Ch. 441..445: Inherit Billions Chapter 441-445
Chapter 441 Have Seraphina Bear You a Child?
Lila's show had made quite a buzz, drawing not just several top-tier actresses in participation but even commercial stars like Seraphina and Orion as guests. It was hard to imagine they wouldn't attract attention.
Michael had released a few behind-the-scenes shots and stills.
Among them was a picture of Orion and Seraphina sitting closely together.
One couldn't help but wonder if Michael had intentionally stirred up rumors about their relationship to garner even more hype.
If that was his plan, he had succeeded brilliantly.
The result was a surge in the stock prices of Dros Group.
Upon seeing the photo, Ramona immediately sought out Orion for confirmation.
Orion, with one hand casually shoved into his pocket, momentarily darkened his gaze. "Isn't it clear now?"
"Outrageous!" Ramona shot back, furious at his nonchalant attitude.
"If Seraphina is willing to participate in a variety show with you and doesn't mind sitting so close, it means there's potential between you two. If no other woman can catch your eyes, take Seraphina back as your wife!" He stated his intention without a hint of subtlety.
The old man had initially given up on Crosses, yet a single photo of Seraphina was enough to send Dros Group's stocks soaring. Her potential was undeniable.
The Droses would be in danger if another family took her, so it was best to keep her close.
Orion's expression darkened at Ramona's words, and he let out a soft laugh.
"The Corcker Group is on the verge of bankruptcy, and you suddenly have your sights set on Cross Group? You changed your mind quite swiftly!"
A short while ago, Ramona had been introducing him to all the socialites, one of whom was Lucinda. She had caused quite a scandal. It was typical of his business-minded character to change course so easily. Ramona's expression turned ashen with anger. "What nonsense! Am I not doing this for you? Don't you want to marry her? Have you given up on her completely?"
Orion fell silent.
Ramona softened his tone and said, "This could be a win-win situation. I'll do whatever it takes to make this marriage happen."
Orion narrowed his eyes. His gaze was cold and dark. "No need for that. Just stay out of this."
He understood that any outside interference would only push Seraphina further away.
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Orion frowned, listening as Ramona continued, unhurried.
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"With your slow approach, you might end up waiting until she's in her forties before she even thinks of you again. Can you really remain unmarried for decades? However, if you could persuade her to conceive a child and make that child the heir of Crosses, you wouldn't even need to marry her.
Orion's expression turned dark in an instant.
His sharp gaze turned cold as he looked at Ramona and declared, "She is Seraphina Cross!"
She wasn't the helpless girl who had once been bullied and unable to fight back.
The entire Cross Group stood behind her; she was difficult to control or manipulate. Would they declare war against Cross Group and end up harming each other?
Ramona chuckled coldly.
"Of course, I know she's Seraphina. Just because she's the designated heir of Cross, we might need to resort to these necessary measures to ensure she bears a child with our bloodline!"
Orion stared at him for a few seconds before scoffing. "Oh? And what exactly do you mean by 'necessary measures'?"
Ramona raised an eyebrow and stated, "Kidnapping, drugs, accidents-dealing with a woman isn't that complicated. Just get her over here during her ovulation period. As long as you're a man and can perform, once won't be enough. Repeat this action multiple times to ensure she cannot avoid becoming pregnant. Then we can announce her pregnancy to the media. Do you think Crosses would dare to violate the anti-abortion laws and force her to terminate the pregnancy? They'll have to let her give birth! When that happens, we can bring your sister home. It's been long enough, and she should have learned her lesson by now."
As Orion listened, a chill crept up his spine, making him shudder.
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Though Orion had entertained similar thoughts before, they had remained just that-thoughts.
He knew deep down that he could never act on them. If he did, Seraphina would surely kill him. The idea of her being able to walk away easily was nothing short of a dream.
Therefore, he would not allow himself to contemplate such possibilities.
Watching his silence, Ramona couldn't hide his satisfaction.
"Don't think that resorting to underhanded tactics is unacceptable; all that matters is that it might work. Do you really intend to stand by while she marries someone else and starts a family? That would mean creating a formidable enemy for our family!"
In Ramona's eyes, the Crosses could only ever be rivals or partners.
Right now, everyone was looking out for themselves. But if Seraphina were to ally with someone else, it would shatter any hope of cooperation between the two families.
Moreover, having observed Seraphina's capabilities over the past few days, Ramona felt even less inclined to let such a remarkable woman be claimed by another. She could bring numerous benefits to the Droses.
"Grandpa." Orion finally raised his gaze, his narrow eyes icy and devoid of warmth, his voice carrying an undeniable chill. "Do not attempt to harm her. I will not allow it." "What?" Ramona replied, taken aback.
