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From Illegitimate To A Zillionaire Heir CHAPTER 84
Looking around, Kanis reached for his face mask but paused halfway. Kiera was still in front of them, leading them to where they would find the car.A few staff members walked past, flashing Tedmond and Kanis a smile.“Hello.”“Welcome to Lilies Automobile.”“We are glad to have you here.”One even went as far as to ask, “Would you like a cup of tea?”Tedmond and Kanis did their best to respond to everyone’s greeting but shook their heads in polite refusal to the woman who had offered them tea. She nodded and left.“It’s her job to serve tea to our customers,” Kiera informed them. “I hope you’re comfortable.”“We are,” Tedmond replied.The Jadii staff were not as friendly as those he met at Lilies. Although he hadn’t met all the staff at Jadii, the hostile treatment from one employee and the guards gave him an impression of the company culture.Kanis reached for his hoodie, pulled it off, then removed his face mask, shaking his head to set his hair without touching it. He threw the ho
From Illegitimate To A Zillionaire Heir CHAPTER 84
Daniella flinched and slowly backed away from Kanis. She had no idea why he was acting that way toward her. She tried to open her mouth to speak, but no words came out.“There’s no use in trying to explain yourself,” Kanis added. “We already told you we aren’t interested in what you’re selling. As Kiera said, you’re trying to scam us with your tricks.”Tedmond stepped closer. “It would be better if you leave. Trust me, you don’t want to be here when I get mad.”She flinched further but refused to give up. “Just come back with me, and we’ll talk about this later. Jadii will serve you better than the others.”That was it. Kiera couldn’t let Daniella keep bothering their clients. “Security! Security!” she yelled.Daniella turned her head, not expecting Kiera to summon security so quickly. She still needed to convince Tedmond and Kanis.“Stop calling them!” Daniella yelled. “I still have to talk to the clients! They’re mine! I have to take them back!”Tedmond and Kanis turned their backs
From Illegitimate To A Zillionaire Heir CHAPTER 85
Tedmond looked at Linn, tilted his head to the side, and thought. He hadn’t seen the man before, nor had he heard his voice. This was clearly the first time.“Am I supposed to know you?” Tedmond questioned.Linn gritted his teeth in frustration and turned his gaze from Tedmond to Kanis. “Is he trying to mock me?!” he demanded. “Do something about your driver, or you will regret it.”Kanis frowned at him. “Why do you think he’s my driver?” he asked, wanting to understand what made Tedmond look like a driver. From what he could see, Tedmond had a powerful aura he’d never sensed in anyone else.“Isn’t it obvious that he’s a driver?” Linn questioned. “He’s your driver who came with you to pick up a cat and then drive you home. Now that he’s seen me, he’s pretending not to know me to get my attention. Is he trying to get me to hire him instead?”Tedmond and Kanis scoffed at the same time. They had no idea what he was talking about but could feel the stupidity in his words.“What are you tal
From Illegitimate To A Zillionaire Heir CHAPTER 86
A Race?Linn’s words echoed, making Kiera, who was outside the showroom, widen her eyes in surprise. She had heard about Linn’s races—he was notorious for challenging people, whether they were racers or not.She had enjoyed watching his videos but realized they weren’t as they seemed. Those he challenged were often people who had insulted his skills and claimed they could outperform him.However, witnessing it firsthand felt different. Linn had insulted Tedmond, and now he was pushing for an unfair race. Kiera’s face paled as the realization hit her. Had she been watching and enjoying bullying all this time? She had always rooted for Linn to win to see the look on his opponents' faces. Now, she felt sick.****“A race?” Tedmond asked, raising an eyebrow. “What do you mean by that?”Tedmond chose to question him instead of responding directly. He had no reason to react seriously yet.“Hah!” Linn smirked mockingly. “Are you planning to decline the challenge?”When Tedmond didn’t reply
From Illegitimate To A Zillionaire Heir CHAPTER 87
