Ch. 406..410: Inherit Billions Chapter 406-410

Chapter 406 Grow Up Quickly

He sat in the chair of the restaurant with a cigarette pinched between his fingers. Dressed in a black shirt and trousers, his collar slightly open, Orion wore a sterf, icy expression that exuded a carefree indifference. It makes the person seated across from him wary,

When he noticed Seraphina entering, a flicker of joy crossed his eyes.

Orion quickly extinguished the cigarette, stood up, and replaced his cold demeanor with a warm, inviting smile.

The transformation that occurred in mere seconds left the person opposite him in disbelief.

"Darling, what a coincidence! Meeting you truly is the highlight of my day," he declared, his voice smooth and charming. Seraphina's gaze cooled slightly.

"Darling?"

The term made her want to kick him to the curb.

She responded with a sharp glare, saying, "That's just me being unfortunate."

Orion's expression stiffened for a moment, but he remained undeterred as he stepped forward to pull out a chair for Seraphina.

The person across from him sat there, still dazed. Upon witnessing this act, he jumped up.

That man said hurriedly, "Mr. Dros, I won't take up any more of your time. Goodbye!"

Orion gave a slight nod, and the person vanished quickly.

Seraphina decided to take a seat across from him. Before she could settle in, little Dani leaped over, occupying the space right in front of her. Orion was speechless and blinked in disbelief.

This brat reminded him so much of Wilson. Just like his old man, this kid was always keen on what others

had!

Dani grinned sweetly at him. He swung his legs back and forth and said casually, "Mr. Dros, there's no seat left for you."

His provocation was utterly juvenile.

Orion clenched his teeth and narrowed his eyes. Without hesitation, he scooped little Dani with one hand and placed him firmly in the inner seat.

The resoluteness of his action and demeanor left Dani no time or strength to resist.

Once everything settled, Orion took the now-empty spot and loosened his collar.

"See? Now there's room," he said, leaning back with satisfaction.

Chapter 406 Grow Up Quickly.

Seraphina gazed at him, her expression both calm and warning. "Orion, he's still just a kid."

Orion raised an eyebrow, glancing at Dani, whose eyes were threatening to brim with tears. "But he insists. he's an adult," he replied, a smirk tugging at his lips. Seraphina fell silent when rebuked.

Little Dani shot a sulky glance at Orion, feeling a tight knot of frustration in his chest. He wished more than anything to grow up quickly so he could take Seraphina abroad and never return. "Ms. Lovely," he huffed, "If I see someone I don't like, I can't eat!" His voice was blunt and defiant.

Seraphina lifted her gaze to Orion and urged, "Go away

So decisive?

Orion felt a twinge of hurt at her urgency.

He forced a smile, his serene gaze drifting back to Dani

"Then just close your eyes while you eat; that way, you won't see anything unpleasant."

Immediately, he turned back to Seraphina, his tone softening as he coaxed, "It's been so long since we last met. Don't you miss me at all?"

Seraphina gave a light smile and said, "There's more than just you in my life. What's there to miss?"

Orion's expression darkened in an instant, but he fought hard to rein in his emotions.

He understood that Seraphina was trying to provoke him, daring him to back down.

Not a chance!

"They're all nothing compared to me," he declared, his dark eyes flashing with a shadow.

Seraphina fell silent, clearly unwilling to say anything inappropriate in front of the child.

During the meal, she barely spoke, and he remained quiet too, simply observing her as she savored each bite.

She truly is captivating.

His gaze was intense, like a leopard stalking its prey-he was restrained yet restless, eager to strike at all times. His eyes were filled with an undeniable possessiveness.

Meanwhile, little Dani munched on his children's meal, stealing wary glances at Orion and on high alert.

Why couldn't he just grow up already? The thought gnawed at him, a mix of annoyance and determination.

Chapter 407 No Man Is Allowed Near You

After finishing their meal, Orion insisted on driving them home. Seraphina refused, but he picked up little Dani over his shoulder and walked away.

Dani was startled, realizing he was being treated like a mere accessory. Frustrated, he kicked and squirmed in Orion's grasp. With a sigh of resignation, Seraphina followed.

Just as they were about to leave, Orion suddenly grasped her wrist. "Should we go together to the party at the Browns' tomorrow?" Seraphina frowned. She had also received an invitation from the Browns but had no idea why they were hosting a party.

Still, she knew that every such gathering was a social affair, and it was something one simply had to attend.

"Nah. I'll go with someone else," she replied, her tone light.

For a brief moment, a shadow flickered across Orion's eyes, but then he forced a smile, his voice turning cold.

"I'll pick you up tomorrow night. Until then, I won't allow any man to come near you."

