Ch. 386..390: Inherit Billions Chapter 386-390
Chapter 385 Have They Gotten This Far Already?
She recognized that man as Orion.
His profile was sharp, exuding a nonchalant and rebellious aura.
Seraphina parked her car in the adjacent space.
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She stepped out, holding the gift little Dani had given her. The moment she closed the door, a strong arm wrapped around her from behind, pulling her into a cold, possessive embrace. Seraphina momentarily froze as the scent of tobacco and something darker-a sense of dominance-lingered in the air.
"Let go," she warned, her voice sharp.
But unlike before, Orion didn't release her. Instead, he tightened his grip.
His voice was low and icy, barely concealing the storm beneath. "Who were you having dinner with?"
Orion was in turmoil. The fear of truly losing her gnawed at him.
Seraphina frowned and tried to maintain her calm. Orion turned her around, forcing her to face him. The two were now standing dangerously close, close enough to breach the usual boundaries of their relationship.
Chapter 386 You Are Mine
Seraphina studied Orion with cool, penetrating eyes, trying to figure out what was wrong, but she couldn't see anything out of place. He hadn't been drinking.
She answered his question calmly, "This has nothing to do with you. I don't owe you any explanations, do
1?"
Orion squinted his eyes and smiled. A cold, dark look passed through his narrow eyes.
He already knew the answer but still wanted to hear that name from her, torturing himself like some kind of self-punishment.
"Where is it?" Seraphina reminded him.
"What are you talking about?"
"You're messing with me!" she snapped.
Orion chuckled softly. He just made up an excuse to get her off the dinner table. He hadn't expected her to take over an hour to show up.
His patience gradually dwindled, yet he remained steadfast in his waiting.
He grabbed a random USB drive from his car and slipped it into Seraphina's bag.
She tried to push him away, but Orion stood firm as a rock, unmoving. His dark eyes locked onto hers, unrelenting.
They stared at each other in silence for what felt like some time, but neither backed down.
Seraphina suddenly realized this was the real Orion.
His earlier compromises had only been part of his strategy.
Orion caught a glimpse of the deep blue gift box that Seraphina was gripping tightly. He felt a sharp pain in his chest, like a needle stabbing his heart. Without hesitation, he snatched the box and opened it.
Inside lay a beautifully crafted golden chrysanthemum, delicate and stunning.
He didn't need to guess. He knew exactly who had given her this gift.
Seraphina frowned and reached out to take it back.
Orion sneered coldly, raising his hand, and threw it firmly into the nearby trash can.
"Some gifts aren't worth keeping, so I get rid of them for you. I'll get you something better," he said, his voice calm, though his eyes barely held back a storm. Seraphina stared at him for a long moment. Finally, she said in a cold voice, "Go pick it up."
Chapter 386 You Are Mine
Orion smiled, his arm wrapping around her waist and pulling her closer.
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"Seraphina, I want to sleep with you," he whispered, his voice soft as the wind, but his words still landed clear in her cars.
He wanted to claim her, piece by piece, as she took over his heart.
It was despicable, but it worked.
Seraphina's expression shifted slightly as she raised her head to look at him.
The dim light made his face appear cold, and he wasn't joking.
His dark eyes revealed everything-his thoughts about her were obvious.
Orion continued to smile faintly, his hand resting on her waist, gently caressing the small of her back, making his intentions clear.
He was trying to elicit some kind of physical response from her.
Seraphina's face remained emotionless as she stared at him. "Pick it up."
"That's not happening," Orion laughed lightly.
He should go fetch the gift Wilson had given her from the trash?
In his dreams!
No sooner had he spoken than Seraphina suddenly grabbed his hand and twisted it to the side. Orion was unprepared for her sudden attack and nearly had his arm snapped. But a second later, his strength took control, giving him the advantage.
He pressed his arm down, trembling slightly from the force she had just used. She really didn't hold back!
With an icy gaze, Seraphina raised her leg to aim a kick at a particularly sensitive area of his body. Orion had anticipated her move. He tried to grab her leg and hold her still.
But Seraphina quickly pulled back right in time, surprising him by yanking his tie and pulling him closer. Orion didn't see that coming.
