Chapter 164

In recent times, life had turned in Leandro’s favor. The same people who once belittled him now sought his approval. His journey to the top had been tumultuous, but now he was in charge, answering to no one.

He took what he desired and dismissed the rest without a second thought. This included his pursuit of Seraphina. She was what he wanted, and he was determined to win her heart

However, right now, he had numerous questions he wanted to pose to her, yet held back, fearing the emotional impact they’d have on her.

Having taken control of the Reynolds Group, Leandro was known for his assertiveness and lack of mercy. He believed one should shape their own destiny, without seeking or giving pity

But what if he was the cause of all her past sorrows?

He rarely questioned his past choices, but he now wondered about a pivotal decision from seven years prior. His thoughts raced, while Seraphina, oblivious to his internal conflict, leaned on the bar. Mr. Reynolds, she began. Shouldn’t we be conversing? Why the silence?

Leandro paused before responding. There’s no value in discussing whatifs

You’re right.Seraphina nodded in agreement, What about the others, Mr. Reynolds? Don’t you have any questions? Look, with all this good booze you’ve given me, maybe I’ll be grateful and answer some of your questions?

Leandro looked at her. She was smiling, calmly staring at him, as if waiting for him to voice his doubts.

But Leandro didn’t ask.

After a while, Seraphina sighed, straightened up. “If you don’t have any questions, I’ll go to bed.

With that, she got up, a bit wobbly, and headed upstairs.

cigarette. As Seraphina slowly moved away, he didn’t look back or call out to stop her. Without interruption, she

Leandro knew. Given his meticulous nature, how could he not have uncovered the truth? He surely must be aware of Betty. Yet, he remained silent, not inquiring about her pregnancy or about Betty’s parentage.

even the resolute Leandro occasionally felt

before she wrapped herself in the bedding. When she finally awoke, the afternoon of the next day

struggled to get up, went to the bathroom to take a shower to wake herself up, and when she came out,

rolled her eyes, “You could’ve just come in, why did

throat with a light cough, murmured,

usual, a bit too

Seraphina, box in hand. “Mr. Reynold’s had the 1869 Lafite you wanted shipped overnight. He instructed me to

widened in surprise. After a pause, she exclaimed, “Has he gone mad?” Without sparing a second glance at the lavish gift, she retreated upstairs to dress

the bar. As Seraphina cast it a brief look, she mused to herself indeed. money had its

suited men, clutching briefcases, stood outside Conway’s room. On seeing her, they

to Conway Spotting Seraphina, Conway’s brow furrowed. “Why

a distance, Seraphina could discern that the briefcases overflowed with gleaming gold jewelry, their sparkle

be resting, why are you fussing

and Leandro are settled now, you should get married

remarked, “None of these appeal to me. I prefer platinum and diamonds, not

you those” Conway said, “I’ll give gold

to refuse, so she let the men outside

samples had left, Lacy entered the room, informing Conway. “The master you’ve been waiting

him in,” Conway responded without hesitation.

Seraphina inquired, “Who’s this?”

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