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Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 120: AUGUST LEONARD.
“I see the party has started way before me!”All four adults at the table turned their heads to find a man in formal wear walking towards them.Mark immediately perked up. “Mr. Leonard, you’re finally here.” He looked cheerful, not showing any signs that he had just been roasted. He shook hands with the man before guiding him to sit at the last vacant chair at this table. “You’re welcome, Mr. Leonard.” He suddenly thought of a way to get back at Miles for the insult. “Actually, I was just asking Mr. Miles here if he was really sure that he would pay for our meals. I’ve been trying to convince him that he shouldn’t pay for anything considering he’s a stay-at-home dad with no income whatsoever.” He smiled daringly at Miles.Lola was shocked when she heard this lie. She was about to come after Mark for this but Miles slowly and gently caressed her hands underneath the table while keeping a calm stare on Mark.“Oh really?!” August stared at Miles with disdain before scoffing and shifting
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 121: IGNORING MILES.
Mark whispered to his girlfriend. “Mr. Leonard pooped himself in his mid-twenties?”Abigail was starting to laugh as she couldn’t hold it in. She did, however, shut her mouth as soon as she found August glaring at her. Mark Denim saw this as well and immediately calmed himself down.August folded his hands into a fist as he turned to Lola. “Miss Lola, just because you and I have a history back in college doesn’t mean I’ll sit here and let you insult me. That story you just told was an absolute lie at a horrible attempt to humiliate me or just a testament to your distorted reality.”“Distorted reality?!” Lola felt offended by this. “Mr. August Leonard, you’re practically calling me insane.”August chuckled darkly. “Those are your words, not mine.” He looked unbothered. “Besides, if your perception of reality wasn’t so warped, why on earth would you choose to be with a man like Miles? I mean it is no offense to your husband’s hustle life, but we’re has that gotten you. That man you foun
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 122: DEVIOUS INVITATION.
August came up with a plan. “By the way, have I told you guys that I’m hosting a class reunion party for our college friends? Lola, I am extending a special honors invitation to you. As my past crush who I still think of very dearly, I would like for you to show up as one of my VIP guests.” He had said those unnecessary descriptive words about what Lola meant to him to make Miles jealous, and yet, he still got no evident reaction of jealousy from his target. “Of course, you can bring your husband as your plus one.”This was another clear insult to Miles. Usually, the plus-one spots are reserved for outsiders who show up as an honorary guest of the VIP guest. He openly denies Miles an invitation to the class reunion he was a part of, only allowing him to come as baggage, which August finds reflective of what Miles is to Lola. After all, the man still assumed that Miles was a stay-at-home dad with no single penny to his name. Funny enough, Mark got invited even though he wasn’t part of
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 123: SHOCKED BY THE MANAGER (1).
Meanwhile, August nodded his head. “You know what? That’s fine, actually. I know one of the managers here. I can just talk to him and see what we can do about it.” As soon as Abigail and Mark heard this, a pleasant expression appeared on their faces and they expressed their gratitude to August.“Don’t even mention it.” August waved a dismissive hand before he made a call. “Hello, Manager Kim, are you currently at work? Yeah, I’m actually here with my friends. They are currently having an issue with the payment of the membership for this establishment. Are you currently free?” He kept quiet as he listened to the man on the other side. “Oh really? Yeah, it would be great if you can show up. Alright then, I’ll be expecting you quite soon.” He chuckled at something before ending the call.Abigail turned to Mark. “Damn! Mr. Leonard is really an influential man. Also, his wealth is not something to be looked down on at all. I’m really glad we’re on his good side. He's really gonna help us
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 124: SHOCKED BY THE MANAGER (2).
“Wait!” Manager Kim suddenly shut August up as he stared at Miles with a little frown. “Oh my goodness!” His eyes suddenly widened as a realization crossed his mind. “Mr. Miles, is that you?!”There was a shocking silence that traveled through the atmosphere surrounding the table. Mark, August, Abigail, and Lola were lost when they heard this man’s words. What was even more shocking was when Manager Kim, in his prestigious outfit, suddenly rushed forward and fell on his knees by Miles’s feet.“Mr. Miles, it’s really you! I am so sorry that it took this long to pay my proper respects! I really had no idea you would be here tonight, especially with Mr. Leonard.”“That’s enough, Manager Kim. You can get up now.” Miles only looked at the man briefly before he turned his gaze back on his beautiful wife, enamored by her great support tonight.Meanwhile, the rest at this table had their mouths wide open while staring at Miles and Manager Kim. They weren’t sure if what they had borne witness
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 125: SURPRISING OFFER.
Lola was immensely shocked as she shifted her gaze from Manager Kim, who wouldn’t stop looking at Miles like he was some deity, to Miles who was abnormally unreactive to this. “Miles, you didn’t tell me that you knew this manager.” She made sure she was whispering her words though.Miles scrunched his nose briefly. “I guess you can say we’re acquaintances, but we barely see each other.” He glanced at Manager Kim before he resumed whispering back to his wife. “This is exactly why I didn’t want him or any of the other managers to know I was here. They’d only end up making a big deal out of things.”Lola was astonished. She really wasn’t mistaken with her train of thought on this. Miles really was a man full of various surprises. If this Manager Kim hadn’t shown up tonight, Lola would have never known that Miles knew him. This prompted her to wonder what else she didn’t know about Miles. Are there any important figures in this huge city that Miles knew but she had no idea about? Lola wo
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 126: INVITATION BY JONATHAN.