Orion's tone turned even colder. "I am now the family head and the company president. I will decide who our family chooses to ally with and whom I marry. You fieedn't concern yourself with that. If you're bored go fishing, travel, or play chess. In any case, my affairs with Seraphina are none of your business."
Ramona's expression soured, his eyes narrowing. "You don't want to?"
"I do want to do that, but I'll do it my way. I won't resort to despicable acts that cannot be undone."
Orion's voice was frigid.
Accustomed to his noble stature, he would never treat a woman poorly, especially not Seraphina.
The tension between the two was palpable. Ramona narrowed his eyes and stared at him. The old man's temper was flaring.
"Fine, if you refuse to act, don't come crying to me later" Ramona sneered, already plotting his next move.
He had just stood and taken a couple of steps when Orion called out to him again.
Just as he stood and took a few steps towards the door, Orion called him back. Ramona felt a sense of smugness; the young were always too naïve. As long as a method worked, who cared about the means? Surely, Orion had regretted his decision. Orion's voice was hoarse and icy. He urged, "I'll make sure you're well taken care of. If you dare do
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Ramona felt as if he had been struck by lightning. He turned back in disbelief, his eyes locking onto Orion's.
""You brat!"
Orion picked up the phone and instructed, "Send Mr. Ramona back home."
After that, he didn't spare the old man another glance.
With that, he didn't look back. Ramona's face turned ashen, furious that the grandson he was so proud of -the heir he had painstakingly nurtured-could turn against him like this!
He was nothing like his mediocre father, Luca Dros.
Orion had always been bright and bold, nurtured to take over the family business. When the time came, Ramona had passed the family legacy to Orion, believing he would excel. This grandson of his had always been outstanding in his role.
Yet now, he felt an unsettling realization creeping in-he was old, powerless to compel Orion to obey him.
Once Ramona left, Orion sank into a chair, fatigue washing over him, his brow furrowed as the dim light seemed to envelop him.
"Mr. Dros?"
Ken had witnessed the intense family drama unfold. He could no longer endure the oppressive atmosphere in the office. He cautiously ventured into a new topic. "Christmas is just a few days away. Should we prepare a gift in advance this year?" Ken's mention of a gift naturally referred to one for Seraphina.
Orion rubbed his forehead wearily and said, "What did I give Seraphina last year?"
"Hmm," Ken hesitated before continuing, "Last year, you didn't give her a gift. In fact, you haven't given her anything in previous years either."
Orion remained mute.
After a long silence, Orion finally spoke softly, "I understand now. This year, I'll make it up to her."
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A few days later, Christmas arrived.
The Crosses traditionally gathered on this day to celebrate the holiday and discuss the future direction of their family.
Except for Sergio, who was tied up with an experiment at a crucial moment, everyone was expected to
attend.
This included Seraphina's uncle, Alexander and his family, along with other relatives.
This year marked Seraphina's return to the family gathering after three years of absence, making everyone particularly excited about her presence.
At Justin's strong insistence, Seraphina had invited her friends, including Sarah, to join the celebration.
Dani, who had been left behind by his father, was also present at the gathering. This year's Christmas festivities promised to be more vibrant than ever.
As conversations flowed, the night wore on. Benjamin, along with the servants, moved back and forth, attending to the guests.
Even though the dining room already had the buffet set up, some of the more demanding relatives insisted on receiving personal service.
At his age, Benjamin found it exhausting. Justin could hardly bear to watch. He stood up and helped him
several times.
Gradually, the guests, unwilling to trouble Justin any further, began to help themselves.
Justin's loud voice from the house entrance interrupted Seraphina and Sarah's quiet conversation.
"Seraphina, someone's setting off fireworks!"
Seraphina turned to look. Fireworks? It was probably something Benjamin arranged.
She casually strolled over, but Justin urged her with urgency, saying, "Your name is in the fireworks! Is someone confessing to you?" Seraphina had a bad feeling about this as she hurried to the door.
Suddenly, the sky was ablaze with dazzling fireworks-gigantic, custom-made fireworks with a unique design that gave a stunning 3D effect. The visual impact was breathtaking.
The display shattered the casual chatter among the guests, who quickly gathered outside to witness the spectacle.
A massive firework erupted with a loud bang! It occupied the air and illuminated half the city for a brief
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At that moment, no one needed to wonder who had prepared this unexpected surprise.
The answer was written across the sky.
Seraphina stood frozen, her breath caught in her throat as she saw Orion's name flash before her.
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Just as she thought the display was over, it morphed again, this time into a cartoonish depiction of Seraphina herself-vividly illustrated with a gentle smile, standing out starkly against the backdrop of fireworks. This fireworks show, filled with twists and turns, showcased the latest technology and the most beautiful visuals, making this Christmas night truly unforgettable.