The race arena buzzed with excitement, engines roaring and chatter filling the air. The professional-grade track on the city's outskirts featured sharp turns, treacherous curves, and a long stretch for speed enthusiasts—a fitting stage for the showdown.Spectators packed the sidelines, some on elevated platforms, others leaning over barriers with phones ready to capture the action.Under the glare of floodlights, two identical sports cars gleamed—sleek, custom-detailed machines chosen by Linn to ensure his edge. Their engines growled, radiating power and daring the racers to conquer them.Reporters clustered near the starting line, their lenses fixed on Linn and Tedmond.Linn, in a flashy racing jacket and cap, basked in the crowd’s adoration. He strutted around his car, his grin wide as he exchanged words with fans and took jabs at Tedmond.Tedmond, in contrast, stood calm and composed in a simple black shirt and jeans. His steady gaze and relaxed demeanor exuded quiet confidence, dr
From Illegitimate To A Zillionaire Heir CHAPTER 88
Kanis glanced at Tedmond and noticed the way he moved the steering wheel. His blood ran cold. “Did he mess with the steering too?”“That’s what you get for playing dirty,” Linn muttered to himself, slamming on the accelerator. His car sped forward, the damaged tire barely holding up.Meanwhile, Tedmond’s makeshift fix began to stabilize the car slightly, but the strain was evident. Sweat trickled down his forehead as he focused on keeping the vehicle on course.Kanis, gripping the door handle tightly, glanced back at Linn’s car. “He’s catching up! At this rate, we’re doomed!”Tedmond smirked despite the chaos. “Not yet. We still have a chance. As long as I’m behind the wheel, he can’t cheat, nor can he win.”Reaching into his jacket pocket, Tedmond pulled out a small device and pressed a button.Behind them, a tiny compartment on their car opened, releasing an oil slick onto the track. Linn, unable to react in time, skidded out of control, his car spinning wildly before slamming into
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“I will make sure you regret this, kid,” Linn said, making sure to repeat it loud enough for Tedmond to hear. “Not only did you make a fool out of me in front of everyone, but you also made it so embarrassing.”Tedmond’s brows arched, and a slow grin spread across his face as he leaned closer, ensuring only Linn could hear him. “Didn’t you say I couldn’t win?” he asked, his voice taunting. “You even messed with my brakes and steering. Aren’t you shameless, blaming me for your failure?”Hearing Tedmond’s words, Linn’s annoyance was evident in the rhythmic twitch of his brows. “How dare you talk to me like that? You’re nothing but a cleaner. How dare you call me shameless?!”Tedmond’s grin widened, satisfied with Linn’s reaction. “Isn’t what I’m saying true?” he pressed. “You forced me into this race, even though I’m not a racer. You sabotaged my car, had tons of cheat sheets—and still lost.” Leaning closer, he whispered, “Isn’t that enough reason to call you shameless?”“You!” Linn yel
From Illegitimate To A Zillionaire Heir CHAPTER 90
Hearing the amount of money almost drove Linn insane. He had agreed to the bet because he was confident a driver like Tedmond wouldn’t be able to afford such an amount.He hadn’t considered losing or the possibility of having to pay up. Regret flashed across his face—if only he had thought about failure, he would never have agreed to such a reckless bet.He had accepted the terms because if Tedmond lost and couldn’t pay, Linn could offer him a job as a slave to work off his debt. But now, it seemed he might be the one facing humiliation.His net worth wasn’t close to covering the amount, and there was no way his family would support him, given how much they despised his delinquent behavior.“Five hundred million?” Linn asked, his voice tinged with disbelief. “That’s a lot of money.”“Walking around naked, it is, right?” Tedmond replied, his gaze steady and unyielding.Flinching, Linn shook his head, realizing he had no choice but to pay. It was better to lose money than endure the hum