His words dripped with an unmistakable intensity.

Seraphina met his gaze with an expressionless face, a cold smile playing on her lips, completely unfazed.

Orion's eyes darkened as he turned to get into the car.

Seraphina called out, "What kind of party is Lucius hosting? It sounds so mysterious."

Orion looked back with a smirk. "It's to celebrate Lucius's remarriage to his ex-wife!"

Seraphina felt a knot form in her stomach.

Wait, what? Suddenly, she didn't feel like going.

At Cross Mansion, Seraphina finished freshening up and began checking stocks in her study.

Dani was happily playing his video games downstairs.

Someone pushed the door open. Without a word, Seraphina knew it was Justin.

He held a small box in his hands.

"Hey, Seraphina, Are you busy?" He asked with a grin.

"Duh," she shot back.

Justin chuckled and placed the box in front of her.

"Tomorrow, can you give this to her?"

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"To whom?"

Seraphina asked curiously as she opened the box.

Inside lay a tea-dropped crystal, quietly resting as if it had regained a sense of purpose.

Justin seemed to have mended the shattered pieces from before. Seraphina couldn't believe Justin had actually done it.

Upon closer inspection, she found a minor flaw that was easy to overlook.

It was rare for Justin to put so much effort into something.

She looked up at him and said, "Justin, just give it to her yourself. Sarah would be thrilled."

Justin sighed a little. He said, "She might not want to see me."

Without hesitation, Seraphina pushed the box back toward him. She refused, "No way! Sarah will be happy. If you deliver it in person, she'll be even more delighted." This was a wonderful opportunity. Seraphina wasn't about to let it slip away.

After a moment of hesitation, Justin thought about it. "Tomorrow's the Browns' party, right? Sarah should be going too. You should come with me."

That way, she wouldn't have to deal with that obnoxious jerk, Orion.

The two reached an agreement and happily retreated to their rooms for the night.

The next day, after finishing a meeting at work, Thomas asked Seraphina if she needed a designer to prepare a gown for the evening party.

Seraphina suddenly remembered how peculiar Lucius's party was.

Remarriage?

When did Lucius get divorced? I had never heard of that.

Most of these privileged families' marriages involved entanglements with benefits. If the announcement was made public, it could potentially lead to stock fluctuations. Many families would keep quiet about their divorces despite public speculation. Not everyone had the courage to cut ties cleanly like Seraphina and Orion, who were willing to face the consequences of their divorce.

"Ms. Cross, do you need an assistant tonight?" Thomas interrupted her thoughts.

"No, I'll attend with Justin. As for my outfit, something simple will do," Seraphina replied.

She had no intention of drawing attention to herself at someone else's remarried celebration. Keeping a low profile was the way to go. Thomas nodded and exited the office.

As evening approached Orion arrived at Cross Groun in a flashy car

Chapter 407 No Man Is Allowed Near You

Clearly, he wanted everyone to know he was there to pick up Seraphina.

He stood downstairs, drawing many curious gazes. Whispers about Orion and Seraphina's relationship circulated through the office.

As employees left for the day, they exchanged knowing glances. The discussions erupted into a heated debate as they walked past him.

"Do you think Mr. Dros really wants to get back together with Ms. Cross?"

"It's not like he can achieve that with his thoughts alone! Ms. Cross is single, and there have been several men waiting outside like Mr. Dros-didn't they all get sent away yesterday?" Orion's earlier buoyancy faltered. He trembled a little; his expression truned cold.

Several?

Chapter 408 Embarrassment

He clenched his teeth and realized just how careless he had been.

Lost in thought, he suddenly noticed Seraphina stepping out,

Thomas stood beside her, holding her bag. Instead of heading in his direction, the group walked toward the other side, where a sleek Maybach sports car had appeared out of nowhere. Orion's gaze darkened slightly as he remembered Seraphina mentioning yesterday that she would be going with someone else.

It seemed she hadn't taken his words to heart.

Had she made plans long before?

Quietly, Orion tightened his fists, his expression turning cold. Adjusting his shirt collar, he strode over, eager to discover who had the audacity to snatch her away right before his eyes.

Meanwhile, Thomas opened the back door for Seraphina. Little Dani had been waiting inside for a while, ready to be her escort.

As Seraphina bent down, her foot barely touching the step, a large hand suddenly grasped her arm tightly, pulling her back.

The fierceness and chilliness that radiated from the stranger immediately made her aware of who it was.

"Mr. Dros."

Thomas was taken aback.

Instinctively, he wanted to protect Seraphina. Thomas hesitated, unsure whether to pull her back from Orion's grip.