Manager Kim was quite sad before when Miles refused his offers, but now, he felt his mood lighten up. “Very well, Mr. Miles, it’s a deal. I’ll be holding you up on this promise, okay?” After this, he wished everyone a good dinner, instructed one of the waiters to deliver a couple of the restaurant’s most expensive champagne and he left.August was furious as he watched Manager Kim walk away. The fact that this manager didn’t even end up attending to the matter he called him over here for was humiliating and infuriating at the same time.As soon as this was over, Mark and Abigail suddenly scooted their seats over to Miles’s side of the table.“Mr. Miles, you know, now that I think about it, I think a janitorial job at Jettex Industrial Limited is not befitting at all.” Mark had suddenly switched personality so fast that Lola was shocked.Abigail was also smiling at Miles. “Miles, I know we had a little bit of a grudge back in college, and we never resolved it. I’m happy to let you know
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 127: DESPERATE LUCAS.
“Hello, Miles. How are you today?” Mr. Blaine’s voice came through the call with a calm tone.“I’m well, Mr. Blaine. What about you?” Miles made sure to extend the warm welcome to his father-in-law.“I’m fine as well.” Mr. Blaine chuckled slightly. “Also, please call me by my first name. You may be my son-in-law but this is not the nineties, okay?”“Got it, Jonathan.” Miles was actually hesitant to say the man’s name in this manner. “How may I help you?”“There’s an upcoming antique fair taking place in the city and I’d like you to come with me.” Jonathan went straight to the point. “After your last visit to the mansion, I was quite surprised that you picked out a jade box that was worth millions of dollars for me. Unfortunately, my wife had ruined things with her temper.” He allowed a moment of silence to pass at this point. “On that note, I understand you left the mansion on my birthday, feeling incredibly hurt and disrespected by my family. As the patriarch of the Blaine family, I’
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Chapter 270: The Sweetheart Story
Miles knelt down to her level, smiling softly. "We did, sweetheart. But winning was just the first step. Now we have to make sure it stays won."Sarah's brow furrowed in confusion. "What do you mean?"Miles quickly looked at his family, then shifted his focus back to Sarah. "We still have a large amount of work in front of us." Nevertheless, I think we are prepared for the challenge. Do you want to assist us in improving the city? Sarah nodded with great enthusiasm. "May I work as your aide?" The room was filled with laughter, relieving the tension that was growing. Miles stood and playfully tousled Sarah's hair. "You have the ability to become anything you desire, young one. "That is the main objective." Maxwell cleared his throat, drawing everyone's attention. "Miles, there's something else we need to discuss. About your role in the family."Miles tensed, memories of their past conflicts flooding back. "Dad, I-"Maxwell held up a hand. "Let me finish. I was wrong, son. I tried t
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Chapter 269: Aftermath
Miles paused at the door, turning back to face his defeated enemy. "You're right about one thing, Ethan. It's not over. It's just beginning. But this time, we're building something better. Something just."With that, they left, racing towards the Lyon compound. While driving through the city streets, they observed evidence of the night's happenings all around - police barriers, lights flashing, and groups of spectators. "What do you think Joseph Lyon has?" Lola asked, her brow furrowed with concern.Miles shook his head. "I don't know, but we can't let him walk. Whatever it is, we'll face it together."They arrived at the Lyon compound to find it in chaos. Creek family members and newly arrived police officers were everywhere, securing the premises and rounding up Lyon family members and associates.Elena met them at the entrance, her face grim. "Joseph's in the basement. He's threatening to upload some kind of dossier to the internet if we don't let him go.""What's in the dossier?"
