Ch. 561..565: Inherit Billions Chapter 561-565

Chapter 561 You Don't Want to Know

Seraphina pressed her lips together and walked over.

"Mr. Rockwell, you're still here?"

"I was hoping we could have dinner together."

Wilson smiled warmly and casually took her bag from her hands.

Finished

The easygoing gesture, paired with his thoughtful demeanor, was exactly what a good boyfriend would do by carrying his girlfriend's bag.

This scene didn't escape Orion's eyes, and it felt like a thorn twisting in his heart.

His breathing grew heavier.

Had their relationship reached this level of intimacy?

Seraphina hadn't even decided whether to accept Wilson's dinner invitation, but now that he had taken

her belongings, she felt that publicly refusing him would be disrespectful.

She smiled briefly, about to walk away, when a hand seized her wrist-firmly, almost cruelly.

Seraphina turned her head. Orion's dark eyes glinted with cold hostility, his face shadowed with anger.

His grip tightened ever so slightly: his eyes were crimson with suppressed rage.

"What's the deal between you two?"

The question came abruptly. It was as though he was desperate for the truth, even though he clearly dreaded hearing it.

Every nerve in Orion's body seemed taut, his blood running backward as he stared down Wilson, laced with a brooding darkness.

Wilson didn't possess the same domineering edge as Orion, but his calm, polished demeanor held its

own.

At Orion's words, he

uckled lightly, his composure u

"I'm afraid, Mr. Dros, you wouldn't like the answer."

His sentence dropped like a hammer, leaving

no room for doubt.

He hadn't spoken a direct truth, yet somehow he had.

It was deliberate-a calculated effort to mislead Orion. Watching the cracks form in Orion's composure, watching him unravel slightly, was strangely satisfying.

Seraphina raised her brows in surprise, her gaze darting to Wilson. She opened her mouth, intending to explain, but in the end, no words came.

The atmosphere grew thick and heavy, the tension stretching until it froze solid and lasted for a long time.

Seraphina braced herself, expecting Orion to lose control completely. But to her surprise, he gradually

let

22:49 Sun, 23 Feb

T

Chapter 561 You Don't Want to Know

.25%面

Finished

She cocked her head and glanced at him. His face was as cold as ice, his dark eyes radiating an almost suffocating chill.

Yet he released her without a word, his eyes locked onto hers, deep and unreadable.

His voice, hoarse and heavy, broke the silence.

"Make sure your hair is dry before you go outside. It's freezing out there."

Seraphina was speechless.

Without waiting for a reply, Orion shot a final glance at Wilson before he walked away.

The gym owner hurried over to walk him off, daring not to waste his time.

Seraphina watched Orion's retreating figure, her heart inexplicably tightening as though an invisible hand was squeezing it.

A faint, sharp ache pricked at her chest, leaving her unsettled.

What did he even mean by that?

Wilson, too, froze momentarily, his expression clouded and uncertain.

Olivia, who was nearby, was always on time. She grabbed a towel from one of the staff and began patting Seraphina's damp hair.

"It really is cold out there," Olivia remarked casually.

Seraphina's face paled, but she quickly composed herself.

Reaching out to take the towel, she said, "I'll do it myself."

Wilson stepped forward; composing himself, and offered, "Let me help."

His expression remained as warm and gentle as ever, but for some reason, Seraphina felt no warmth from him.

She instinctively avoided him, while Olivia held onto the towel tightly.

"I've got this! I'm a pro at drying hair!" Olivia chimed in brightly.

Wilson struggled to find the right words.

Ten minutes later, Seraphina's hair was dry.

The gym owner returned, his tone polite and deferential. "Ms. Cross, we look forward to seeing you again soon.

As the trio exited the gym, Wilson observed a change in Seraphina's expression. His eyes darkened slightly as he opened the car door for her.

Seraphina hesitated before saying, "I'll be taking Olivia home. If you're busy, Mr. Rockwell, please don't let us keep you.

Wilson froze for a second. He wasn't a fool-he could feel the sudden change in Seraphina's demeanor,

the

way she'd pulled back without explanation.

25%

Finished

Olivia, meanwhile, wasted no time sliding into Seraphina's car, perfectly attuned to her friend's pace. How cooperative of her.

Wilson's expression changed rapidly. Finally, he asked, "Are you mad at me?"

