Tangled in His Obsession (Seraphina)

Chapter 500

Upon hearing Simon's words, Seraphina's expression subtly shifted.

Valerio seemed a bit stunned, not understanding why Simon had suddenly become Grandpa, his eyes filled with confusion as he glanced at Seraphina for confirmation.

Seraphina felt a headache brewing and avoided the topic, turning to Valerio, "What did you go out to buy so early? Let me see."

In truth, not many stores were open on New Year's Day morning; the father and son had simply gone out early for a stroll out of boredom, picking up a couple of toys for Valerio along the way.

Simon watched as Valerio displayed the toys, a smile quickly spreading across his face. He pushed a large box towards Valerio, "This is a gift from me."

The box was nearly as big as Valerio himself, who was visibly taken aback. Once again, he looked towards Seraphina, seeking her guidance. Seraphina's face wasn't looking too pleased, but perhaps for Andrea's sake, and because it was New Year's Day, she managed to keep her cool and said to Valerio, "Don't you know to say thank you when you receive a gift?"

"Thank you" Valerio blurted out, but after the thanks, he was at a loss for what to say next.

Simon patted his head and smiled, "No worries, take your time."

He then reached into his pocket and pulled out two envelopes, handing one to Valerio, "This is your allowance."

"Thank you." Valerio took the envelope, politely expressing his gratitude.

Only then did Simon turn to Seraphina, extending the other envelope to her, "Sera, this is for you."

"Me?" Seraphina let out a light laugh, "I've been an adult for quite some time now."

"Mm-hmm." Simon nodded and continued, "But I've never given you anything, and although it's just a formality, I'd like to make up for the past." Hearing this, Seraphina subtly turned her face away, reluctant to accept the envelope.

Luckily, Andrea quickly reached out, took the envelope from Simon, and placed it in her hands, "Take it, it's a token of dad's affection."

the envelope, carelessly tossing it onto the

walked out, her figure quickly disappearing

was obvious to everyone that her cell phone was left on the couch, alongside Simon's envelope. The room fell silent except for the sound of Valerio

up on the awkward atmosphere

the family, soon broke the silence with a smile, "Sera's always been tough on the outside but soft on the inside." Simon nodded, showing no signs of blame or anger, simply saying, "I

up and made his

Seraphina sat on a bench, staring blankly at the garden, the early New

her gaze hardened

and said, "Do you feel I came too

so shrewd and decisive, might

eyebrows slightly, waiting for her

scoffed, "Do you really think that what you did in the past, a couple of paintings, a gift, some kindness, can make up for

know what I've taken from you,

my father," Seraphina said through clenched teeth, her words deliberate and

in his place," Simon

makes you think you can replace him?" Seraphina retorted

veins," Simon

vehemently denied, "No, we're

ahead," Simon said, "There's plenty of time to

then added, "I am your father, that's

eventually stood up and walked away before Simon could speak

still stayed for

meal, Simon lingered, not in a rush to leave. He learned a lot about Seraphina's childhood from Conway, looked through many of her childhood photos, and even picked a few pictures of Seraphina from

small living room, with

living room was filled with presents—all for