2024-02-24 05:42:23"I got this for you, Julia," a woman's voice rang out from across the table, belonging to Lena Reynolds, Ms. Julia's sister-in-law.
"It cost thousands of dollars!" Lena exclaimed, presenting a gift containing a set of bracelets with a net worth of $400,000.Meanwhile, Ms. Julia's siblings surrounded her, each adorned with unique birthday artwork on their heads, while Maya entered the room carrying a cake with her mom's name elegantly written on it. "Happy birthday, Mom!!!" Maya exclaimed, wrapping her arms around her mother as she sat, her excitement evident on her beaming face. "Let's blow out the candle by spelling your name! Ms. Julia" Sophie spoke out, appearing behind Ms. Julia and placing a hand on her shoulder. With her long black hair cascading down her back, Sophie looked stunning at just twenty-five years old.Suddenly, the clink of a spoon against a glass echoed through the room, breaking the excitement that filled the air."More age, my love, in more money?" Old Ms. Mimi interjected, interrupting the atmosphere as her children and grandchildren sat around the table, surrounded by drinks and food.Old Ms. Mimi beamed with joy as she celebrated her eldest daughter's birthday, surrounded by her grandchildren. One of them sat beside her, holding her hand.At 80 years old, Old Ms. Mimi had just two children who dutifully catered to her desires. Being the last elder of the Reynolds family, she held the ultimate authority and final say over family matters. No one dared to challenge her rule, and she also oversaw the family business.Ms. Julia, the second-born of the Reynolds siblings, was a well-known figure in town for her remarkable achievements. She chose not to adopt her husband's surname, believing him to be inferior.Being the firstborn, Klein Reynolds shared the responsibility of managing the family business alongside Old Ms. Mimi.Klein has two children, a boy and a girl. Alexander, who is older than Sophie, while Sophie and Maya are the same age.As they all sat down, the chef entered the room with a tray of Old Ms. Mimi's favorite meal - four eggs and a steaming cup of coffee. "Old Ms. Mimi, your usual is ready," announced the chef as he placed four eggs and a glass of coffee in front of her."Thank you," Old Ms. Mimi replied with a hint of a smile.As the aroma of the meal hit her, she couldn't help but express her delight. "Well preserved! Let's dig in," she declared to the family.Reaching for her fork and knife, she cut into the egg and took a bite. But as soon as the food touched her tongue, she spat it out in disgust, her face flushing with anger."Holy Mary!" she exclaimed, sending a wave of shock through everyone present. "Who prepared this meal?" she demanded, using her hand to fan away the offensive odor."I was the one who prepared it, ma," the chef nervously confessed as he approached her, fully aware of Ms. Mimi's infamous reaction."And who asked you to prepare the meal?" she inquired sharply."I did it on my own, ma," the chef replied fearfully."Are you daft? You can't even cook eggs to my liking! What are we paying you for if you can't handle such a simple task?" Ms. Mimi scolded, her frustration palpable in the air. "Get the hell out of my sight!" she yelled, splashing water from a glass.The chef was fortunate at that moment as his actions could have led to his dismissal from his job. Ms. Mimi had a severe aversion to paper in her food due to skin sensitivity issues, as advised by her private doctor. Her attention then turned to their absent son-in-law, Ethan. "And where is that good-for-nothing son-in-law?" she demanded, her voice laced with frustration.But Ethan was the only one who knew how to prepare Old Ms. Mimi's usual meal."Get him here to clean this mess up!?!" Klein glanced around the room and commented in confusion, "Huh? That good-for-nothing Ethan seems to be nowhere in sight." Ms. Julia gazed wide in disbelief, "What? It's my 50th birthday. How dare he not show up!?" "Maya!!! What's going on!?" Old Ms. Mimi interrupted, her voice grew incensed. Maya responded respectfully, "He might have had to work." "Work? Driving his taxi customers around? Hahaha, that's rich!" scoffed Sophie. Alexander joined in, "He's a disgrace to the Reynolds! I once came across him while cruising in my Rolls-Royce Boat, but I couldn't bring myself to admit to my friend that he's part of our family!" As the tension in the room was palpable, Samantha stood up, her attention cutting through the uncertainty that filled the room. All gazes were fixed on her as she made her way toward Ms. Julia, whispering some words in her ear.But Old Ms. Mimi interrupted the conversation. "Speak it out, I could hear you discussing Ethan. What did he do? Has he brought shame into the family?" she questioned, her voice filled with concern and a hint of anger."No, ma'am. I was simply asking Ms. Julia if she misplaced any of her money. Because we saw Ethan at the store last night saying he needed a suit worth one million dollars," Samantha explained calmly, maintaining a polite demeanor."One million dollars?" Old Ms. Mimi repeated, bursting into laughter. "Where did that worthless son-in-law think he'd get that kind of money? His parents aren't rich; they couldn't even dream of having that much money in their lifetime!" She then turned her gaze