Tangled in His Obsession

Chapter 104

Determined to swiftly rid the Reynolds family of Seraphina’s influence, Nanette orchestrated a blind date for Seraphina that very evening

What Leandro hadn’t anticipated was that the man Nanette had paired Seraphina with was none other than Herman’s elder brother, John Garcia

John, the eldest scion of the Garcia family’s second generation, had forsaken a promising political career to venture into entrepreneurship Having successfully established a thriving business while maintaining his family’s prestige he had become quite a prominent figure in Sunburst City His only ‘blemish” might be his divorce over a year ago However, for a man of his stature this aspect might have enhanced his allure

“My parents have been incessantly harping about my brother’s matrimonial prospects of late, insisting on finding him a suitable partner I could never have predicted they’d choose Seraphina, Herman stated “Aren’t you going to intervene?”

Leandro, reclining in his office chair and contemplating the neon lights outside the window, responded casually “Didn’t you receive the memo? We’ve clarified the nature of our relationship”

Herman chuckled at that. “Cut the crap. If it was that simple, why did you take a bullet for her the night. Fidelia got in trouble? And let me remind you, my bro’s charm post–divorce is a real babe magnet. If you’re not careful, Seraphina might fall for him. At that time, don’t say I didn’t warn you”

Just as Herman finished, he was called away on his end. After a few words, he hurriedly hung up

Leandro put down his phone, lit a cigarette and sat in silence, lost in thought.

That night, Seraphina and John had a great time over dinner and a movie. They got along so well that they even agreed to meet again the next day

When Seraphina got home, Conway was still up, lounging in his chair watching TV

When he saw Seraphina, Conway didn’t give her a warm welcome, “Your date’s over?”

“Yep Seraphina carelessly tossed her purse aside and then flopped down on the sofa. “God, I haven’t been on a proper date in forever…”

Conway shot her a cold lock. “How was it?”

“Amazing! Seraphina replied, legs kicked up in a relaxed pose and a triumphant smile on her face. “I thought Nanette was pulling my leg, but she actually set me up with a great catch!”

“A divorced catch,” Conway corrected her coldly

“What’s the big deal? Seraphina shrugged “He’s a great guy and we had a blast!”

Conway snorted dismissively, turned off the TV, and stormed upstairs.

Seraphina laid on the couch for a while, then got up to tidy her purse. She checked her phone, but the screen was blank. Not a single text.

With a smirk, she got up and headed upstairs too.

Over the next few days, whenever John had time, he would invite Seraphina out. They listened to music, went to exhibitions, rode horses, swam, played sports. Seraphina was thrilled with all the activities.

It wasn’t until a week later, when she accompanied John to play golf, that she ran into Leandro

John’s golf time was scheduled for the moming which meant Seraphina had to get up early. Since she didn’t play golf, she was a little beat

Just as John was teaching her how to swing someone called out “Mr Reynolds. Seraphina instantly perked up and hit a beautiful shot

“Well done, you’re a natural,” John praised her swing then turned to see Leandro and greeted him with a smile, “Leandro, long time no see.” Leandro in his white shirt and black pants, a rare casual look for him, stopped in his tracks when he saw them. “You’re the one who’s been MIA.”

Seraphina popped her head out from behind John and greeted Leandro with a smile, “Leandro, it’s been a while”

Leandro’s eyes fell on her, but he didn’t respond.

“I almost forgot you two know each other” John put his arm around Seraphina’s waist and pushed her forward, “Leandro, Sera’s a smart, beautiful girl that the Reynolds family has cultivated I’m honored to be dating her”

Seraphina laughed at that and turned to him, “Leandro contributed a lot to my ‘cultivation.”

John looked at Leandro and laughed, “Really?”

Ignoring the question Leandro suggested. “Since we’ve bumped into each other, why don’t we play a round together?”

John readily agreed, “Sure”

Halfway through the game, John was already a good five or six strokes behind. It was pretty much a done deal for Leandro

Taking advantage of John’s swing Seraphina clapped for Leandro, “You’re really good”

Leandro glanced at her and rien got on his golf cart

Seraphina didn’t wait for John and hopped on the cart with Leandro. Sitting behind him, she leaned on the back of the seat and watched him, I haven’t seen you since I started seeing Joly! Have you been busy?”

Leandro’s eyes fell on John in the distance, “You seem to be the one who’s busier”

Following his gaze to John, Seraphina laughed, “Okay, let’s just say we were not meant to cross paths”

She paused and turned to Leandro, ‘By the way John invited me to Crystal Waters Island next week. He’s attending a wedding there and wants me to come along Do you think I should go? I’m torn if I don’t go, wall he thank I’m rejecting him? if I do, it would be our first trip together since we met Considering the whole boy girl thing, shouldn’t I be more cautious about this?!

With that, Seraphina gave Leandro’s shoulder a little nudge with her head, earnestly asking him, “You’re a guy, can you give me some advice? If you say I can go, I’ll go. If you say I can’t, then I wont is that okay?”

Jofin turned around after playing ball and saw them, a faint smile appearing on his face, “What are you guys chatting about?”

He took a seal next to Seraphina and only then did she speak up. “We’re discussing going to Crystal Waters Island”

John replied casually, then turned to Leandro, “That’s Mr Malloy’s daughters big wedding You know the drill, it could be awkward going alone, so I invited Seraphina as my plus one, but she’s still thinking it over You must have gotten an invite too, right? What do you think, wanna go?”

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I’m not available Leandro answered, curt and to the point.

John laughed, “I knew it, a busy bee like you wouldn’t have the time for these sorts of things

Seraphina asked with a hint of disappointment. “You’re not going? I heard the scenery there is really pretty You’re always so busy, and you should take some time off to chill, even if it’s just for a day‘

Hearing this, John turned to look at her, smiling. “So, what’s your decision?”

Seraphina looked at Leandro’s clear profile from behind, a slow smile spreading on her face, “Since Leandro istit going. I guess I’ll go in his place and enjoy that beautiful

view!”