At that moment, heavy snowflakes began to fall from the sky, swirling gently downwards.
The unparalleled beauty of the fireworks added a touch of elegance to the cold night. The magnificent firework
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did not overwhelm her, but the mere mention of Orion's name made her heart
That man always managed to do the wrong thing at the wrong time.
He considered it a remarkable feat.
Haha! Hilarious!
"Wow, Seraphina, these fireworks are for you," exclaimed everyone in awe.
"They're so beautiful! Mr. Dros is so romantic!"
"This fireworks display must have cost a fortune; Mr. Dros is confessing to you."
"Mr. Dros really put a lot of thought into this!"
Several younger cousins looked on with envy and jealousy, urging, "I wonder if Mr. Dros is here. Cousin,
you
should say yes! It's so romantic."
Justin watched Seraphina's pale face with concern. She seemed cold and detached. Pressing his lips together, he instinctively shielded her.
"What nonsense is this? Seraphina has been through so many of these confessions. You think this little stunt can win my sister over? As if she hasn't seen better!"
His disdain poured over the group like a bucket of cold water, dampening their excitement.
For them, this was a tear-jerking moment, but to Seraphina, it was just another ordinary display.
Weren't the differences between them stark?
Sarah chuckled and echoed, "Yeah, didn't we prepare fireworks too? Benjamin, hurry up! The snow is going to get heavier, and it won't look as good!"
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Understanding her intention, Benjamin nodded and immediately rushed outside with a group of servants.
However, they encountered an unexpected sight as they approached the entrance.
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After cursing under her breath, Seraphina found it impossible to calm the turmoil inside her.
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As Sarah scrolled through Facebook, news of the fireworks display flooded the page, making it impossible for her to ignore the supposed private event. "Seraphina, do you think Orion did this on purpose?"
Seraphina glanced at the screen, pressed her lips together, and then picked up her phone. She called Michael, maintaining her composure.
"Get the PR team ready. I don't want tonight's incident to blow up."
Without a doubt, Orion's stunt was more than just a show for her eyes; it was a clear assertion of his authority.
But Seraphina was determined not to let him have his way.
She would suppress this publicity at any cost.
With a scoff, she hung up the phone, only for it to ring again almost immediately. Seeing the caller ID, her irritation flared anew as she climbed the stairs to answer. "Orion, have you lost your mind?" She hissed, trying to keep her voice low. Orion, taken aback by her sudden outburst, experienced a wave of resentment. His voice softened, becoming rich and magnetic, almost beguiling.
"Did you see it? Wasn't it beautiful?"
"I didn't see it, and it wasn't beautiful!" Seraphina snapped, frustration bubbling over.
After a few seconds of silence, Orion replied, "Then I'll have them play it again!" Seraphina's heart jolted at his reaction. "You wouldn't dare!"
Once was already too much.
Orion chuckled softly, "I wouldn't dare. You're in charge here."
His concession struck a chord deep within her, making her heart skip a beat.
Seraphina inhaled sharply, her tone icy. "This fireworks show will only bring overtime pay to your media staff, Orion. Don't think too highly of yourself."
The man on the other end fell silent for several seconds before he sighed heavily.
"I didn't mean to cause trouble. I just wanted to make you happy. Merry Christmas, Seraphina!"
Seraphina paused, taken aback. "If that's all, I'm hanging up."
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low and filled with regret.
She scoffed. "You were either on a business trip abroad or vacationing with friends. How could we Celebrate anything?"
He would abandon her during important holidays, leaving her to face the unfriendly Droses alone.
Theresa would complain that Seraphina prevented her son from coming home for the celebration, and the other Droses would further disparage her.
Those moments of endurance and humiliation were memories Seraphina wished to bury forever.
She felt like she was being lowly.
"Seraphina, I want to see you," Orion said softly.
She was speechless. "I don't want to..."
"I'm right outside your house. Can you open the door?"
Orion didn't give her a chance to refuse. He sat in his car, watching the many people in the yard. As the heavy snow fell, fireworks erupted into the sky, vibrant and dazzling. That lively atmosphere didn't belong to him.
Seraphina paused her steps. What day was it today?
Wasn't his family busy with the celebration?
She pressed her lips together and said, "I'm not going to open the door for you. Just go away."
Orion chuckled lightly and restarted the car.
"Too late; someone's already opened it."
Seraphina froze, realizing the call had ended. She rushed downstairs, unwilling to believe that Benjamin would let anyone in without her permission.
In the yard, Justin was playfully hoisting little Dani onto his shoulders while laughter echoed from nearby..