directly to Samantha. "Are you absolutely certain about what you're saying? Because he is too broke to afford that amount of money!"Old Ms. Mimi's eyes blazed with fury as she bellowed, "Bring him back this instant! I need to uncover where he's getting that money from. Is he stealing from our flesh and blood!?"Maya was taken aback by the intensity of her grandmother's rage towards Ethan. She knew she had to speak the truth."Grandmother, Ethan won't be coming. We're getting a divorce." "Divorce!?" Old Ms. Mimi echoed the word, her grip on the glass cup of water loosening until it slipped from her hand, crashing to the floor.In the Reynolds family, the elders held the power to arrange marriages for their daughters, a tradition upheld with unwavering respect. No one dared to defy this tradition by seeking a divorce without the elder's approval, whether the elder was living or deceased."Who granted you the audacity to seek a divorce!?! Have you forgotten that your marriage was ordained by your late grandfather!?!" Old Ms. Mimi scolded, her voice filled with disappointment and anger.Maya, overwhelmed by guilt and sorrow, dared not be impertinent. She fell to her knees, tears streaming down her face, and clasped Old Ms. Mimi's feet in a desperate plea for forgiveness."Grandmother, I would never dare to defy Grandpa's wishes, but Ethan... He's a relentless bully!" Maya confessed through sobs, her heart heavy with the weight of her words.Witnessing Maya's distress, Ms. Mimi tenderly lifted her granddaughter, offering comfort through gentle strokes."Maya, my dear, cease your tears. You are my blood, while he is merely a despicable son-in-law. Tell me how he has tormented you. I will make sure he learns a lesson he won't forget!" Ms. Mimi vowed, her protective instincts kicking in.Maya composed herself, wiping away the tears she had shed under duress, and addressed the gathered family with a tremor in her voice. "Ethan had a tryst with another woman!"
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"What!" Old Ms. Mimi's body quivered with shock at Maya's accusation. Thankfully, Klein reacted swiftly, moving to offer support and comfort to the distressed elderly woman.Old Ms. Mimi erupted in a fit of rage. "He's a despicable beast! We provided him with a luxurious apartment and a fancy car for three years, and yet he couldn't even show loyalty and devotion to you. How dare he engage in such deceitful behavior!?"Maya cunningly played the blame game, falsely accusing Ethan of infidelity to manipulate the situation and win Old Ms. Mimi's trust effortlessly.Maya's adeptness at concealing her true nature allowed her to maintain a facade of innocence and goodness in front of her family.Had Ethan not stumbled upon Maya in the hotel room and witnessed the truth firsthand, he would have continued to believe in Maya's facade of purity and kindness, despite her underlying arrogance.Maya's parents, who had also fallen victim to their daughter's deception, directed their anger towards E
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Alexander arrived at the appointed spot just as Ethan did, his car's sudden rumble catching Ethan's attention as he waited. Stepping out of his cab, Ethan made his way towards Alexander's stationary vehicle, parked with precision near the cab's bonnet. Alexander remained in his car, a commanding presence even without stepping out."Get in. Grandma wants to see you," Alexander stated, his tone carrying a sense of solemnity.Assuming that Old Ms. Mini wished to intercede on behalf of her granddaughter Maya. Ethan's voice hardened as he responded, "Even if your grandmother pleads for Maya, it won't make a difference. I am determined to divorce her."A look of confusion crossed Ethan's face as he heard Alexander's next words. "You fool, what's going through your head? Do you really believe my grandmother is here to plead with you? She's here to enforce the family's traditions and rules upon you!"Thus began an unexpected turn of events, as Ethan realized that the meeting with Grandma Mimi
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM chapter:8 Worthless son in law Ethan
"Unbelievable!" Klein's voice thundered, his eyes ablaze with fury as they locked with Ms. Julia's in a narrow gaze. "You and your worthless son-in-law, how could you allow Alexander to be hurt? You owe me an explanation for this!"The mention of Ms. Julia and her family were necessary because Ethan was their son-in-law, implicating them in the situation. The panic was evident in Ms. Julia and her husband's faces."All that troublemaker does is bring chaos into our lives. The next time I see him, I'll have him arrested!" Ms. Julia snarled with malice."Should we involve the police, Madam?" Samantha inquired tentatively."Silence your tongue, you person with cognitive disabilities!" snapped the old Ms. Mimi."This is a family affair, keep the authorities out of it! I'll ensure he faces the consequences he deserves," Old Ms. Mimi declared firmly before approaching Klein and whispering something in his ear."Klein, I know you have connections with the triads. Enlist their help to give tha
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM chapter: 9 Enforcing the family rules