However, Orion held Seraphina firmly in his embrace, exuding an overwhelming presence. His eyes glinted with a sharp, icy determination as he spoke, his tone dripping with a mixture of playfulness and warning. "Didn't we agree that I would pick you up? Who dares to take you away?"

He didn't show any signs of rage; his face remained dark, but his words were laced with a chilling arrogance, an overwhelming sense of superiority that seeped through despite his attempts to contain it. Seraphina was trapped in his hold. She didn't struggle. Instead, she leaned slightly into his grip, her eyes reflecting a nonchalant coldness.

Just then, a wealthy young man exited the car, his voice icy and dripping with sarcasm.

"Mr. Dros, how dare you touch my people?"

A dangerous glint flashed in Orion's eyes, but the next moment, he froze.

Justin stood there, hands shoved deep in his pockets, a cold smirk playing on his lips. However, a dark and foreboding expression filled his face, directing a warning gaze towards Orion.

Chapter 408 Embarrassment

Orion paused. He lowered his gaze and cast a glance at Seraphina, who wore a lazy, mocking smile. Gritting his teeth, he subtly loosened his grip.

The atmosphere became tense and stagnant.

Thomas wished he could vanish into thin air.

Seraphina casually adjusted her dress and climbed into the car without so much as a sideways glance at Orion.

Hah, there's something wrong with your head. You think you're so great, don't you?

Orion was momentarily lost for words. So that reckless rich kid was Seraphina's brother?

Regret washed over him. He was all too aware of how protective the Seraphina's brothers were of their sisters, their concern bordering on obsessive.

He clenched his fist and put it against his lips. Orion cleared his throat and said, awkwardly, "Justin, what a coincidence."

Justin scoffed, his gaze cold and filled with disdain.

How dare this b*stard bully my sister right in my face?

Did this jerk think I'm dead?

"Coincidence?" Justin retorted. "Since when did Mr. Dros become so brazen?"

Orion's expression tightened.

No one dared to speak to him that way; anyone else would certainly pay for such insolence.

But Seraphina's brother was a different story.

Silently, Orion glanced at Seraphina once more. Under the scornful gazes of the siblings, he turned casually and walked back to his car, feigning in

Chapter 409 Remarriage

The Browns were truly extravagant for holding this banquet; it was fair to say they were spending money like water.

Lucius had rented out the entire hotel for the occasion. The lavish decorations made the place feel as grand as a wedding celebration itself.

After exchanging pleasantries with those at the entrance, Seraphina slipped her arm through Justin's as they entered.

Just inside, a wedding photo of Lucius and his bride was displayed prominently.

They wore elegant white attire, Lucius looking particularly radiant, his eyes sparkling with unmistakable joy.

The bride's name was Lila Everhart. She was undeniably beautiful, embodying a gentle and sweet appearance. However, her smile seemed somewhat forced, perhaps due to the photographer's less than stellar skills.

Seraphina hadn't heard much about this bride before; the Everharts seemed to lack any notable background, though they were on good terms with Lucius's grandfather.

Justin sighed as he gazed at the photo, shaking his head slowly.

"Lila married Lucius when her family was on the brink of bankruptcy. After marrying him, they went completely broke."

Seraphina was taken aback, almost doubting her own ears.

Weren't such marriages typically meant to help struggling families?

How could Lucius's alliance have turned out so poorly?

With a soft chuckle, Justin lowered his voice and explained, "Lucius went to great lengths to get a divorce, but his father kept everything hidden from Lila. Once she found out, the divorce went through smoothly. Who would have thought there would come a day for remarriage?"

Seraphina rolled her eyes in disbelief; the drama of it all was astounding. Poor Lila has truly drawn the short straw!

Standing at the entrance, the bride and groom greeted the guests. Lucius grinned from ear to ear.

In contrast, Lila offered a more subdued smile, her arm linked with his, appearing to fit well together as a couple.

They looked as though there was not a shred of resentment between them, presenting an image of calm happiness.

"Seraphina and Justin, welcome!" Lucius called out, extending his hand.

Justin shook his hand with a grin, quickly adopting a facade of ignorance. "Congratulations! What wonderful news! You two look incredibly well-matched"

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Lila glanced up at Justin, her smile gentle but saying nothing.

Seraphina, however, nodded in acknowledgment and smiled back.

She was here purely for networking purposes, not just for the spectacle.

Behind her, Orion approached, casting a warm smile in Seraphina's direction before patting Lucius on the shoulder. "Congratulations."

The sincerity in his voice brought a glimmer of hope to his own uncertain heart.

When he and Seraphina remarried, it would be on an even grander scale, inviting every media outlet to witness, making sure the world knew of their union.

