About Me Being Adopted by Talula (Complete).

Summary

In this chapter, Orson finds himself in a new role as the senior security officer of the Rostov family, adjusting to life without his previous companion, Ino. He initially struggles to adapt but is impressed by the lavishness of the family’s staff cafeteria, despite his disdain for the wealthy. While enjoying his meal, he encounters a group of rough bodyguards who mock him, leading to a demonstration of his unique abilities, as he uses Originium arts to create a distraction. Soon after, Orson witnesses a tense meeting between Duke Bei Jia Er, a powerful noble, and Natalia's father, the head of the Luo Si Tuo Fu family. The duke threatens Natalia's father and demands he relinquish control of Qie City, showcasing the underlying power struggles between the old and new nobility. As the meeting concludes, Orson is subjected to a blood test by the duke’s guards, leading to a confrontation where he is struck but remains composed to avoid further trouble for Natalia and her family. Zhialu, Natalia's daughter, intervenes just in time to stop the guards, showing her influence despite the brutal environment. Orson learns more about Duke Bei Jia Er’s intentions and the fragile political situation in Qie City, reflecting on the larger conflicts at play. As the chapter unfolds, Orson's awareness of the dangers surrounding him increases, especially the looming threat posed by the old nobility muscling in on power. Finally, the chapter closes with Orson and Zhialu’s father discussing potential consequences should Orson be considered "Infected," hinting at the societal tensions regarding those carrying the infection. The dynamics within the Rostov family and the political intrigue around them hint at conflicts yet to come.

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