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Although Tedmond knew his grandmother would eventually tell them, he hadn’t expected her to do it now.His gaze swept around the room, taking in the expressions of everyone present. Their eyes were wide with shock.They couldn’t believe what they were hearing.Not only had she accepted his outrageous terms, but she had also offered him her shares in exchange.None of them wanted that.A heavy silence fell over the room.Tedmond could feel the weight of their stares, the unspoken anger and disbelief hanging thick in the air.His father shifted in his seat, his jaw tightening. His uncles exchanged tense glances.Tina opened her mouth as if to speak, then closed it again, pressing her lips into a thin line.It was clear they were struggling to stay composed.Tedmond didn’t flinch. He had expected this reaction.He had spent too many years being treated like he didn’t belong.Now that the tables had turned, they would have to accept it—whether they liked it or not.Vivian’s voice broke th
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“You’re an illegitimate child,” Richard sneered, his voice dripping with disdain. “No matter what, you’d have to donate your blood anyway. It’s not like you have a choice. Don’t act like you’re doing us a favor.”Gerald added, “Yeah, Ottis is in trouble because of you. It’s time you stepped up.”“It's something that you must do,” Tina added, her grin widening since the others were taking her side. “The illegitimate child has to support the legitimate children.”Nodding her head, Evelyn liked how things were going. She even wished that Tedmond could donate his blood so that he would lose tons of blood. It reminded her of the time in the past when she had taken a certain person's blood for no valid reason.The mere thought of it brought a sinister smile on her face.“You know it is the right thing to do, right?” Evelyn said. “Ottis is in critical condition, and you have to donate the blood to him.”Harold remained silent, watching the exchange unfold. He wanted to see how Tedmond would
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At the same time, Tedmond was led into the doctor’s office by a nurse. She held the door open, nodded politely, and left without a word.He narrowed his eyes as she walked away. Odd. No greeting, no explanation. Just silence.Before he could dwell on it, a voice snapped him back.“You’re here, Mr. Tedmond,” the head doctor said, glancing up from a file.Tedmond gave a small nod.“Have a seat,” the doctor said, gesturing to the chair across his desk.Tedmond sat, posture relaxed but gaze sharp. He didn’t like surprise meetings, especially not from anyone connected to the Griffins.If Thomas had known the doctor would call him, he would’ve warned him. The silence meant one thing—this was orchestrated by the Griffins.“This isn’t just a friendly chat,” Tedmond said dryly. “What do you want?”The doctor offered a faint smile. “It’s about Ottis.”Tedmond waited.“You’re listed as one of the emergency blood matches in our system, based on an old check-up. You’re one of the few who can safel
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While other things were going on, Tedmond stood outside the hospital with one hand in his pocket. He considered heading back home since he had nothing to do at the hospital.However, on second thought, he changed his mind.He was certain his men had beaten up Ottis, but not so severely that it would require a blood transfusion.'Ottis must have done something else to make himself bleed that much.' Tedmond thought.He couldn’t help but wonder if Ottis had intentionally worsened his injuries to get back at him.Pulling out his phone, Tedmond dialed Thomas’s number. Since he didn’t have the bodyguards’ contacts, he couldn’t reach them directly. If he’d known he’d need to contact them again, he would’ve gotten their numbers. But now, it was too late.“Young master,” Thomas answered on the second ring.“Did you see the report from the bodyguards?” Tedmond asked, his voice low and calm.“Yes, young master. I was about to contact you—something seems off. According to the report, Ottis only s
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In the hospital ward where Vivian and Adeline sat, the beeping of machines provided the only rhythm in the heavy silence.The faint scent of antiseptic lingered in the air—sharp and cold.Vivian sat hunched at the edge of her seat, her hands clenched tightly in her lap. Her gray hair, once neatly tied back, had begun to come loose, with strands falling messily around her temples.Her eyes were red—not from crying, but from sheer exhaustion.Adeline paced near the window, arms folded tightly across her chest. Outside, the sun shone brightly, and she could see people moving about—some in wheelchairs, others deep in conversation with family members.The hallway beyond the door was quiet, save for the occasional shuffle of nurses’ shoes or the distant echo of a cough.Adeline had just told Vivian about Ottis’s current condition. Hearing that her grandson was in danger made Vivian panic.Her memory might not have been the sharpest, but she still felt pity for him.For him to be beaten that
