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What Are You Doing Publicly?

Orion noticed her movement, and his eyes darkened slightly. He said, "What a coincidence, Seraphina."

Seraphina raised an eyebrow and said, "Not really. I was just about to leave."

Before she could walk past him, he blocked her way.

"We need to talk."

"About what?" she asked, puzzled.

"You know exactly what." Orion's voice was firm, and his blue eyes were staring intently at her.

Seraphina smiled. Her drunkenness was gone. She said, "I don't think there's anything for us to discuss. Please contact my assistant for work-related matters."

Seraphina's phone rang-her driver had arrived. She was about to leave when Orion spoke again, "Name your price. I need that pipe."

So it was about the pipe. After a night had passed, Ramona must have realised what had happened. Theresa and Hannah must have had a tough night.

"Mr. Dros, can't you see? I have refused repeatedly since yesterday; no matter the terms you offer, no means no." Seraphina gave a faint smile.

With that, she tried to walk past Orion towards the door.

Orion suddenly grabbed her bare shoulders and pinned her against the marble wall. "Seraphina, you know how important that pipe is to my family. What do you want?!"

Orion's grip tightened on her shoulders as he leaned in close and whispered in her ear.

The smooth texture of her skin distracted him momentarily. When was the last time he had been this close to Seraphina?

Seraphina stared at the man only inches from her face, feeling his hot breath against her skin. She was initially startled, but quickly composed herself.

She looked at him with disgust and said loudly, "Mr. Dros, what do you think you're doing? This is a public place; please respect yourself."

People in the area assumed they were just a couple who were affectionate and didn't pay them much attention. When Seraphina's shout was heard, everyone turned to look at the commotion. "Orion Dros, let go of her!"

Qrion saw Hansen and a few young men approaching with frustrated expressions. Reluctantly, he released Seraphina.

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Seraphina was about to get into the car, but she remembered she had left her bag in the private room

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She wanted to get it. "I'll get it," Hansen offered. "You wait in the car."

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He left after he said that. Seraphina hesitated for a moment but decided to follow. She unexpectedly ran into Orion and Lucius, who were coming out together.

To avoid any further complications, Seraphina waited by the fountain on the other side of the entrance.

Lucius clicked his tongue and asked, "She rejected you?"

Orion grunted in response.

Lucius laughed and said, "Seraphina might seem annoying now, but she used to be quite compliant. I can't believe you two have come to this."

They chatted as they got into their car and drove away.

The afternoon sky was overcast, and the air was chilly.

Seraphina withdrew her gaze. She stared blankly in the direction they had gone, her chest aching with a dull pain.

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Hansen returned with her bag. He noticed her pale face and asked, "What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"

Hearing his concern, Seraphina snapped out of her thoughts and smiled. "No, I need to head back. The driver is already here."

"I'll take you," Hansen insisted, not taking no for an answer as he helped her into the car and sat beside her,

Seraphina nodded and smiled, showing indifference.

Hansen seemed like he wanted to say something. He gave Seraphina a deep look, but he held back. When they reached her place, Seraphina asked the driver to take Hansen home and went upstairs. In less than ten minutes, the doorbell rang. Seraphina reluctantly went to answer.

As she opened the door, a bouquet of red roses greeted her eyes. Hansen's captivating face showed up together. She looked at him helplessly and said, "Colombo, I'm really tired today."

Her intent to send him away was clear.

Hansen raised an eyebrow and said, "I know. These flowers aren't for my future girlfriend-they're for Seraphina, who had a long day."

Seraphina paused and looked up at him. Hansen looked more serious than usual. He asked, "Since I'm already here, won't you invite me in for a bit?"

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