His eyes locked onto her beautiful lips. She wasn't wearing any messy lipstick, but her lips looked soft and inviting, like ripe peaches.
He wanted to taste them.
Just as he leaned down...
To his shock, Seraphina kicked him hard, right in the shin.
Orion stumbled back a few steps, staring at her in disbelief.
Her expression was cold. Without saying another word, she turned to leave.
A vein throbbed on Orion's forehead as he stenned forward orahhing her wrist tightly
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"Seraphina, you said we could forget the past. Why won't you give me a chance? You were able to accept Wilson, so why do you keep pushing me away?" Seraphina cocked her head and gazed at him calmly. "Do you think you can even compare to Wilson?"
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Chapter 387 The Possibility of Remarriage
Orion stood frozen, his entire body tense.
Was she angry because he had thrown away that awful gift, or was it because of his clumsy attempt to confess his feelings?
He clenched his jaw and remained silent. His grip tightening around her wrist.
"Have you made up your mind to be with him?" He asked, his voice barely above a whisper.
Seraphina looked at him for a moment before replying "Yeah."
He could hear the sound of his heart shattered into pieces.
"So, you've introduced him to your family?" Orion questioned.
"Yeah," she repeated calmly.
"You're planning to marry him?" His voice grew colder, heavier with each word.
Seraphina looked at him and smiled slightly. She admitted, "Yeah."
Orion's face darkened further, his eyes raging with emotion as his hand trembled against her wrist.
Their silence suffocated him, and the air chill bit his skin.
He felt as though his whole body was freezing over, the cold sinking deep into his bones, numbing him completely.
Orion could accept punishment for his mistakes, but losing Seraphina was a consequence he couldn't bear.
His voice was raw as he finally spoke, "Seraphina, even people who've been to prison are given second chances. Am I not worth even that in your eyes?" His voice was incredibly low. Red streaked Orion's dark, deep-set eyes, the corners tinged with a raw flush.
His chest ached violently, like he'd shattered his own heart with his own hands.
Though her answer wasn't what he wanted, he needed to hear it.
The wind blew gently, cool and indifferent, just like her voice. "Yes."
At that moment, his world crumbled.
Bit by bit, the weight pressed down on him, making it difficult to breathe. There was no hope in sight, and even drawing a breath felt like an impossible task. The air was thick with stillness.
She thought he would lose control, lash out, or do something reckless. Even if he got his way with her, Seraphina knew she would never forgive him. Once bitten, why forgive the bite?
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Surprisingly, she pulled her wrist free with barely a struggle.
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Seraphina immediately turned; she scanned her face at the digital lock at the door. In one swift motion, she entered and shut the door behind her. Leaning against the door, she exhaled slowly, her palms damp with sweat.
She hadn't turned on the lights.
Through the window, she watched him. He was walking back to his car, limping, the old injury in his right leg flaring up where she had kicked him. Seraphina's breath hitched. Suddenly, her heart clenched, a sharp pain stabbing through her chest for just
a moment.
Did she feel sorry for him?
No.
He deserved it.
She had long since moved on from the past. But what had he said today?
He wanted to sleep with her.
Because she had been spending time with Wilson, Orion thought marking her as his property was the answer. Is he showing off his claim to the entire world? She scoffed at the thought of his fragile, ridiculous pride. It wasn't worth her time.
Time passed, though she wasn't sure how long. The silence outside remained unbroken, and the sound of an engine starting never came.
Her thoughts drifted to his injured leg, an uneasiness creeping into her mind.
She opened the door again. There he was-standing at the threshold, head bowed in defeat.
A navy blue gift box was in his hand, now smeared with dirt.
It looked out of place compared with his fair hands.
His eyes were bloodshot.
Orion held the box out to her and spoke in a humble manner.
"I picked it up. Please don't reject me, okay?"
His voice was hoarse, and he tasted metallic in his mouth.
Orion felt like he was losing his mind, where he'd thrown away his pride for her.
He even rummaged through the trash to get this back for her.
Because he knew that if he left now, he might never see Seraphina again.
Chapter 387 The Possibility of Remarriage
Seraphina stayed silent for a few seconds, not moving.
He remained in the same position, unmoving as well.