Chapter 562 Your Boyfriend Won't Mind, Right?

Seraphina lifted her gaze. She wasn't angry.

How could she possibly be upset with Wilson for intentionally targeting Orion?

Logically speaking, she should be on Wilson's side.

They had more aligned interests.

But she had to admit-she felt uncomfortable.

With a faint smile, she said, "Why would I be angry?"

"Because I deliberately made Mr. Dros misunderstand our relationship."

Wilson's words were blunt and direct..

Did that mean Seraphina still had lingering feelings for Orion?

Was that why she would get upset when Wilson purposely led Orion to misunderstand?

After all, if she didn't care, why would it matter?

Seraphina smiled again, but this time, her expression was cold and distant.

"Mr. Rockwell, Orion and I are ancient history. There's no need for anyone to test the waters. "What bothers me is that you're using me to provoke him."

She wasn't stupid-she could see right through him.

If it were merely a matter of emotions, Wilson wouldn't disregard her feelings.

This was revenge.

It made sense. Even the most perfect people are still human, with flaws, grudges, and tempers.

Wilson was still harboring resentment towards Orion for manipulating public opinion against him. He'd just been waiting for the right moment to strike.

Yet no matter how he tried, it always came back to one conclusion: Orion's weak spot was Seraphina. Wilson thought she wouldn't notice.

He also assumed she would play along.

But she saw through it all, uncovering only selfishness in his heart.

Wilson's expression was one of conflict. For a moment, he was at a loss for what to do.

And then, Seraphina broke the tension with a sincere, easygoing smile.

Her reaction shattered the awkwardness.

22:49 Sun, 23 Feb T

Chapter 562 Your Boyfriend Won't Mind, Right?

¥:625%

Finished

"It's fine, really. We've known each other long enough-using each other is only fair. You've helped me out so much; how could I forget?"

Wilson suddenly snapped up. Seraphina's radiant smile was flawless, showing no trace of anger.

Her tone was calm, her gaze genuine.

"Don't overthink it. Orion isn't my limit. Goodbye, Mr. Rockwell."

Wilson visibly jolted in surprise, his dark eyes fixed on her retreating figure.

Orion wasn't her limit-that much was clear. He had been testing her boundaries.

She was way too clever.

Regret washed over Wilson in an instant.

It had taken so much to earn a fragment of her trust, and now, he had squandered it so easily?

He clenched his fists, turning the knuckles white, and his face darkening further.

In the car, Seraphina let out a small sigh.

The moment she got in, her phone rang. It was Thomas.

"Mr. Denter's back. He's invited you to dinner. Should I come up with an excuse to decline his invitation?" Seraphina shook her head right away.

"No. It's perfect timing-I have a few things to discuss with him."

By the time she reached the office building. Thomas was already waiting for her.

Seraphina instructed Thomas to call Aiden down while she stayed in the car. She'd drive herself, saving time.

Barely five minutes passed before Aiden came jogging out, looking somewhat worn out.

Seraphina frowned and asked, 'Aiden, you're this exhausted, and you're still up for dinner?"

Aiden mustered a smile, the light glinting off his refined glasses, though his eyes betrayed his helplessness.

"Exhausted or not, I still need to eat."

ΠΟΙ

Seraphina sighed silently and reached for the ignition. But before she could start the car, the opened. passenger o

door

A chilling presence filled the space as someone sat down beside her. The temperature seemed to drop a few degrees.

Seraphina flinched, startled. Orion had calmly taken the passenger seat, his face as stormy as ever. Hadn't he left already!

She'd assumed he'd stormed back to his office in a fit of rage, probably smashing something along the way.

22:49 Sun, 23 Feb

Chapter 562 Your Boyfriend Won't Mind, Right?

Her surprise was evident, and Aiden cleared his throat awkwardly.

"Uh, I ran into him at the office entrance. Hope you don't mind him tagging along.

So Aiden had known all along.

25%

Finished

Aiden chuckled lightly. He'd just returned from an all-day business trip with no rest, only to be dragged into Orion's scheming.

It felt like he was putting his life on the line.

Orion's sharp, brooding gaze lingered on Seraphina, his deep voice cutting through the air.

"You don't mind, do you? It's just business. I'm sure your boyfriend won't have a problem with it."

Ah, so Wilson had succeeded.

Orion believed him..

Seraphina looked away without a word, starting the car. She didn't bother to explain.

