Old Ms. Mimi, a woman of immense wealth and influence, commanded respect both within her family and the broader community. Her assets were worth hundreds of millions of dollars, and her authority was unquestioned. However, she was deeply angered by Ethan’s persistent provocations and was determined to make him submit to her authority.At that moment, as she held her poodle, Lucky, in her arms, the dog suddenly leaped out and dashed towards Ethan.“Lucky!!”Ms. Mimi exclaimed in surprise, urgently calling for her pet. But Lucky ignored her and continued running towards Ethan.Ethan picked up Lucky with a broad smile, the poodle’s tail wagging furiously as it licked his hand with unrestrained joy. For the past three years, Ethan had been the one to meticulously care for Lucky. He cleaned up after the dog, took it to the vet for vaccinations, and nursed it back to health whenever it fell ill. This consistent care had forged a strong bond between them, making Ethan the person Lucky felt c
Ethan found himself surrounded by eight adversaries, yet he remained remarkably composed. His calm demeanor wasn’t due to overconfidence but stemmed from his acute awareness of the vast difference between true professionals and mere amateurs.While his opponents might be considered skilled compared to the average person, they were novices when measured against those seasoned by years of combat and the grim reality of death.Ethan’s journey in martial arts began in his childhood, honing his strength and skills to a high level of proficiency. However, his true edge lay in the legacy of his family’s Ancestral System, a heritage that endowed him with unparalleled abilities.Four years ago, a year before Ethan became the live-in son-in-law of the Reynolds family, his own family had sent him to Syria for an extended period. This experience was meant to harden him, to prepare him for the challenges ahead.The eight men standing before him now, despite their frequent brawls, lacked the lethal
The Richard Mille watch and a few antique paintings in the Reynolds’ basement held no significance for Ethan. The only thing he couldn’t bear to part with was Lucky, the poodle he had cared for over the past three years, as it was the only one that showed him gratitude.After Ethan’s departure, Salvatore and his men left the villa in a disheveled state. Once inside the car, Alexander hurried over, expressing his gratitude to Salvatore for keeping his secret, even after being beaten.“Salvatore, are you alright?” Alexander asked, looking embarrassed.Salvatore, enraged, responded, “How dare you give me such a difficult task! You must pay me an additional $150,000 and cover my men’s medical expenses!”Alexander replied, “Money is not an issue, as long as you can teach Ethan Sinclair a hard lesson. Are you planning to kill him?”Salvatore waved dismissively and said, “I’ll handle it. I’m in a hurry and need to leave now.”He then quickly drove away in a commercial vehicle.After leavin
"Hahaha."Klein's heart swelled with pride as he gazed at his brilliant daughter, Sophie. Her strength was undeniable, and he couldn't help but chuckle."Sophie," he said, "how could I not recognize your resilience?"Sophie leaned in, her eyes sparkling. "Why not let me wear... more revealing attire?"Klein shook his head, his expression serious. "My dear daughter, first impressions matter. If you dress provocatively, Mr. Sinclair might dismiss you as frivolous. Remember, your goal is to marry him, not become his lover or mistress. So, choose your fashion wisely."Sophie's keen eye didn't miss a beat as she observed Miss Walport Clara and her secretary, Sarah Ashley. The two women stood side by side, their attire speaking volumes about their roles and personalities.Miss Walport Clara, the poised executive, exuded confidence. Her crisp white shirt was impeccably tailored, emphasizing her slender waist. The black skirt, modestly knee-length, hinted at sophistication without sacrificing
"Boss's future wife?""Who is my boss's future wife?" Ethan inquired.Klein sighed and replied, "You're so dense. You're working for the Walt Disney organization now, right? That means Mr. Sinclair is your boss, and his future wife is your former cousin-in-law, who also happens to be my daughter, Sophie!""My father and I plan for Sophie to marry Mr. Sinclair to form a marriage alliance with the Walt Disney organization. If things go well between them, you'll be connected to us again. Haha, you really are destined to be linked with the Reynolds."Ethan stared at Sophie in astonishment and asked, "Sophie, are you really that sure Mr. Sinclair will be interested in you?"It had only been a few days since Ethan had freed himself from the Reynolds family by divorcing Maya, and now, Sophie was targeting him!'Why am I constantly tormented by the Reynolds?' he wondered.Sophie scoffed and said coldly, "There's no man in the world who wouldn't be drawn to me! Mr. Sinclair will definitely fal
In esteemed families, the principle of seniority-based hierarchy was rigorously enforced.Sophie, though Maya's younger cousin, audaciously demanded that Maya serve as her chauffeur in front of everyone. With aspirations of becoming the future wife of the president of Walt Disney Corporation, Sophie had already developed a sense of superiority over the rest of the Reynolds family.She believed that Maya would eventually need her support.However, Maya, known for her pride and arrogance, couldn't stand such an insult!Maya snapped back angrily, "I'm too busy! I can't take you there!"With that, she stormed out of the villa and drove off in a huff. Unfortunately, being a poor driver to begin with, she accidentally crashed into a streetlight. Fortunately, her car wasn't badly damaged since she was driving slowly, and she escaped without any injuries."Ugh, this is so frustrating and annoying!"Maya pounded the steering wheel with both hands, tears streaming down her face uncontrollably
Sophie was keen to discover what the enigmatic Mr. Sinclair looked like.However, Ethan had strictly instructed Sarah to keep his identity confidential. She wouldn't betray his trust for any amount of money.Sarah quickly pushed the money back to Sophie and replied, "Miss Reynolds, I don't have a photo of Mr. Sinclair. But I can assure you, he's very handsome and about your age."Hearing the words "very handsome," Sophie's heart fluttered with joy.Even though her request to discuss the contract with Ethan was once again denied, the beautiful yet naive Sophie left with a spring in her step.******Phuket, ThailandSalvatore landed in Phuket and met up with his boss, Ferragamo Ferraro.Ferragamo had been deeply involved in various underground businesses in Phuket, frequently traveling across East Asia over the past few years. His operations included recruiting numerous fighters for underground matches, running illegal gambling rings, and smuggling contraband.In a dimly lit gymnasium,
Ferragamo, taken aback, asked, "Mr. Romano, could you describe Mr. Ethan to me? I wouldn't want to risk not recognizing him and causing any offense."With a resigned sigh, Mr. Romano replied, "Los Angeles is pristine now, but it will be a mess once you arrive!"He then directed his assistant to send Ferragamo a photograph. The person in the photo was Ethan himself!It turned out that Mr. Romano was actually the Sinclair family's butler, Frank.Despite his role as a butler, Frank had diligently learned about investing from Ethan's father over the years, ultimately amassing a personal fortune worth billions. His keen insights and dedication to learning had paid off handsomely.In addition to his financial acumen, Frank had also taken on the role of mentor, guiding and grooming many people over the years. Ferragamo was one of the many who had benefited from Frank's mentorship and wisdom.When Ferragamo saw the photograph of Ethan, he couldn't help but exclaim, "Mr. Sinclair is incredibl