Seeking Forgiveness


    Seraphina''s return wasn''t just a media frenzy-it reopened old wounds for many.


    After all, she was the sole survivor of the ne crash.


    Her brief statement quickly won over the public.


    Even Kaveh''s studio decided to pull down theirtest video out of respect.


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    "Her empathy shows in every detail. At a time like this, she''s still thinking of others. Seraphina''s heart is unmatched," onement read.


    "She''s beautiful, kind, and thoughtful. I''d marry her in a heartbeat! Please, let her debut as a celebrity!" Another enthused.


    Onement, however, stood out from the rest. "I''m a family member of one of the crash victims. We believe that, like Seraphina, they''re out there somewhere, going through an adventure. They''lle home one day. We hope Seraphina keeps living well because she''s our beacon of hope."


    Seraphina had just gotten her new phone, and the topment caught her eye. It was from a family member of one of the missing passengers.


    She immediately replied. "Whether separated by time or distance, there will always be a day for them to return. Thank you for never giving up.


    Perhaps it was her heartfelt words, or maybe someone behind the scenes lowered the media''s interest.


    Either way, the storm eventually settled. No more reporters waited outside the Cross Group building.


    With life back to normal, Seraphina didn''t rush back to work. Maybe the exhaustion from surviving on that deserted ind was finally catching up to her, but she was genuinely enjoying the slow, leisurely pace of life.


    Emeris was more than happy to indulge her. Every day, they went fishing, strolled through the city. boarded yachts, and even watched online shopping streams together. He organized parties for her, never hesitating to spendvishly. Life was peaceful and utterly beautiful.


    Seraphina was surprised to receive a call from an unfamiliar number. She assumed it was a friend with a new number and answered excitedly.


    "Hello, name please..." She teased.


    The


    person on the other end was silent for a second.


    "Orion, came the deep, familiar voice.


    Beep!


    The call disconnected


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    Seeking Forgiveness


    Orion stared at the now-ck screen of his phone: his expression turned grim.


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    He had been abroad for weeks, and his heart was aching from missing her. He was concerned about her health and mental recovery.


    Right now, he wasn''t sure he had the right to worry about her at all.


    He had watched Kaveh''s unreleased video countless times. Each viewing suffocated him with a deep ache.


    Everyone online praised her bravery, resilience, and luck.


    Only he saw through it all, sensing the pain and fear she kept hidden inside.


    The moment he got off the ne, he couldn''t resist borrowing a crew member''s phone to call her.


    And what happened?


    Behind him, Ken carried the luggage. He observed Orion''s somber and withdrawn figure with caution. Atst, he mustered the courage to inform his boss. "Mr. Dros, that was William''s phone."


    William Hooffman, the driver, nervously nced at his cheap phone, which Orion had nearly crushed in his grip.


    Ken''s number was too familiar to Seraphina; therefore, Orion had used an unknown number to call her.


    After all, he had saved her life. He thought their connection had to be different now.


    Surprisingly, the moment she heard his name, Seraphina hung up on him without a second thought.This is the property of N?-velDrama.Org.


    Orion deleted her number; his expression was cold and distant. He tossed the phone back to Ken, and his entire presence screamed, Stay away from me.


    Ken quickly returned the phone to William before catching up to Orion''s rapid pace.


    "Mr. Dros, an art gallery will be opening tonight. Lucas Stroudsburg, the renowned artist, is hosting the event. They''ve invited you to attend the softunch of the restaurant."


    Meanwhile, back at the Cross household, Seraphina hummed a light tune as she browsed through her walk-in closet to pick out the perfect dress for tonight''s event. It was the first public appearance she would make since her return, and she wanted to make sure she looked wless.


    That phone call was nothing more than a brief interruption. She didn''t dwell on it. Seraphina wanted. Orion to know she was grateful, but if he thought that meant reconciliation, he was mistaken. Re- marrying him? Not a chance!


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