Old Ms. Mimi, Klein, and Alexander exchanged knowing grins. Ten minutes later, Ethan pulled up in his cab at the entrance of the Freehand Hotel.He dialed the customer's number and announced, "Mr. Diego, your taxi has arrived. I'm waiting at the entrance of the Freehand Hotel. Please come out with your luggage."Meanwhile, Andrew was engaged in conversation with Old Ms. Mimi and the others in the hotel lobby. "Could you come over and help me with some luggage from the room?" he asked.Ethan glanced up at the lavish banner hanging at the hotel entrance, which read "Happy 50th Birthday, Julia."The Freehand Hotel was renowned for its birthday banquets and was frequented by the elite of Los Angeles for various events. The high cost of staying at the Freehand Hotel could easily deter those from a lower socioeconomic background. Ethan assumed Maya's family had chosen this venue for the celebration.Ethan explained, "taxi drivers aren't allowed to enter the hotel. Please call the security te
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Ethan gazed at Maya's outward beauty, yet he saw her inner ugliness. "Haha, you betrayed me, accused me of infidelity, and now you wish to strike me? What a remarkable wife I have indeed. I've married a true rarity!"Ethan's frustration knew no bounds. To everyone's surprise, Alexander seized the giant enforcement ruler and charged towards Ethan."You scoundrel! How dare you hit me? I'll ruin your face!" Alexander threatened, attempting to strike Ethan with the enforcement ruler.Ethan remained composed, swiftly evading the blow. He seized Alexander's arm with his left hand and deftly twisted it, causing Alexander to inadvertently strike himself in the face with the giant enforcement ruler.Smack!The forceful impact left Alexander's already grim visage looking even more distorted.The onlookers were left in utter astonishment at the unexpected turn of events."How dare a live-in son-in-law strike the heir of the Reynolds!?"Old Ms. Mimi rose to her feet, her voice booming, "Scoundrel!
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At that moment, Ethan joined in the laughter and lifted a glass of wine before making his way towards Maya."Congratulations, Maya. You can now search for a man who truly suits you," Ethan remarked.Maya's response was chilly. She sensed that Ethan was concealing his inner turmoil and resentment behind his smile.With a cold huff, Maya said, "If you were to kneel down and plead with me now, perhaps Grandma might show you some leniency and refrain from casting you out, at least temporarily."Ethan chuckled in response, "You've betrayed me, and yet you expect me to kneel and beg to you?""Truly, they are the epitome of the pseudo-elite in high society!" Ethan swiftly downed the contents of his glass, adding, "You are far from deserving it!"Tensions rose as their exchange hung in the air, leaving both Maya and Ethan at a standoff."You..."Maya's stunning features were now a mask of anger. She had always held herself with regal poise in front of Ethan, like a queen in his presence.Yet t
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM chapter: 13 Clara the deputy president
Realizing Ethan's formidable combat abilities that surpassed even the professional fighters Klein had sent, the Reynolds family began to feel a sense of unease. Klein spoke up, "Folks, this formidable individual, Ethan, possesses extraordinary fighting prowess. I wouldn't be surprised if he decides to approach the affluent residents of Los Angeles to offer his services as a personal bodyguard. Who among you is willing to obstruct his potential path in this direction?" A hush fell over the room as the attendees pondered. In a city like Los Angeles, teeming with wealthy individuals, nobody dared to assert that they held the authority to influence or impede Ethan's prospects as a bodyguard. Suddenly, a woman who had been quietly seated for some time let out a charming laugh that captivated the room. All heads turned to behold a woman clad in a striking red business suit, exuding an aura of allure and sophistication. Despite appearing to be in her early thirties, she possessed the magn
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Chapter 122: I’m sorry, Ethan
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Chapter 121: A hard slap
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Maya had never truly loved Tony; she had been with him only because, at the time, he was wealthier than Ethan. But now, as she reflected on his words, she had to admit—there was some truth to what he said. Any man who married her seemed to suffer terrible misfortune. When she was with Ethan, she had betrayed him, shattering the trust in their marriage. When she married Tony, the once-powerful West family had plummeted from prominence, teetering on the edge of bankruptcy. And now, after reuniting with Ethan, he had lost everything—his family, his fortune, and his prestigious position. It was almost as if she carried a curse. Tony’s voice was filled with unfiltered resentment. "Maya, answer me honestly—has Ethan really been disowned? Or is he playing another one of his games? That man is a master at faking poverty." Maya let out a sigh, knowing exactly why Tony was so insistent. He had always wanted revenge on Ethan, and now he saw an opportunity. "It’s real this time, Tony. I sw
Chapter 119: Listening in on Maya's phone conversation.