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The sound of approaching footsteps caught his attention, and he turned his head toward the noise. There, he saw Tina storming toward him, a scowl darkening her face.Before he could process what was happening, she grabbed him by the collar and yanked him down to her height, her hand raised threateningly.“I asked you a question! How dare you ignore me?” she snapped, swinging her hand toward his face.But before she could land the slap, Tedmond caught her wrist mid-air. He hadn’t expected the attack, but there was no way he’d let her hit him—not anymore.He wasn’t the same person who used to stand still and take it.“What the hell is this supposed to be?” Tedmond demanded, a deep frown forming on his face."You—!" Her scowl deepened. “How dare you grab my hand? Do you have a death wish or something?!”“Death wish?” he echoed with a bitter chuckle. “No. I’ve just finally learned to stop letting people treat me like trash.”Tina’s eyes widened, taken aback by the calm defiance in his voi
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Max crossed his arms and leaned against the wall, glaring at Tedmond from the side. None of them could believe that Vivian was the same woman—they could tell she now cared about little things she never used to bother with.Adeline’s fist clenched. Ottis had told her everything that happened, and she wasn’t about to let Tedmond off the hook. But first, she needed to make sure Ottis got the blood he needed to recover. She could come back for Tedmond later.“Let’s go, Mother,” Adeline said, holding Vivian’s hand. “The doctor's office is over there. Let's get you tested.”Vivian nodded. “Alright. Let’s go.”As Adeline and Vivian headed off, Adeline turned around to give the others a subtle sign. A grin spread across her face when they nodded in response.They had understood her signal. Once she took the old lady away, Tedmond would be alone—and they could teach him a lesson.Tedmond, who had been watching, noticed Adeline’s signal. A sly grin tugged at his lips.‘I can’t wait to see wh
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Hearing that question was enough to make Max boil with anger. He knew Tedmond was taking advantage of their grandmother’s favoritism, but he hadn’t expected it to go this far.Max’s lips parted, ready to retort, but before he could get a word out, Vivian cut him off.“There’s no need to argue. Like Tedmond said, he’s your little brother, and you have to take care of him,” she said. “Instead of letting him drive, you’ll drive.”That was when Max remembered this had happened before—only back then, he had been the one in the backseat while Tedmond was asked to drive.Biting his lip until it bled, Max couldn’t hide his frustration. Now the roles were reversed, and he was the one being asked to drive.As far as Max could recall, his grandmother had always treated him better than anyone else in the family. It had always felt natural for her to take his side. But now that her attention had shifted to Tedmond, it seemed like she no longer cared about him.‘I’m not going to accept this,’ Max t
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Tedmond had seen Max angry before, but never this angry. This was the first time Max had yelled so much that he didn’t let anyone else speak.‘Was it because Grandma said she was going to give me the heir position?’ he wondered.“You think you’re better than me?” Max seethed. “You think you can just smile and pretend you’re the good guy? You’re not. You’re a snake. A bastard. A nobody trying to take my place.”Max took another step forward, now just inches from Tedmond’s face.“If you think I’m going to let this go… you’re dead wrong,” he said in a low, venomous tone. “You better watch your back, because I swear—I’ll make you regret ever stepping into this family.”Vivian, who was standing beside them, glared at Max, furious that he was saying things completely against her wishes.“That’s enough, Max!” Vivian scolded. “Go back to where you were standing.”Max whipped his head toward her, eyes bloodshot. “No! You don’t get to silence me! You started this—you betrayed me! Don’t expect m