Her silence made Orion's dark eyes cloud even further, his expression growing colder by the second.

Chapter 563 The Monthly Cycle

25%

Finished

Seraphina had asked Thomas to make the reservation in advance. After he finished booking, he went home for the day.

When they arrived at the restaurant, they headed straight for the private room.

Aiden went to the restroom to wash his face. By the time he returned, he seemed much more energized. The thin golden frame of his glasses emphasized his alabaster complexion, giving him an air of asceticism -he had the kind of refined charm that could easily be labeled as polite rogue.

Seraphina couldn't help but steal a couple of glances at him.

Orion noticed this; he turned his attention to Aiden, and his gaze grew noticeably colder.

Aiden was perplexed by his inexplicable hostility, but he made an effort to ignore it.

"Seraphina," Aiden began, "the smart medical device we launched overseas has received unanimous praise. However, the healthcare conditions abroad and here differ, so we still need to integrate further. What do you think? Are you considering additional investment?"

Seraphina knew exactly what to expect as soon as he spoke.

She smiled and replied, "Sure. Send me the second-round investment proposal. We will transfer the funds immediately once our board approves it.

Aiden knew she would be quick to agree.

He shook off his fatigue and smiled. "Great, let's drink to that."

With Aiden acting as a buffer, the atmosphere remained relatively relaxed, as long as Orion's eyes seemed glued to Seraphina.

As they ate and chatted, Seraphina found herself drinking more than she realized.

Her head started to feel a little dizzy, and her lower abdomen began to ache slightly.

She wobbled to her feet and made her way to the restroom.

hey ignored the way

There was one inside the private room, but Seraphina didn't like it and found it uncomfortable.

With both men waiting outside and having their meal, she felt awkward about going to the restroom right next to them.

Therefore, she made the decision to use the restroom located down the hallway.

She stumbled in with her head spinning; by the time she came out, her mind had cleared.

D*mn it, my period has started!

What am I supposed to do?

Why did it have to arrive a few days early?

22:49 Sun, 23 Feb T.

*00

Chapter 563 The Monthly Cycle

What should I do?

25%血

# Finished

Seraphina's white dress already had stains on the back. Seraphina couldn't even leave the restroom. Her phone was in the private room, and she couldn't reach anyone.

If she stepped out like this, people would either think she was crazy or make fun of her.

She couldn't believe she was having one of these humiliating moments.

lihat rotten luck!

She stared at herself in the mirror. Having just finished a workout and shower, she hadn't bothered with makeup.

But her skin was still fair, smooth, and elastic, looking perfect. Why did her period have to happen at this moment?

As she stood there, she felt tom.

Should I leave the restroom? Seraphina was faced with the most challenging decision of her life.

The strangest thing was that there wasn't a single staff member on the floor. She was forced to give asking for help.

up on

She stood there, motionless, hoping someone would eventually notice something was wrong and come to help her.

Time passed, but no one came.

Then, she heard a sigh from the other side of the door.

Did I hear it right?

There's someone out there?

Her eyes lit up as she coughed softly.

The door opened, and before she could feel any relief, her face immediately darkened.

A chilling, heavy presence surrounded her. The man's eyes were dark and tinged with redness. She

couldn't tell if he was drunk or if he had been holding something in all night.

When Seraphina saw Orion, a shiver ran down her spine.

It looked like he had been drunk, and his eyes were completely devoid of rationality.

Chapter 564 Ramona Was Right

25%

Finished

The man was tall and imposing, his presence overwhelming as he stepped closer, pulling her into his embrace. He gazed down at her face, his expression filled with both longing and restraint.

Seraphina didn't dare to resist; the larger the movement, the more blood flowed out, and she was getting more and more uncomfortable.

She appeared obedient, and this made Orion's anger slowly dissipate.

His forehead rested against hers, his voice low, rough with emotion.

"Seraphina, you're mine. Why did you stop loving me? Can you love me again? Please, just one more time? Okay?"

His voice was sultry and seductive, making it impossible for her to resist his allure.

Without warning, he kissed her, sealing his lips over hers, leaving no room for rejection.

How could he do this to me?

Seraphina placed her hands against his shoulders, but the little push she gave felt like nothing to him. She wanted to curse him, but he took advantage of the moment and barged into her mouth. A deep, rich red wine taste lingered on his lips, capable of intoxicating Seraphina.

