Tangled in his Obsession novel Chapter 423

"What do you mean you don't care if the Reynolds family falls apart?" Nanette immediately frowned, "What are you playing at, Seraphina? Did the Reynolds family ever wrong you?"

"The Reynolds family didn't wrong me," Seraphina replied, "But if someone in the Reynolds family breaks the law, they should face legal consequences."

"Break the law?" Nanette retorted, "Accidentally hurting your son is breaking the law now? Do you think your son is some sort of precious gem?"

"Aunt Nanette," Seraphina suddenly addressed her, "You have kids too. The value you place on your son is the same value I place on mine. Oh no, wait. My son Valerio, being the eldest legitimate grandson of the Reynolds family, is far more precious than your son, who is not of Reynolds blood!"

"What did you say?" Nanette was so infuriated by Seraphina's words that she was almost choking, "Who do you think you are to speak to me in such a manner! Magdalen was an orphan the Reynolds family adopted! And you're nothing more than the result of her eloping with someone! Do you really think giving birth to Valerio can..." Nanette stopped mid-sentence, suddenly locking eyes with Leandro.

Leandro was generally a reserved man, but he maintained a polite demeanor towards his elders. However, at this moment, his gaze was icy cold, a profound darkness that was unbearable to look at. Even though he didn't say a word, it was clear that Nanette's words had angered him.

Nanette was usually fearless, but she felt a shiver of fear at Leandro's expression.

Seeing this, Leonard stepped in and pulled Nanette behind him, then spoke, "Sera, I understand that you're upset and worried about Valerio's injury. But you didn't consider the full picture in this situation. Reporting this to the police is a big deal, why didn't you discuss it with us first? Leandro, are you so blinded by your wife and son that you don't care about your own mother anymore?"

"Leonard, you really don't need to blame Leandro for this," Seraphina cut in before Leandro could respond, "He's done much more for his mother than you could ever imagine."

Leandro looked at Seraphina, his gaze deep. But Seraphina didn't look at him, instead continuing, "Reporting this to the police was my idea. If you want to see this incident as a confrontation with the Reynolds family, that's your choice. To get justice for my son, I'm willing to do anything. Likewise, you can do your utmost to protect the people of the Reynolds family and its reputation. The one that’s on the opposing side, is only me."

After finishing her statement, Seraphina glanced at Leandro, then without waiting for anyone to respond, she returned to the hospital room and closed the door.

"You all should go," Conway finally spoke up, "In this matter, Sera's actions are not up for criticism, and Leandro will find a way to protect Gloria. You don't need to worry about anything else."

"Seraphina is clearly trying to put the blame on my sister," Billy commented, "And Leandro wants to protect his mother. Won't this put them at odds from now on?"

Leandro stood with his back to everyone, his figure stern and silent.

Hearing this, Conway couldn't help but tap his cane heavily, "Did you even listen to what I said?"

Seeing Conway getting angry, Leonard quickly tried to pacify him, "Dad, don't be angry. We're just worried about my sister, that's all."

"You can worry all you want," Conway replied, "But there's one thing - from now on, you're not allowed to cause any trouble in front of Sera and Valerio!"

Conway asserted his authority as the family patriarch, and his children fell silent. Soon, they all left one by one.

Once they were gone, Conway turned to look at Leandro, "You heard what Sera said... she still cares about you."

Leandro remained silent. He had, of course, heard what Seraphina had said, and he understood the implications.