At the entrance, Benjamin looked conflicted as a Bentley slowly rolled up.
A girl rushed over and suddenly flung the door open after a tense standoff.
Benjamin recognized her as Katie, Seraphina's cousin.
Despite being a guest and a relative of the host, Benjamin felt uncomfortable stopping her.
"You can't let anyone in without Mr. or Ms. Cross's permission," he protested.
Katie was filled with excitement. She shrugged off his concern.
Benjamin, that's Orion! We can't mess with him; that man can get to anywhere he wants."
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"Enough! You're just a butler; don't act like you have authority here. Mr. Dros might have important business to discuss. Could you
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"Mr. Dros, please come in."
Orion adjusted his collar, giving a slight nod as he looked at her, his expression showing just a hint of unfamiliarity. "You are... ?"
A new maid, perhaps?
Katie quickly introduced herself, "I'm' a relative; Seraphina is my cousin."
Orion nodded again and smiled gently, "Hello, cousin."
Thankfully, he didn't add anything more to that statement.
Katie hadn't expected him to smile at her; it was probably the closest she had been to Orion lately. That look of admiration stirred something deep within her.
"The fireworks just now were absolutely beautiful! We all saw them, Mr. Dros. You really put in a lot of effort."
With a smile still playing at the corners of his mouth, Orion stepped inside. Although he found this chatty cousin rather bothersome, he maintained a great deal of patience. All for Seraphina's sake.
"Thank you," he replied politely.
Emeris and his group noticed Orion's arrival, their brows furrowing slightly in surprise.
"What brings Mr. Dros here?"
Emeris turned her gaze back to Benjamin, who glanced awkwardly at Katie. He couldn't report her mischief in front of everyone, so he simply lowered his head in silence.
Orion smiled lightly, exuding an air of elegance and cool detachment, pulling out a bottle of fine red wine.
"Mr. Cross, Merry Christmas! As a junior, it's only natural that I pay a visit to my elders."
Emeris accepted, the wine, fully aware of Orion's true intentions and not believing for a second that he had come merely to visit. However, given his courtesy, he couldn't refuse and forced a smile, "Well, you're very thoughtful. Sivir, please take Orion inside." Sivir shot him a glance before extending his hand. "Mr. Dros, please come with me."
Orion nodded and said, "Merry Christmas, brother."
Sivir's smile faltered, and he frowned. "Mr. Dros, I think you should understand your position well."
With that, he walked away.
Orion shrugged, saying nothing.
Seraphina came downstairs and immediately spotted Orion, her expression darkening slightly.
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The handsome visitor took the relatives by surprise. The younger girls gazed at him with admiration in their eyes, excitement bubbling over.
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Orion stood there, his gaze meeting Seraphina's. His smile finally softened with genuine warmth. "Seraphina, Merry Christmas."
Seraphina pursed her lips, her gaze distant. "Mr. Dros, you're being too polite. I thought your family would have your own Christmas gathering and that you would be too busy to come visit us. Had I known, I would have extended an invitation earlier. It appears that I did not host you
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Orion chuckled, unfazed by Seraphina's thinly veiled sarcasm. The fact that she allowed him in already showed her consideration. What more could he ask for?
"I was anxious when I realized I upset you. I feared you might be angrier, so I thought it best to come here and apologize in person."
Seraphina froze a little and found his words absurd. Who would believe such nonsense?
Sivir cleared his throat and chimed in, "Mr. Dros, let's sit in the side room. It's quieter there."
"Alright, thank you, brother."
Sivir winced internally, irritated by the way Orion was addressing him.
They had each tested the waters against one another in the competitive world of business, both shrewd in their own ways.
Or
well-dressed appearance and gentlemanly demeanor felt utterly out of place in his eyes.
Sivir shot Seraphina a look, urging her to come down and send Orion away quickly. They certainly didn't want to spend the entire evening with him.
Katie seized the opportunity, trying to sit next to Orion. Justin intended to intervene, but a single look from Sivir silenced him.
Clearly Seraphina didn't want to chat with Orion for a long time. Katie's presence was pivotal in that
moment.
Orion had to settle for casual pleasantries before leaving unable to continue with any inappropriate comments due to the presence of an outsider.
Orion understood he wasn't particularly welcome; one glance at Seraphina satisfied him.
After finishing a cup of tea, he did not linger. He finally got up to leave.
Once he had left, Sivir turned to depart as well.
Seraphina turned around to see Katie still at the door, gazing longingly towards the exit with an expression that clearly showed her desire for something she could not have. It was far too obvious! She walked past Katie as if nothing was amiss.
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Katie couldn't help but call her out.
"Seraphina, why was Mr. Dros here? Is he trying to win you back? Are you going to remarry him?"