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Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 192: TAKING IT TO THE O’BRIEN’S HOUSE.
That weekend, Miles, Lesley, and Jonathan showed up at the O’Brien’s household. The house was moderately classy but it wasn’t anything too special. This immediately confirmed that the family was indeed a middle-class family. But then, Miles was living in a two-bedroom apartment while he's a Trillionaire in realityReaching this point, Miles began to wonder if it was high time he moved out of that crappy apartment and get Lola and little Kelsey a lavish mansion that they deserve. This was long overdue.The two families settled down and they had an amazing lunch together, talking about casual topics to pass the time. Something major had changed about the O’Brien family’s behavior, and it was easily noticeable to Jonathan and Lesley. The three O’Briens were now talking to Miles with so much respect. In comparison to the previous setting, the high-end restaurant, the O’Brien family had now changed their attitudes regarding how they interact with Miles. This made sense though. Miles had be
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 193: JEWELRY PRESIDENT.
There was a short and lean old man in a black tailored suit. Due to Xavier’s keen eyes when it comes to quality materials, he was able to tell that this suit was quite exquisite. In conclusion, the man standing by the door was definitely a high-class man.The old man in a black suit dropped his head slightly in a show of respect. “Apologies for the sudden intrusion. My name is Coleman Black.”“Coleman Black?” Xavier squinted his eyes with a frown as he stared at this man in silence. His eyes suddenly widened in shock as he finally recognized him. “Oh my goodness! Wait, you’re the Coleman Black?! As in Coleman Black, the President of Prismone Jewelry?!”“Oh!” Coleman Black had a slightly astonished expression on his face. “You recognize me?” He stood with a straight back as he readdressed himself. “I’m Coleman Black, the President of Prismone Jewelry Store – the elite-tier jewelry store in Dominion City. Nice to meet you.“Oh my goodness!” Xavier was lost for words, truly. Of course, h
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 194: GIFT FOR LOLA.
Coleman Black cleared his throat. “It’s actually not that expensive, Little Miss Lesley. It’s simply a bit over $230,000.”Laura gasped at the price stated as ‘not that expensive’. Truly, the elite-tier citizens were on another level of existence. Their understanding of expensive and cheap was not something those in the middle or lower class could dare compare with.“Um, wow!” Xavier chuckled earnestly as he found himself struggling to look away from the dazzling cufflinks. “Jonathan, you are one lucky man to have that. More so, to have it delivered by the president?! That’s just….” He couldn’t find the words he needed to finish expressing his thoughts.The three members of the O’Brien family couldn’t help but think of the one person who was responsible for this unbelievable scenario playing out right in their eyes. They stared at Miles to find him sitting with the calmest demeanor, spotting a warm smile that would make anyone see him as the most peaceful man in the world. They really
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 195: ANOTHER JEWELER.
Everyone immediately noticed the change in Coleman’s demeanor when he asked Laura that question. The air was silent but filled with awkwardness, and Laura felt the burn of it as she was left stunned by that question.“Um… I’m Laura O’Brien, the lady of this house.” She spoke with a tone that conveyed she was a bit embarrassed. Her reaction was caused by the humiliation she felt just now. Coleman had spoken to her dismissively as if reprimanding her for speaking. “You’re in my house.” Her voice went stiffer than she intended. This was truly an embarrassing situation for her.“Oh, I totally forgot.” Coleman’s gaze shifted around the house with little interest and a trace of disdain seeping out from his gaze before he returned his focus to Miles.Lesley was struggling to hold in her laughter at this point, and her father was glaring at her, silently telling her not to dare laugh, while he was also struggling to keep his smile at bay.Miles looked at the beautiful necklace. “Lila would lo
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 196: THEY KEEP COMING.
The O’Brien family didn’t know what came over them when they agreed to move their meeting to Miles’s home. It was specifically Xavier who agreed on behalf of his family, and his wife and son couldn’t say otherwise. Well, they could but they simply didn’t want to. After finding out how extraordinary Miles truly is, they want to see how his home is.When everyone got to Miles’s home, they were quite stunned to find out how ordinary and low-class his house was. To Coleman Black and Jeremiah Clover, who knew that Miles was the chairman and true owner of the Eckre Empire Headquarters, they couldn’t understand why Miles chose to live in such an ordinary apartment. Still, they couldn’t ignore that Miles had shown an insane level of intelligence through the short time they had known him. Plus l, his achievements were too incredible to look down on. Thus, the two jewelry tycoons concluded that Miles must have had a very unique reason for living here.The members of the O’Brien family, on the o
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 197: UNEXPECTED VISITORS.
“Both of them.” Miles didn’t hesitate to give his answer before moving back to the important topic. “Have you noticed that every single one of these visitors in my living room right now are all high-class merchants of Dominion City?” He smiled wider as he saw the shock grow on his father-in-law’s face. It was clear that Jonathan had never thought about that until Miles mentioned it. “Now that they know that the import channels to regional raw materials along the borders of Dominion City and the private import channels, which are far richer than the former, are both in my possession, they know that it is now possible for them to negotiate some individual deal with me. This was never the case when the Import channels were in the possession of Caleb Autumn as that man was bound by his position to the city as the Jewelry industry leader.”Jonathan took in a deep breath as he slowly wrapped his head around everything Miles had just explained to him. “I see. So what are you going to do abou
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 198: CONFRONTATIONS AND REVELATIONS
As Caleb Autumn stepped into the room, the other jewelry merchants turned their attention to him, their faces lighting up with forced smiles."Mr. Autumn," a merchant named Harold greeted, bowing slightly. "What an honor to see you here.""Indeed, it is," Caleb replied, his smile not reaching his eyes. "The pleasure is mine, Harold."Another merchant, Marjorie, stepped forward, her voice sugar-coated with flattery. "Caleb, you grace us with your presence. We were just admiring your latest collection at the exhibition."Caleb's eyes flicked to her, a hint of amusement in his gaze. "Ah, yes. The collection. I do hope it met your high standards, Marjorie.""It was exquisite," she assured him, her cheeks coloring slightly.As the merchants continued to exchange pleasantries, Caleb's sharp eyes scanned their faces, noting the underlying tension in their expressions. He could see through their facade, recognizing their betrayal.“Mr. Autumn, if I may, we were just about to discuss the futur
Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law CH. 199: HIDDEN TRUTHS AND VEILED THREATS
Caleb took a deep breath. "First, we establish a consortium, with representatives from the Blaine family, the Autumn family, and the Dominion City Council. This consortium will oversee the management and distribution of the import channels, ensuring that all parties benefit."The room buzzed with murmurs. This was an unexpected move, but it showed Caleb’s willingness to cooperate and maintain control.Miles smiled and without answering turned to the merchants. "You will have the opportunity to bid for access through the consortium. This ensures transparency and fairness."Caleb frowned and Nigel could not help but chuckle at Miles's speech. He knew deep down Miles just squashed any hope for them to get an exclusive right to the channel. And yet he plans to hear them out. Nigel could not help but be impressed by the young man's charisma.Miles turned to the gentleman. "Agreed. Now, let's work out the details."As the discussions began in earnest, Jonathan watched with a sense of awe. M
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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