Not wanting to linger in small talk, Seraphina and Justin made their way inside.

Lucius clicked his tongue, casting a knowing glance at Orion. "Orion, you're not progressing very well, you? Is progress not going well?"

are

Smug satisfaction laced his tone.

After all, while both were getting divorced and then remarried, Lucius had completed his in just a month.

And what of Orion? Well, he still had a long way to go.

Chapter 410 Justin's Intentions

Orion cast a cold glance at Lucius, his eyes carrying a warning.

If it weren't for this joyous occasion, he would have relished the chance to teach him a lesson.

Beside them, Lila smiled gently and said, "You two chat for a bit. I'll go greet the guests."

Lucius nodded, tenderly taking her hand and giving it a light pat.

"Alright, if you're tired, go rest for a while. You don't have to push yourself."

Lila nodded and headed inside.

Lucius watched her retreating figure, his gaze practically glued to her.

The conversation between the two remaining men became more casual.

Orion frowned and asked, "Can't you just do that at home?"

Lucius couldn't help but chuckle at his sour tone.

"Orion, if it's that bad, why don't you just find someone else to marry?"

Orion's eyes turned icy, and he asked, "Why don't you switch?"

Lucius laughed lightly and argued, "She's simple to please; just show her a little kindness, and she'll crawl back to me eagerly. But you, Seraphina? You could give her the entire company, and she still might not even glance your way." Orion fell silent.

Even if he did give it, she might not want it anyway.

Lucius gestured toward the banquet hall. "Look how beautiful it is! All she wanted was to personally decorate the wedding venue for our remarriage. It's filled with her favorites, and as long as she's happy, that's what matters. Gifts for girls need to hit the mark, after all." But where exactly was Seraphina's mark?

Orion was clueless, and his expression darkened even more.

Lucius patted his shoulder and said, "I think my wife has planned some kind of activity. I'll try to find an opportunity to set you up with Seraphina."

They were brothers after all. Now that he was getting rema

suffer in silence.

Orion remained silent and walked inside, no longer wanting to

he couldn't continue to watch Orion

5. Did he

just show off?

Little Dani followed Seraphina inside, and no one stopped the well-dressed child, allowing him to roam freely.

Seraphina and Justin were chatting with others, so he dutifully found a table to enjoy some desserts.

Chapter 410 Justin's Intentions

The decorations around him were pristine and dreamlike; it was clear that a lot of thought had gone into this wedding. Justin pulled Seraphina aside, whispering, "Sarah is over there."

Seraphina was speechless.

Sarah was chatting with a woman nearby before she started directing others on what to do.

The woman beside her was none other than the bride.

""Hey, Sarah!"

Justin waved at her.

Sarah turned at the sound, surprised, and then smiled as she approached.

"Šeraphina, Justin, you're here too?"

Seraphina nodded with a smile and said, "Looks like you planned this wedding."

Sarah chuckled softly, lowering her head.

"I just assisted; it was all the bride's idea."

Seraphina raised an eyebrow. "The setup is quite impressive."

Yet, something felt a little off.

Justin pulled a box from his pocket, handing it to her.

"I've been wanting to give you this for a while but never found the right moment."

Sarah looked momentarily stunned before accepting it. She opened the box and smiled lightly.

"Thanks, but you didn't need to wait for an occasion to send it. Just having someone deliver it would have been fine."

Sarah's reaction surprised both Justin and Seraphina.

She seemed genuinely fond of the item, yet she barely looked at it after receiving it.

Justin's expression fell slightly, but he didn't say anything further.

After giving it some thought, Seraphina grabbed Sarah's arm. She said, "This is something Justin worked for several sleepless nights to restore. I see a few flaws, but it's a huge improvement compared to before. Sarah, take a closer look; are you satisfied?" Sarah was surprised to hear that Justin had actually fixed it himself.

She was just about to take a closer look when the bride called out her name from behind. Without thinking, she quickly tucked it away.

"As long as Justin's intentions are acknowledged, I'm satisfied. But I need to help out now. You two enjoy

Vourselves and we can talk later"

Chapter 410 Justin's Intentions

Seraphina nodded and quickly let go of her arm; she couldn't afford to delay anything.

Turning back, she patted Justin on the shoulder.

"Justin, I just feel that the chances of you and her getting back together aren't very high."

Justin stared at her, speechless. "What nonsense are you talking about?"

What nonsense?

Was it about getting back together, or was it about low chances?

Before Seraphina could delve deeper, the large electronic screen in the center suddenly flickered off. Everyone's attention was caught for a brief moment.

Then, the screen lit up again.

Gasps filled the air as countless photos began to scroll across the screen-images of Lucius with different women,

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