After a long pause, Seraphina chuckled and reached out to take the item from his hand.
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She opened it, setting its contents aside on the table, and then tossed the box carelessly to the floor.
Glancing back at him, she said coolly, "You can get lost now."
Their eyes locked. Orion took a step closer and apologized, saying, "I'm sorry."
He was too impulsive and lost control earlier, but it didn't matter.
They weren't married yet, but even if they had been, he would still have fought to win her back.
His expression was filled with complex emotions, and the arrogance he usually showed to others vanished completely in front of her.
Seraphina narrowed her eyes and raised her brows. She asked, "Is there anything else you'd like to say?"
"Let's remarried!"
Chapter 388 A Little Scheme
His eyes were still bloodshot, his thoughts singular and focused. He had only one goal-marrying her.
A few seconds later, she chuckled slightly.
"What's the difference?" She asked in a light and almost mocking tone.
"From wanting to sleep with me, now you want to do it legally?"
Seraphina looked at him calmly and asked, "Do you really think this is going to work?"
His fingers trembled slightly.
Did he think he could pull that off?
"There's not much of a chance right now," he admitted with a somber expression.
"Good that you know," Seraphina snorted softly.
"But there will be!" he said, his jaw tightening with determination.
Seraphina glanced at him but said nothing.
It wasn't up to him to decide whether it would work or not.
It was the first time he had ever lowered himself like this-humiliated-all because of her.
Seraphina entered her apartment, pushing the door closed behind her.
However, just before she closed the door, a hand slipped through the opening.
Orion's arm bore a glaring bruise as he pulled his hand back.
"Seraphina, my leg hurts..."
His voice was hoarse, laced with a weak plea.
The desperation in his tone was unmistakable, vulnerable in a way that made the once commanding presence from earlier seem almost like a façade.
Seraphina felt something twist inside her, like a dull blade grinding against her heart, the suffocating sensation of being choked.
She wasn't afraid of Orion trying to force his way in, nor of him ignoring or mocking her, nor of his casual indifference.
However, this action weakened her resolve.
She knew it.
Soft over hard-that was her weakness.
She knew her kick earlier had been harsh, and she couldn't just brush it off.
Chapter 388 A Little Scheme
Glancing at him, she reached for her phone and said, "Il call Ken to come get you."
Orion quickly stopped her. "Ken's father is in the hospital."
He wasn't lying.
Seraphina paused, then gave in with a sigh.
She stepped aside, holding the door open. "Come in."
Orion limped inside, barely making it a few steps before sweat started forming on his forehead.
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Standing there, he watched as Seraphina casually tossed a pair of men's slippers onto the floor in front of him.
"Change your shoes."
Without a word, she walked over to her laptop on the couch, pulling out a flash drive as she waited for the computer to boot up. Orion's eyes narrowed in an instant, and his heart thumped a little.
Damn it, he felt guilty.
His mind raced as he looked at the slippers.
Who else had been here beside him?
Why were the men's slippers lying around?
Did Wilson come over often?
He wanted to ask about it. The words stuck in his throat as he looked at Seraphina. Opening his mouth, nothing came out. Hadn't he learned his lesson already?
Barely managing to ease the tension between them, one wrong question, and he'd be kicked out to sleep
on the streets.
He took a deep breath and held back.
This was all Wilson's fault.
The laptop powered up. Seraphina inserted the flash drive and scrolled through the folders.
Classic Oldies, Love Songs, Mr. Dros's Favorite Oldies
Qldies?
Just how old are these songs?
She frowned. The entire drive was filled with old songs and apparently, they were connected to Orion.
This wasn't her flash drive
Chapter 388 A Little Scheme
Her expression darkened slightly as she turned to look u Orion,
"This is the flash drive I left behind?"
Orion walked over, pretending to be ignorant as he stared at the folder..
When he saw "Mr. Dros's Favorite Oldies," his eyes narrowed slightly. His driver was way too metacution.
"Maybe I made a mistake," he said, rubbing his nose and speaking with an air of calmness.
Seraphina tossed the laptop aside and headed for the bedroom to freshen up. She said, "You're deeping on the couch. If not, the car's always an option."
