Tangled in his Obsession novel Chapter 487

After locking eyes with Simon for a brief moment, Seraphina slowly started to speak, "You know, I think I've got a pretty good handle on what kind of man Mr. Martin is. There are certain things from the past, I reckon we both have an inkling about."

Her words were a clear insinuation; she was aware, to some extent, of the shady dealings Simon had once been involved in.

However, to her surprise, Simon just offered a slight smile before replying, "If you wish to cling to your former opinions of me, I won't force your hand. But, there's plenty of time ahead of us. If one day you decide to change your mind, I reckon I'd be pretty pleased."

With those words, Simon picked up a mini cupcake and placed it on the small plate in front of Seraphina.

It took her a moment, but eventually Seraphina picked up the cupcake and took a bite, then she remarked casually, "Well, if you've got the patience, then wait you shall."

Lunch ended in a somewhat strained mood, but luckily Simon was all for maintaining harmony, preventing the situation from spiraling downward too much.

Still, Seraphina was far from warm or cordial with him.

After the meal, Simon had to leave first, while Seraphina offered to drop Andrea back at her studio. Throughout dinner, Andrea had been quiet, but on the way back, she finally turned to Seraphina and asked, "What's on your mind?"

"What do you mean?" Seraphina responded, a bit caught off guard.

"I just feel like there's something bothering you," Andrea said. "Can't you tell me?"

Seraphina exhaled slowly and said, "I'm someone who's just faced death. What else could there be—"

Andrea paused before adding, "Leandro must be furious, right? Is he planning to go after dad?"

Seraphina looked at her and said slowly, "And what if he is? Will that make you angry?"

"If you're not mad, what right do I have to be?" Andrea replied.

"We're standing at different points," Seraphina stated.

"I know," Andrea admitted. "But when I heard you were in trouble, that's when I really got angry."

Hearing this, Seraphina turned to look at her and after a long moment, reached out to hold her hand.

"Don't worry about me," Andrea said. "Whether you forgive him or not, do what you must. It doesn't concern me."

After parting with Andrea, Seraphina returned to Reynolds Manor. As the car rolled through the gates, she immediately noticed several unfamiliar vehicles parked at the main entrance.

Clearly, Leandro hadn't come home yet, but there were other guests.

Entering the house, it was as she suspected; several shareholders from the Reynolds Group circled around Conway in the living room.

It was obvious that Luke and Norman were leading the conversation. Just as Seraphina walked in, she caught Luke complementing Ferne Reynolds—

"At first, I thought Ferne, being such a young girl, what could she really accomplish? Maybe she got lucky with a few projects, but she wouldn't have any significant impact on the Reynolds Group. But lately, the more I see of her, the more I'm convinced of her capabilities. She's competent, determined, and has the guts. She's definitely fit for the role of CEO."

Norman, smirking slightly, added, "Indeed. These days, one really shouldn't underestimate women. Ferne's young and energetic; she's bound to do great things. Mr. Reynolds, having a granddaughter like her is truly a blessing."