her, and may she live well. Hopefully, Mr. Dros, you won't become a widower before you've even tied the knot." She spoke through gritted teeth and stormed off towards the sales manager.
Orion stared at her retreating figure, his face tense and ashen.
"Mr. Dros, we need to go."
Even Ken had received a call urging them to go to the hospital.
Upon arriving at the hospital, they found Hannah cowering in a corner outside Lucius's room. She was trembling in fear.
""What happened?"
Orion's voice was icy.
Lucius pointed to Hannah and said, "Let her explain."
Hannah was sobbing uncontrollably. Under Orion's menacing gaze, she finally broke down and screamed.
"It has nothing to do with me! It's Seraphina's fault! She forced Jessica to do it!"
Orion's expression turned colder. He asked, "What nonsense are you spouting?"
He had been with Seraphina just a few moments ago. She knew nothing of Jessica's accident, so how could she be involved?
Orion didn't believe a word of it.
Hannah cried even harder.
"It's true! Jessica said everything happened because of Seraphina. She hates our family. Jessica thought that if she died, Seraphina wouldn't go after our family anymore. That's why she ran into the street. Isn't that Seraphina's fault?"
He covered his face and said nothing. Lucius patted Orion's shoulder wearily and sighed.
"It's not that I'm not firm in my stance. In this case, Seraphina is clearly being wronged."
Seraphina's grudge was with Orion. Jessica was overthinking and imagined herself as Seraphina's enemy.
The usually poised and dignified Jessica had turned into this.
She was such a drama queen.
Lucius sighed and walked away.
Hannah continued to curse Seraphina. She didn't do that purely for Jessica.
It's Seraphina's Fault
She hated Seraphina for becoming the heiress of the Cross Group and soaring in social standing overnight.
And her?
Their roles had completely reversed, leaving Hannah as the most insignificant one.
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Her whole family treated her coldly, and they had cut off her allowance. It all happened because Seraphina took away the smoking pipe. Seraphina had messed up her life completely!
"Shut up!" Orion chided harshly.
Hannah covered her face. She left while crying, "All of you are bullying me!"
Orion stood at the door. His expression was grim. Inside the room, Jessica lay on the hospital bed with a pale face, but she remained serene. Ken had asked around and hurriedly arrived with news.
"Mr. Dros, the hospital has enough Rh-negative blood. Ms. Yancy is not in any danger."
Orion's mind flashed back to what Seraphina had said.
"Maybe she'll be fine by the time you get there."
Jessica's face was pale as she rested, but her eyes lit up when she saw him.
"Orion, I wish I could die. If I did, I wouldn't drag you down. This business with Seraphina must be stressing you out. She's going too far!"
Orion stood there and remained indifferent. His eyes were cold and distant.
"Cruel?" he asked nonchalantly. "She almost lost a kidney because of you. Do you think she's going too far?"
Jessica's face turned pale. She quickly explained.
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"No, that's not what I meant. I was joking back then. ver really wanted her kidney. And she hid her identity; who knows what her intentions were?"
Orion shot a glance at her impassively.
"So? How does her hidden identity concern you?"
Besides, it was Emeris who kicked Jessica out for showing up uninvited.
Seraphina hadn't done anything to Jessica.
Orion stood there with a cold expression on his face. A deep irritation was gnawing at his chest, and he
couldn't shake it off.
A hint of stillness crossed his cold eyes; his tone was icy and his words left no room for doubt.
"After we visit Inline's parents you should return to Prica The environment there is good for your
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recovery. Once you're better. I'll help you find a job so you can live independently as soon as possible." It's Seraphina's Fault