Frustrated, she pushed and hit him, but it didn't faze him.

Instead, it only served to intensify his overwhelming kiss.

He was desperate to possess her.

Orion had once been patient, waiting for her to return to him, slowly bringing her back into his world.

But that afternoon, when he saw her with Wilson, something inside him snapped.

He had to admit that he couldn't take it any longer.

How could his girl be smiling at another man?

His inherent possessiveness now overtook him. He couldn't wait anymore.

For the first time, he thought that Ramona's methods might not have been so useless after all.

If it meant keeping her, what would it matter if things got a little darker?

He had Aiden arrange a dinner with her, thinking this was his last shot.

If she didn't come, he would have to resort to other drastic measures.

Thankfully, she came.

Orion was immensely relieved; it meant he could forgo those dirty tricks.

Seraphina could barely breathe. In desperation, she bit down on his tongue. Orion tasted blood, and he 1/3

22:49 Sun, 23 Feb

Chapter 564 Ramona Was Right

Serves you right. Now you know who's in charge!

Finished

Orion barely hesitated for a second before diving back in, not giving her a moment to catch her breath. He wasn't satisfied. He lifted her up and placed her on the countertop, their faces now level.

The sound of his heavy breathing was around her, and just as it seemed he would continue, Seraphina couldn't hold back any longer. She grabbed his hair, pulling his head back with all the force she had. Orion's dark eyes flickered with pain, and finally, he tilted his head backward in response to the pull. "Orion, get a grip!" She gritted through clenched teeth.

Orion's brow furrowed deeply as he gazed at her, his voice hoarse, I'm perfectly clear-headed." Clear-headed, my foot!

Seraphina felt her face growing pale; her breathing grew more rapid.

The

e pain med.

from the first day of her monthly cycle was overwhelming; she was in pain, and she needed her

Orion reached out and gently touched her swollen, red lips, his gaze growing darker.

"Seraphina," he murmured, his voice husky. "You enjoyed it too, didn't you? I'll give you whatever you want. Let's start over, okay?"

He spoke with a desperation that bordered on the pitiful.

Seraphina wasn't in the mood to listen to him. Her head was spinning, the alcohol and the pain clouding. her senses.

She bit her lower lip, feeling cold..

"Orion...."

She was breaking out in a sweat.

It was then that Orion noticed her color was off, her pale face alarming him.

His gaze became filled with concern as he cupped her face in his hands.

"What's wrong?"

Seraphina gritted her teeth, her beautiful eyes glazed with tears, looking pitiful and helpless.

She couldn't bring herself to speak, but her gaze landed on his suit.

If she went outside with his suit, no one would notice.

Orion seemed to realize what was happening. He immediately lifted her off the cold marble counter and held her close.

His hand slid lower, moving towards her hips, and he felt something damp there.

He netrified

Chapter 565 Good Morning, Baby

Seraphina was absolutely furious. This d'mn pervert!

A normal guy would have immediately gone out to buy her what she needed.

But no, this was Orion, the one who always has to do things his own way!

"Orion, you're such a pervert! D*mn you!"

She used the last bit of her strength to curse him out.

Finished

If only she recovered, she would have the opportunity to teach him the true meaning of being a decent. man.

After a moment of shock, Orion finally reacted and immediately lifted her up into his arms.

Seraphina got even angrier.

Carrying her horizontally like that-how was she supposed to keep things from flowing out of place? Fuming, she curled up in his embrace and demanded, "Give me your clothes. I can walk on my own!" Orion firmly refused her.

"No, I'm cold too!"

He wasn't about to let go.

This was the perfect opportunity to show off his caring side. He had to do the whole lovey-dovey thing, the cuddling, the lifting high-it was all part of the act!

Seraphina was speechless.

Maybe she should just pass out-whether from pain or sheer anger, it didn't matter.

She went completely silent, not saying a word, her face pale and her teeth clenched tightly.

Once this passed, she was going to kill this pervert.

But no one noticed that, despite his tense expression, the corner of Orion's mouth had curved into a subtle

smile.

They didn't return to the private room.

Instead, Orion took her straight outside. Once in the car, he still didn't release her.

Seraphina's stomach ached painfully, so badly that her face started to turn pale, sweat dripping down in waves.

Normally, she would have taken medication ahead of time to avoid this, but this time was an unexpected Tess.