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Chapter 268: The Tone Deaf Declaration
Elena's voice came through, tense but steady. "She's inside. Ethan took the bait. He's got her in his office."Miles tightened his fists, suppressing the anxiety eating away at his stomach. "Okay then. I am entering. Always remain committed to the plan, regardless of any obstacles that may arise. With that, he walked confidently towards the front door, feeling his heart racing but remaining determined. The guards by the entrance became tense when he neared. Miles declared that he is here to visit Ethan with a commanding tone that left no room for disagreement. The guards nervously looked at each other before one of them communicated on his radio. After a brief pause, they moved out of the way, letting Miles go through. While strolling through the grand corridors, Miles couldn't shake the thought of the countless lives ruined to uphold this image of authority and extravagance. He prepared himself, aware that tonight marked the end of everything. He reached Ethan's office door, pau
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Chapter 267: The Showdown
Miles took a deep breath, his mind racing with possibilities. "We need to create a distraction. Something big enough to draw Ethan's attention away from his office."Lola stepped forward, her face set with determination. "I have an idea. But you're not going to like it."Miles turned to her, concern etched on his face. "Lola, what are you thinking?""Me," she said simply. "I'll turn myself in to Ethan. Tell him I'm abandoning you, that I want to make a deal.""Absolutely not," Miles said firmly. "It's too dangerous."Lola stood her ground. "It's the perfect distraction. Ethan won't be able to resist the opportunity to use me against you.""She's right," Rachel interjected. "Ethan's obsessed with destroying you, Miles. Having Lola in his grasp would be irresistible."Miles shook his head, his voice rising. "No, I won't risk you like that. There has to be another way.""There isn't," Lola insisted. "We're running out of time and options. This is our best shot."Maxwell placed a hand on
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Chapter 266: Revelations and Regret
"Dad!" he called out. "This way!"In some way, amidst the chaos and lack of light, they succeeded in coming together again and leaving the cabin. In the woods, they ran without direction, with the sound of their pursuers not far behind. "There's a river approaching," Maxwell gasped while they ran. "If we manage to get across, we could risk losing them." They continued moving forward, with branches lashing their faces and the ground unpredictable beneath their feet. At last, the sound of water rushing reached their ears. "We arrived," Elena wheezed. But as they reached the riverbank, a shot rang out. Miles felt a searing pain in his arm and stumbled."Miles!" Lola cried out."I'm fine," he forced through clenched teeth. "We must continue to keep going forward." Stepping into the icy water, they could hear their pursuers approaching nearer. Miles glanced behind him and observed flashlights moving among the trees. With a sinking heart, he came to the realization that we will not be
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Chapter 265: The Twisted Path
While driving in uncomfortable silence, the city lights disappeared in the distance. After what felt like an endless amount of time, Dorian veered onto a dirt path that twisted through thick forests. "He declared that we are nearly there." Out of nowhere, headlights were visible in the rearview mirror. Dorian muttered curses quietly. "They've found us."Miles twisted in his seat, his heart pounding. "How? We were so careful!""Questions later," Dorian growled, pressing down on the accelerator. "Hold on, everyone!"The vehicle surged ahead, jolting harshly over the bumpy road. Sarah began to weep, and Lola tried her hardest to console her while hanging on tightly. "That way!" Elena yelled while indicating the direction in front. A tiny cabin appeared, tucked in between the trees. Maxwell came to a halt in front of the cabin. "Everybody, leave!" "Hurry up!" They scrambled out of the car, Miles helping Lola with Sarah while Elena and Maxwell grabbed what few bags they had managed t
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Chapter 264: The Chase Intensifies
It's a gamble," she remarked, "but there's a chance it could succeed." Count me in. One after another, the rest of the Autumns concurred. When they joined hands to confirm their sudden collaboration, Miles felt a spark of hope for the first time in weeks. Miles did not realize that another person was secretly listening to their conversation. In a room on the upper floor, Maximilian Autumn, the eldest child of Nigel and heir of the Autumn family, was having a conversation on the telephone. "Did you get all that, Ethan?" Maximilian whispered.On the other end of the line, Ethan Chariot's voice crackled. "Every word. Good work, Maximilian. Your family's betrayal won't be forgotten when this is all over."Maximilian's grip tightened on the phone. "Just remember our deal. When the dust settles, I want control of both the Autumn and Chariot families."Ethan chuckled darkly. "Of course. As long as you hold up your end, you'll get everything we agreed upon. Now, let's discuss how we're goi
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Chapter 263: Unexpected Allies
While embracing each other, both fully conscious of the peril nearby, a faint voice was heard from the staircase. "Mom?" Father? "What's happening?" Miles and Lola looked in the direction Sarah was standing, her worried expression evident on her small face. They shared a glance, aware that their future decisions would impact not only their destiny, but also that of their daughter and the whole city. Miles kneeled and extended his arms towards Sarah. "Sweetheart, please come over here." Mom and Dad have something significant they need to inform you about. While Sarah embraced them, Miles and Lola promised quietly to defend their family and seek retribution against anyone who posed a threat. The larger view was starting to become clear, bringing with it the understanding that their lives were about to change forever. The sudden ringing of the doorbell surprised Miles and Lola, interrupting their quiet chat. Miles cautiously approached the door, looking through the peephole. Surpris
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Chapter 262: The Shocking Revelation
He was startled by the ringing of the doorbell. He opened the door and saw Rachael Autumn standing there, her face showing signs of worry. "Rachael? What are you doing here?" Miles asked, ushering her inside.Rachael wrung her hands nervously. "Miles, we need to talk. It's about your family... and mine."Miles' eyes narrowed. "You mean how your family has been lying to me all this time? Using me?"Rachael flinched. "It's not like that, Miles. We didn't have a choice.""There's always a choice, Rachael," Miles spat. "You could have told me the truth.""And you?" Rachael shot back. "You lied too. You said you were single, that you were just Miles Autumn. Was that all a ploy to get close to us, to get information?"Miles stepped back, stunned. "What? No, I... I never said I was single. I just... I didn't mention my family because I was trying to protect them."Rachael's eyes softened. "I believe you, Miles. But you have to understand, we're all caught up in something bigger than ourselv
