Tangled in His Obsession

Chapter 149

Chapter 149

Leandro was standing in the hallway, staring at Seraphina from a distance, not making any moves.

Keen came over from another direction, first noticing Seraphina. He was about to approach her whenhe realized Leandro was also there

Seeing this, he immediately stopped in his tracks.

Just then, someone emerged from a room and seemed to be heading over to strike up a conversationwith Leandro. Keen bolted over to intercept.

The person was introducing himself to Leandro, but Leandro’s gaze was fixed on Seraphina Keenquickly stepped in, blocking the person, and said, “I’m sorry, Mr. Reynolds is tied up at the moment.Can you come back later?”

“But…”

The person clearly didn’t want to give up, but Leandro ignored him and slowly started moving towardsSeraphina.

Keen quickly ushered the person back into the room.

Seraphina remained seated, undisturbed, as Leandro approached. She didn’t even look at him.

Leandro reached out, gently lifting her face.

Her makeup was still exquisite, bright and eye–catching, but her eyes were vacant.

In that moment, Leandro realized he was finally seeing the real Seraphina

She wasn’t crying, smiling, or putting on a show. She just looked at him expressionlessly, then brushedhis hand away, “I need some alone time.”

With that, she got up and walked past him.

Leandro just stood there, silently watching her leave.

Seraphina left the villa, walked out onto the street, and slowly made her way to the busiest part of town.

Cars were whizzing by, people were bustling about, she sat on a bench by the roadside, ignoringseveral people trying to hit on her, quietly watching the busy city before her.

By the time Sandra got the message and rushed over, it was already late at night.

The noise of the street had died down, the night was gradually regaining its tranquility, and Seraphinawas still sitting there, like a statue.

Sandra brought a coat with her. When she saw Seraphina, she immediately draped it over her, “Whathappened?”

It took Seraphina a while to snap back to reality. Recognizing Sandra, she gave a small smile, pulledSandra down to sit next to her, then rested her head on Sandra’s shoulder.

“You scared me!” Sandra gripped her cold hand, “What happened?*

After a long pause. Seraphina said softly, “She’d rather go to jail than accept my help.”

Sandra immediately understood what had happened. She blurted out in anger and frustration, “Is sheout of her mind?! What does she want?!”

Seraphina was silent for a long time, then suddenly laughed

“Maybe it’s for the best,” she said. “From now on, I really have nothing left to lose. No worries. It’sgood”

Sandra was taken aback by her words, and tears welled up in her eyes instantly, “Sera-”

“Perhaps this is my fate Seraphina said. “I’ve accepted it.”

Sandra turned away, tears streaming uncontrollably down her face

By the roadside, a black car sat quietly for a long timenovelbin

Inside, Leandro was staring at Seraphina’s figure like he was admiring a statue.

That night, Seraphina and Sandra went home and stayed at the Smith family’s for the night.

The next morning, Sandra hoped Seraphina would sleep in, but Seraphina was up early. She casuallypicked one of Sandra’s outfits to wear and then went downstairs for breakfast

Sandra was watching the news downstairs. When she saw Seraphina coming down, she couldn’t helpbut be surprised, “Why are you up so early? Don’t you want to sleep in?”

“No, I’m fine,” Seraphina brushed her hair back, I’m going to eat something and then go spend timewith Grandpa.”

Breakfast was quickly served, and Seraphina quietly ate her toast as if nothing had happened.

Sandra hesitated for a moment before asking, “What’s your plan now? Are you going to stay inSunburst City?”

Seraphina nodded, “Grandpa is old and his health isn’t good How much longer can i stay with him?Once he’s dead, I can go wherever I want

Hearing Seraphina talk so casually about Conway’s death, Sandra paused.

“What?” Seeing Sandra’s expression, Seraphina laughed, “Birth, aging, illness, and death areinevitable. Since we know it’s going to happen, we just have to

accept it.”

Sandra paused, then said, “What do you mean by going wherever you want? What about me? Are youplanning on leaving me?”

Seraphina propped her chin on her hand, looking at Sandra, “Once you fall in love, get married, havekids, you probably won’t have time for me either.”

Hearing this, Sandra suddenly went quiet and took a sip of her milk.

Seraphina’s gaze fell on her neck. She reached out and brushed Sandra’s hair off her shoulder,

On Sandra’s neck was a clear hickey.

“Do you have a boyfriend?” Seraphina asked, “And you didn’t tell me?”

Sandra finally realized what she was referring to and belatedly covered her neck, “No.”

“No?” Seraphina looked at her. Then what’s this? Do you have something to hide from me? Is theresomething you can’t tell me?”

Sandra sighed, then said, I’m not sure yet… I’ll tell you when I’m ready”

Seeing Sandra like this, Seraphina didn’t press any further.

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The 26th floor of the Reynolds Group was bustling early in the morning, but Keen arrived later thanusual.

Upon arriving, Keen went straight into Leandro’s office.

*So, Ms. Bennett stayed at the Smith’s last night and first thing this morning she was off to the nursinghome to see Conway,” Keen filled Leandro in. “She’s as cool as a cucumber, like nothing happened.”

Leandro was chilling in his chair, a cigarette between his fingers, zoning out at the view outside. He justgave a nonchalant grunt when he heard Keen’s update

Seeing this, Keen turned to leave the room. But as he swung the office door open, he bumped intoBruce.

Bruce looked like he’d lost a fight with life, so Keen quickly turned back to Leandro. “Boss, Mr. Bruce’shere.”

E Leandro didn’t even turn around. Bruce gestured for Keen to beat it, and then closed the door behindhim.

“What did you do to Ms. Magdalen?” Bruce cut to the chase as soon as the door clicked shut.

Leandro killed his cigarette in the ashtray before turning to face Bruce What could I have done? She’sthe one who registered the company, she’s the one who signed the contracts, and as for the ReynoldsGroup, we’re the victims here.”

“You set her up!” Bruce slammed his hand on the table. “What’s your game? She’s one of theReynolds, and you want to send her to jail?”

“Whether she’s a member of the Reynolds family or not, I couldn’t give a damn,” Leandro said. “As forthe slammer, that’s a consequence she was willing to accept. I’m just helping her fulfil her wish“