"I love the couch," he quickly responded.
His gaze flickered towards the flower on the table by the door, his face darkening slightly. Trying to act nonchalant, he used the spare moment to respond to company emails. Seraphina's apartment had two bedrooms. Justin had moved out, converting the second room into a study. There was only one room remaining for sleeping.
His eyes swept over a framed photo of Seraphina hanging on the wall. A spark flashed in his gaze.
Walking over, he adjusted the angle and lighting, snapping a photo and posting it on Instagram.
He also wrote a caption, "A perfect evening."
The words and image, while subtle, said everything and nothing at once.
He even made sure to block Seraphina from seeing the post.
Within minutes, his Instagram was blowing up.
Chapter 389 Are They Getting Back Together?
"Wow, Orion! You're moving fast," Lucius exclaimed. "Isn't this Seraphina's apartment? Are you two living together already? Where is she? Why isn't she in the picture?" Orion responded simply, "She's taking a bath."
Kaveh chimed in with a chuckle, "Haha! Seems like tonight is the night filled with broken hearts."
"Congratulations to Mr. Dros and Ms. Cross for getting back together." Someone else shouted, followed by several voices echoing.
"Wow! Congrats, congrats!"
"You two are a perfect match!"
Orion leaned back into the couch and exhaled in satisfaction.
His love rival had already met her family, but so what? He was living in her home.
Twenty minutes later, Seraphina emerged from the bathroom, wrapped in a thick bathrobe, covering herself completely.
Orion was still engrossed in his phone, a faint smile playing on his lips. He seemed oddly amused, but she couldn't figure out what was so funny. Without a word, Seraphina grabbed her laptop and some files from the table, then quietly retreated to her bedroom.
Her phone, which was left on the table, began to ring.
Orion glanced at the screen, and he had a bad feeling about it.
The caller ID read, Emeris.
Seraphina returned to the living room, picking up the phone. She answered, putting it on speakers.
"Still awake, Dad?"
Orion's eyes followed her movements, listening intently:
"Are you alone?" Emeris asked.
"Yeah, I am," she replied casually.
With a serious tone, Emeris advised, "If you're free in the evenings, go out for a drink; maybe dance a bit. Don't stay cooped up by yourself." Orion perked up in bewilderment.
Her father was different from the others. What was this advice?
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risky. You should think it through. Have fun, sure, but don't throw away the entire forest for one tree."
Orion experienced a sudden shock. Did her dad just encourage her casual dating?
The advice sounded like something a womanizer would tell himself, not a father to his daughter!
Seraphina smiled in amusement and said, "I know, Dad, I still have some work to finish. Goodnight." "Goodnight, sweetie."
As the door clicked shut behind her, Orion sat up straight, uneasy. His thoughts raced. He couldn't just sit there.
He got to his feet, strode toward her room, and reached for the door.
It was locked.
A cold smile crept onto his face. She was locking him out? Was that it?
He quietly returned to the couch.
He lay there for hours, his mind tangled with mixed emotions and sleep eluding him.
It was only when the first light of dawn began to filter through the windows that he finally dozed off.
Her phone rang, waking Seraphina. It was Olivia.
"Is Orion staying at your place?"
The question hit her out of nowhere, taking her by surprise.
Seraphina frowned, her mind struggling to catch up. "Yeah!"
"No way! Are you two back together? Like real? Or is this just for fun?"
Still half asleep, her mind racing to make sense of what Olivia was saying. Then the realization hit her.
"Wait, how did you find out?"
"Orion posted it on Instagram. Everyone in the circle knows! You two were together last night!"
As soon as Olivia finished speaking, Seraphina hung up. She quickly searched for Orion's Instagram, only to find it completely empty.
She took a deep breath and called Olivia back.
"Send me a screenshot of his post."
"No way! Did he block you? Haha! Olivia laughed, clearly enjoying the situation.
"Posting on Instagram but doing it all hush-hush."
It didn't take long for the screenshot to come through.
Cornhinn clanced
at it and
menwhz fainted
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The living room photo-it was her apartment. Paired with ambiguous words and his casual reply to Lucius, it all but screamed that something was going on between them. That j*rk had done it on purpose!
