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Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 159: FIRST ATTACK BY COLLINS.
August Leonard was still trying to calm Joseph down. As they kept going through the antique fair, picking out items they liked, Joseph had not completely calmed down yet. He would occasionally glare at Miles in the distance.August placed a soothing hand on the man’s back. “You need to forget about that incident, Joseph. Don’t worry, Miles will eventually get what’s coming to him.”Joseph sighed with a brooding. “It still won’t change the fact that I got swindled by that fucking bastard!” He kept his voice at a low register while still glaring at Miles occasionally. “That $50 million could have been mine if Miles hadn’t fucking cheated me. I regret showing Professor Alexander in the first place. That expert was useless. Someone like Miles could actually decipher that there was a more precious painting hidden beneath it, which is just annoying.”August didn’t want to hear about Miles for a while honestly. Because of this same man, he had lost his contribution to the Jettex Industrial L
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 160: UNSEEN BEAT UP (1).
Miles’s fingers on his phone screen froze above the object as he let out a sigh. “You guys are really hell-bent on causing trouble that much, huh?” Though his voice was calm, his face had a cold expression that couldn’t be seen as it was bent down over the phone in his hands. He was having a great time chatting with his gorgeous wife, talking about how delicious Miles’s lunch is, so he was not happy at this interruption.Jonathan walked forward with a bit of nervousness. “Um, gentlemen, I think there’s a more proper way to settle whatever dispute is going on here. On behalf of my son-in-law, I would like to….”“You!” The leader of this group of bodyguards pointed at Jonathan, cutting him off. “Did I ask you to join this conversation?! If you try that again, I’ll slap you so hard that your mouth won’t utter a word for a month. Try me!” This bodyguard was being unnecessarily disrespectful and he knew it. But they are the bodyguards of Collins Webber. He’s been the one leading Collins’s
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 161: UNSEEN BEAT UP (2).
Everyone was left shocked and confused though, when Miles walked out of that room looking as dashing as he did when he entered five minutes ago. Not only did he look unbothered, but he also looked untouched. There was no physical indignation that he was roughened up at all, talk less of being beaten up. He walked with a swagger in his steps as he returned to Jonathan’s side.“Mr. Blaine, what did I miss?” Miles stood before his father-in-law and had his hands in his pocket, looking quite cool.“What?! Wait! What the hell is going on?!” Lesley couldn’t contain her shock as she began searching around her brother-in-law’s body, almost stripping him of his top outfit and touching every inch of his torso. “Miles, where the fuck are the bruises and the bleeding?”Miles held Lesley’s hands back and away from his body. “Relax, okay? I’m fine. Nothing much happened.”At that moment, the door opened again and a bunch of those bodyguards stepped out of the room. The scene became shocking as thes
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 162: TWO MORE SLAPS.
Miles stood before Collins with a slightly tilted head. His expression was cold as he stared directly into the man’s eyes.Those who had not entered the stone gambling room, saw what was happening and they quickly gathered around inconspicuously, not wanting to make their interest in this situation obvious, but that was what they ended up doing.Jonathan and Lesley held their breaths as they saw the way Miles was brazenly standing up to Collins. Neither of them could understand what was giving Miles the guts to do this. It was as if he was not afraid of the retaliation that would befall him once the Webber family as a whole was involved.“How dare you slap my face in that room?” Collins looked deeply into Miles’s unwavering eyes with astonishment. “I’m almost shocked at your bravery. Do you not have any fucking idea who I am? It seems you have never tasted the edges of death before, have you? You have no idea what messing with me will cost you and your family. I won’t only destroy you
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 163: PRECIOUS STONE GAMBLING.
Everyone still couldn’t believe what they had witnessed. They were all aware at this point that Miles was an ordinary man who was simply fortunate enough to be the son-in-law of a man like Jonathan. Still, Jonathan’s status in the city wasn’t that significant, and worse, Miles was known to be a stay-at-home dad who lived off of his hardworking wife’s earnings. Yet, this seemingly ordinary man had stood up to someone as powerful and influential as Collins Webber. Even a lot of men whose status was far superior to Miles’s, they wouldn’t dare face the son of the Webber family, knowing how their method of revenge can be extremely cruel and borderline evil.Miles went into a room full of capable bodyguards and he single-handedly dealt with all of them seriously, to the point where they were struggling to walk upright. Then he stood up to Collins and publicly humiliated him with brutal slaps, two in addition to the one he had given the man in private.Miles was looking like an untouchable d
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 164: BAITED BY A JEWELRY TYCOON.
This was how the process was recycling for every gemstone showcased on the stage, one at a time. The war of bidding was fierce and people kept trying to one-up each other for whichever gemstone caught their eyes.Unfortunately for Miles, he wasn’t interested in this session at all. He had only remained here because Lesley begged him to be here. He was starting to get seriously bored as time went on. He glanced at his father-in-law to find him also in a similar state of boredom. He then shifted his gaze to find Lesley in a much more thrilled emotional state. She was genuinely enjoying this session.Miles sighed, thinking he may have to come up with an excuse to get the heck out of this place, and that was when a particularly skinny and average-height man caught his eyes. Miles stared a little longer until he recalled who this person was.“What is Krone Dodge doing here?” Miles f owned as he recognized this man.“Krone Dodge? Who’s that?” Jonathan, who was seated right beside Miles, sco
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 165: CHALLENGE ACCEPTED.
Caleb Autumn was not happy about this situation at all. It was so sudden and there was very little option out of this conundrum he was suddenly put into. He glanced through the crowd and saw their eyes on him. At this point, he knew that he had no choiceThe main reason for his hesitance was the inclusion of the import channel rights owned by Dominion City. Years of control over this and he might lose it in the hands of that man because of a gamble. Sadly, he couldn’t turn away from the challenge, or else, his reputation as the jewelry industry leader was at great stake.Caleb cleared his throat before facing Krone Dodge. “Challenge accepted.”The crowd suddenly cheated and Miles and his in-laws, along with the rest of the crowd realized something. About 30% of this crowd were from Edgewood-Ave City, and they were here to support none other than Krone Dodge. This was a setup, which meant that they came fully prepared to win this gamble. If this ends up in their favor, not only does th
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 166: DOMINION VS EDGEWOOD-AVE.
The older man with a goatee thought about it for a moment before quickly nodding his head. “I accept this prestigious choice, Mr. Caleb.” He got up from his seat.“Woah! Alright, I think Mr. Caleb made a good choice picking Justin Fallon.” Lesley praised in an excited but lowered voice.Miles became curious at his little sister-in-law’s excitement. “Is this Justin Fallon really that good as an appraisal expert?”Lesley looked at Miles with incredulity that he even asked that question. “You’ve never heard of Justin Fallon?! This guy is so good that he actually ranked seventh in the global gemstone gambling and antique appraisal.”Miles’s brows rose when he heard this. “I see.” He looked back on stage with a head nod.Krone Dodge chuckled on the stage when he saw who Caleb Autumn had picked. He then glanced to a section of the audience where Edgewood-Ave City’s merchants were seated. “I’m choosing Lincoln Park, as my representative.”“I accept as the chosen, Mr. Dodge!” A young man spok
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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
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?"
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