Half-conscious, she cracked open her eyes, glancing at Orion's sharp, chiseled face. His expression was hard to read, but there seemed to be a hint of restlessness,

22:49 Sun, 23 Feb T

Chapter 565 Good Morning. Baby

Haha! What a good actor!

25%

Finished

The ride to Cross Mansion took about 20 minutes, but she figured the car stopped after only ten or so. Then, she was lifted up again and carried into the elevator.

Not yet fully passed out, she vaguely noticed that they weren't headed to Laguna Estate.

This place looked vaguely familiar, but she couldn't remember having been here before.

It was probably one of Orion's many mansions.

Orion set her down on a sofa, and she felt utterly drained, as weak as could be.

He reached out to touch her forehead. Seraphina opened her eyes, annoyed.

"I'm not running a fever. Give me my phone. I'll have someone pick me up

Orion pressed his lips together, showing no reaction.

He stood there for a few seconds, then walked out without saying a word. Seraphina bit her lip, forcing herself to calm down and focus.

The room w

was large, decorated simply but expensively, with cool gray tones. It had Orion's style written all over it- clean, neat, like someone came by regularly to clean.

She took a deep breath, slowly pushing herself up. Clutching her stomach, she stumbled toward the door.

I couldn't die here. Orion, that b*stard, could have taken me straight to the hospital instead of going out of his way to take me here.

She cursed him under her breath for what felt like an eternity, finally reaching the door.

Seraphina opened it and stepped out.

As she stood in the hallway, she suddenly froze.

Why did this place feel so familiar?

Especially those two pots of flowers by the door across the hall. They look like the pots little Dani gave me, but didn't

want them in the house.

She walked over instinctively, the familiar door giving her a strange sense of déjà vu.

Seraphina reached out and, hesitantly, pressed the password. The door swung open.

What the hell, isn't this my apartment?

Orion had been this close to me all this time?

Now was not the time to dwell on this; she hurried inside, grabbed the painkillers, and swallowed them down..

She collapsed on the sofa, lying there for a while until she felt her body slowly recovering, the pain in her stomach fading away

22:49 Sun, 23 Feb T.

Chapter 565 Good Morning, Baby

Finished

Though she didn't want to move, she forced hersell to the bathroom to clean up. Then, she went back to her room and buried her head in the pillow, falling into a deep sleep.

She couldn't last another second.

In the end, she had to rely on herself during the most critical moment.

She slept deeply, and in the middle of the night, she felt a cold breeze sweep through, making her shiver. But the sensation quickly disappeared.

Morning sunlight broke through the sky, bright and warm.

A full night of good rest had refreshed her, and she woke up feeling clear-headed.

Seraphina opened her eyes.

The first thing she saw was Orion's cold, stunning face.

"Good morning, baby."

Chapter 566 Spent the Night Together

Seraphina froze for a moment, recoiling. No, this scene! This isn't a dream!

"F*ck me!"

She could never have dreamed up something this outrageou

*25%A

Finished

Seraphina suddenly jumped out of bed, desperate to put as much distance between the two of them as possible.

Did they genuinely spend the whole night together?

Orion reluctantly let go of her.

Seraphina couldn't believe this. Yes, she was drunk last night, but not to the point of losing all memory of

it.

She was in pain, so she went home to take painkillers, cleaned herself up, and went to bed.

At that time, Orion wasn't there.

So the scene that unfolded this morning? That was a shock.

"What are you doing here?"

Seraphina's voice was cold, and her expression grim.

She wasn't naive enough to fall into his deception.

Orion's expression faltered for a moment, and his voice came out hoarse.

"I bought you some medicine. When you disappeared, I looked for you everywhere. Luckily, you didn't wander off

He reached for her arm, but Seraphina quickly moved away.

This is my house. How did you get in?" She asked warily.

At least her clothes hadn't changed.

Orion was just someone she needed to forget and forgive.

There shouldn't be such a warm and beautiful morning between them.

Being able to coexist peacefully was the best possible outcome for their relationship.

Orion didn't push it. He pulled his hand back; there was a faint scent of mint lingering on him, probably from washing up before bed.

He rubbed the center of his brows and explained patiently, "You didn't lock the door."

Seraphina was speechless.

She pressed her lips together. Well, I had forgotten about this detail.

Sun, 23 Feb