B*stard!
Fuming, she stormed out of her room, only to find the living room empty. The couch still bore signs of someone having slept there, but Orion had vanished.
"Ran off fast, didn't you?" She muttered under her breath.
She quickly gathered her things and left for work, thankful that Orion didn't have many followers.
Only a select few in his circle had access to his Instagram. At least that meant no one was bothering her
yet.
Chapter 390 Celebration
Klad Tech has been the talk of the town recently, with its arrogant attitude towards consumers sparking widespread dissatisfaction. This kind of behavior hasn't done them any favors on the international stage
either.
A series of protests from frustrated customers forced the Keglaidan government to order the tech company to halt production on its braking system components. An investigation was launched, and at the same time, luxury cars using this braking system had to pause sales, though no recall was planned.
As the situation heated up, it was soon revealed that Giant Group's Al-driven car had also been involved in an accident, with Klad Tech's braking system squarely in the crosshairs.
The future of humanity lies with artificial intelligence. However, when it comes to matters of life and death, there can be no room for carelessness.
If we are careless, the consequences could be endless and devastating.
This investigation was not kept secret-it was fully transparent and opened to the public.
Soon after, international experts released a report on the Al system involved in the accident. They confirmed that the system had been running smoothly with no faults or malfunctions. This left no doubt-the problem lay elsewhere.
Within a month, Klad Tech went from being a celebrated innovator of cutting-edge technology to a company that everyone saw as fraudsters.
Despite having strong financial backing from several countries, no one dared to stand up for them in the face of such heavy public criticism.
In a joint effort, the Etopian Union and Keglaidan formed an investigation team. With Giant Group's full cooperation, the truth was finally uncovered.
Klad Tech's braking system did indeed have a small flaw. However, this flaw occurred randomly, not affecting every part, which explained why some car owners hadn't noticed any issues.
When the news broke, it caused an international sensation.
Not long after, Klad Tech announced it was suspending production.
Despite being a closed call, the experience proved to be advantageous for Al technology, generating a surge of positive publicity.
Aiden was pleased with the results. He returned to Ascotia excitedly and set up a dinner with Seraphina and Qrion.
Whether by accident or on purpose, Seraphina left a conspicuous space open beside her as everyone took their seats. Naturally, Orion sat next to her.
He draped his arm casually across the back of her chair
subtle glances.
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Seraphina pretended not to notice. She focused on the menu and leaned towards Aiden, her tone gentle.
"Aiden, you've worked the hardest. You should order first."
Aiden hesitated. "That doesn't feel right. You should go first."
Orion caught the sight of their closeness; his eyes darkened for a moment before his expression smoothed into a polite smile.
"Aiden should go first. Don't be shy. Order whatever you like," he said coolly, watching Seraphina smile at Aiden, his gaze becoming even colder.
With Orion's approval, no one hesitated.
Aiden ordered a few dishes before passing the menu to Seraphina. Without glancing at it, she handed it over to the next person.
If the three of them-Aiden, Seraphina, and Orion-set the bar for the meal, the others would have felt restrained. This way, they couldn't enjoy the dinner freely.
While chatting, Orion's hand, which had been resting behind Seraphina, suddenly brushed against her hair. He didn't pull away; instead, he absentmindedly twirled a strand between his fingers. Seraphina glanced up at him. The look in her eyes was cold, and her expression was unreadable.
Her gaze caught Orion off guard. He felt a tremor run through his fingers, and he instinctively pulled his hand back.
Damn, am I scared of her?
The food arrived, followed by the drinks.
Seraphina and the other women stuck to fruit juice, while the men indulged in something stronger.
Aiden made a few polite toasts. He addressed most of his words to Orion and Seraphina, who both graciously clicked glasses and drank.
As the evening wore on, the atmosphere grew livelier. Orion had already arranged for a driver to ensure everyone could get home safely, so there were no worries about drinking too much.
By the third round of drinks, Aiden seized the opportunity and shot a knowing look in Seraphina's direction as he raised his glass.
Orion noticed the exchange, and his expression turned darker.
Throughout the dinner, Seraphina had barely glanced at him. Her gaze remained fixed on Aiden throughout the entire dinner.