Throughout their three years of marriage, Ethan had cared for Maya unconditionally—every single day. The only exception was the brief period when they were "divorced" and he had distanced himself. But what had Maya ever done for him in return? Back when Ethan held the prestigious title of president at Walt Disney Corporation, Maya had been the perfect, obedient wife—gentle, compliant, and endlessly considerate. Yet, the moment his status crumbled, her attitude shifted entirely. Now that he had been expelled from the Sinclair family, she had reverted to her true self—the woman she had been before their marriage. Did she ever truly love me? Ethan pondered bitterly. If she didn’t, then why did she remember the songs I liked and my favorite foods? Shouldn’t a wife stand by her husband, offering comfort and encouragement when his world is falling apart? As Ethan sat in quiet turmoil, lost in his thoughts, Maya had already made her way to the bedroom. Settling onto the bed, she
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Sophie had long been aware of Maya’s affair and had even shown Ethan the incriminating photos of her secret meetings with Cayden. No man in Ethan’s position could simply turn a blind eye to such betrayal. To make matters worse, Ethan had just been expelled from the Sinclair family. But Sophie wasn’t convinced. She suspected that his so-called expulsion was nothing more than a calculated ploy—to push Maya into divorcing him. Determined to win Ethan over, Sophie deliberately ridiculed him for being penniless, hoping to trigger Maya’s materialistic nature and make her feel miserable. The sooner Maya left Ethan, the sooner Sophie could take her place. Suddenly, Mimi slammed the table and shouted, "Enough! Haven’t you all had your fill of pointless arguments? Why are we still debating trivial matters like Sophie’s clothes or her love life at a time like this?" The real issue at hand was far greater—whether Ethan would still inherit the Sinclair family's fortune worth tens of billions.
Chapter 117: The enigmatic Sophie.
Seeing John's rude attitude toward Ethan, Miss Julia shot him a sharp glare and snapped, "What could possibly be so urgent? Ethan’s had a long day—let him have his tea first!" John, clearly unimpressed, rolled his eyes at her. In his mind, she was just a clueless woman who knew nothing about the business world. Ignoring her completely, he turned to Ethan and asked bluntly, "I saw the news. You resigned as president of Walt Disney Corporation. Is that true?" Miss Julia’s eyes widened in shock. "What? Ethan, you’re no longer the president?" she asked, still trying to process the information. "Is it because your grandfather wants you to move to D.C. or New York? I’ve always wanted to go to New York! When are you leaving? We’ll go with you!" Clearly, she believed Ethan’s resignation was part of some grand business strategy, an opportunity for him to climb even higher. But Ethan didn’t sugarcoat it. With a sorrowful expression, he spoke plainly: "My grandfather kicked me out
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Jade Villa, New YorkLaughter filled the lavish living room as Cayden erupted into hysterics, his voice echoing off the high ceilings."Hahahaha! Ethan Sinclair has stepped down! He’s resigned!" Cayden roared, practically doubled over in amusement. "He lost! I won! I crushed him!"On the massive TV screen in front of them, the press conference replayed on loop. Ethan sat there with a grim expression, publicly announcing his resignation as president of Walt Disney Corporation. He had handed the reins over to Clara Walport, his once-loyal deputy.Tony, however, was even more ecstatic than Cayden.Fueled by adrenaline, he jumped onto the couch with his shoes still on, fists pumping in the air."Unbelievable! Cayden, you did it! You just knocked Ethan Sinclair off his throne and turned him into a nobody!"Cayden smirked, basking in the moment. "Naturally."The two clapped their hands together in excitement, as if they had just witnessed a game-winning buzzer-beater in the NBA Finals.But
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Frank’s words sent shockwaves through the room. Maya and Clara were utterly stunned. Ethan, too, wore a look of disbelief—but unlike them, his reaction was purely an act. "Kicked out of the family?" Maya was far more rattled by the news than even Ethan himself. "Butler Frank, you must be mistaken!" she blurted out, her voice laced with desperation. "How could Ethan possibly be kicked out of the Sinclair family?" She quickly tried to rationalize the situation. "Is Grandpa just upset that Ethan spent too much money last week? Please, tell him we won’t be reckless anymore! We’ll stop trying to save Walt Disney Corporation, I swear!" Frank let out a heavy sigh. "Miss Reynolds, I am not mistaken," he said firmly. "And no, this has nothing to do with money." His gaze darkened as he delivered the devastating truth. "Two days ago, Mr. Sinclair Sr. discovered that the DNA test report for Ethan and his father was forged. Ethan is not biologically related to the Sinclair family at a
