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THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 51: Tell him to leave immediately!
While Jan stood in shock, a waiter emerged from Juice Cafeteria, carrying a signboard which he placed at the entrance.The crowd of onlookers quickly gathered to see what it was about."It's this week's program lineup for Juice Cafeteria!""Taylor Swift is performing tonight! Tomorrow's show features a singing performance, and the day after tomorrow, there will be a live band performance..."Jammi, visibly excited, exclaimed, "Mr. Brandon, the owner of Juice Cafeteria, is incredibly generous. He's invited the most popular singer around!"Jan, who preferred old-school R&B over mainstream pop, glanced at Jammi with a cynical expression. He remarked disdainfully, "They're just some amateur singer. There's no need to bother. I can guarantee that Juice Cafeteria will fold within a week!"******Two hours later, Tony, having just risen from bed, held a beautiful Tiffany ring box with elation. Inside was an extravagant diamond ring, a significant investment he had made.Determined to propose
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 52: Taylor Swift
The waitress ended the call and turned to Tony with a polite smile. "Sir, there seems to be a misunderstanding. Our boss has not accepted your deposit. I must kindly ask you to leave."Despite Ethan's instructions to have Tony leave immediately without any explanation, she was merely a service staff member and did not dare to be discourteous.Tony's face flushed with embarrassment. "What? That scoundrel Jan Niklas isn't trying to renege on his promise, is he?"The waitress maintained her composure and replied, "Jan Niklas is not the name of our boss."It was only then that Tony realized his mistake—Juice Cafeteria was not owned by Jan Niklas.Just then, Tony's phone rang. It was Jan. "Mr. West, I apologize for the delay. I've been quite occupied. What did you need to discuss? Rest assured, I've already arranged the venue for your proposal. Will you be arriving in the afternoon or the evening?"Tony hesitated before speaking. "Mr. Niklas, I regret to inform you that I won't be able to
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 53: difficult to let go so easily.
As they approached room 307, a middle-aged man, appearing to be around 40 years old, walked towards them with a friendly demeanor."Good evening, Miss Walport! What a pleasant surprise!" he exclaimed, clearly recognizing Clara.Clara, equally surprised, responded, "Mr. Denise, what a coincidence! Are you here for dinner as well? I recall you usually prefer dining at Sunny Restaurant."Clara was familiar with Mr. Denise, a close friend of Jan, and someone who frequently dined at Jan's establishment.Mr. Denise chuckled and explained, "Yes, well, my son insisted on attending a Taylor Swift concert tonight, so here we are."Clara smiled, observing that many of the patrons tonight seemed to have been persuaded by their children to dine here.She reasoned that most teenagers and young adults who enjoyed Taylor Swift's music likely couldn't afford to book a private room or dinner at such an upscale restaurant. Moreover, it had become quite common for parents to indulge their children's requ
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 54: I am the owner
"Why is there no sound at all? I can't hear her singing!" Tony exclaimed in frustration."What's happening? Are they trying to deceive us? This is unacceptable!" another attendee questioned angrily.Despite the technical issue occurring just moments ago, many attendees were already visibly upset.Suddenly, items began to be thrown from the third, fourth, and fifth floors simultaneously.With a loud smack, a banana peel struck Tony's face, while a Pepsi can landed on Maya's thigh."Ah!" Maya cried out in panic."Who did that? Come down here!" Tony shouted furiously as he stood up.Witnessing the chaos, Clara remarked, "Well done! An adulterous pair deserves to have things thrown at them!"Ethan didn't have the luxury of time to comment or mock Maya and Tony.He turned to Clara and said, "This situation is more complex than it appears. The microphone she used is of the highest quality; it shouldn't malfunction. It's highly probable that it was swapped."Clara, visibly alarmed, asked, "A
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 55: The proposal
"Excuse me?"Tony and Maya were both taken aback by the revelation.Clara and Sarah, standing behind Ethan, couldn't contain their laughter.Tony, with a mocking tone, said, "Really? You're claiming to be the owner of Juice Cafeteria? Stop the charade. I've already looked into it. This isn't the only establishment Mr. Stevie Brandon sold. All his restaurants in Los Angeles were purchased by the same individual for 10 million dollars! You're just a man without means. Can you truly afford 10 million dollars?"Maya, despite knowing Ethan's determination to outmaneuver Jan, was skeptical about him having such a substantial amount of money.Ethan, sensing the disbelief, retorted, "You don't believe me, do you?"Ethan had reached his limit with the condescending and arrogant attitudes of these wealthy scions who enjoyed belittling others. He called over the middle-aged woman who was sweeping the floor. "Ma'am, could you come here for a moment, please?"The middle-aged woman approached as in
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 56: Rejection
Tony Tony had just proposed to Ethan's ex-wife, Maya Reynolds, right in front of him. Clara, witnessing Tony's blatant disrespect towards Ethan, felt a strong impulse to step forward and slap Tony, just as she had done previously. However, she restrained herself.Clara thought, "If Maya Reynolds marries Tony West soon, it might create an opportunity for me to be with Ethan."As a business elite, Clara prioritized her personal interests. The potential marriage between Tony and Maya could actually benefit her.Ethan, observing the situation, chose not to intervene.Ethan intervened in Tony's proposal by turning off the microphone and dismantling the balloon decorations, citing the disruption to the environment and the guests as his reason. With the decorations removed, the proposal no longer breached any regulations, as it was now simply one customer proposing to another.Ethan was particularly interested in seeing whether Maya would accept Tony's proposal. Having been married to Maya
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 57: The King of Los Angeles
Clara took a bold guess, leaning forward slightly. "Mr. Sinclair, are you hoping Maya Reynolds will marry Tony West so you can later tell them you're the president of Walt Disney Corporation and make Maya regret it when it's too late?"Ethan stopped mid-sip, his glass hovering in the air, and looked at Clara in surprise, his eyes widening.Clara had guessed Ethan's plan, and she could see the recognition in his eyes.Ethan nodded with satisfaction, a small smile playing on his lips. "Very smart of you! You truly deserve to be my vice president."Clara's face lit up with excitement. "Did I guess right?"Ethan shook his head, a mischievous glint in his eye. "Not exactly. I'm going to do it on their wedding day, not after.""I plan to reveal to Maya on her wedding day that the man she believes to be the wealthiest she could ever marry is not the true tycoon—I am.""On that day, I won't just let Maya Reynolds discover the truth. I will also announce to the entire business community in Los
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 58: It's over for Sunny Restaurant
Ethan scrutinized him and inquired, "You're sent by Jan Niklas, aren't you?"The young man instantly became flustered, and his gaze shifted nervously. His sudden discomfort was palpable, betraying his attempt to maintain composure.Nevertheless, he denied, "Who's Jan Niklas? I don't know him!" His voice wavered slightly, adding to Ethan's suspicion.Despite the denial, Ethan was already certain that he was sent by Jan. The young man's reaction had confirmed his suspicions.Ethan had studied psychology under a renowned professor, gaining deep insights into human behavior. Additionally, Rowland Miller and his grandfather had taught him some human anatomy during his childhood, providing him with a solid foundation in understanding physical cues.Therefore, Ethan was adept at reading people and assessing them based on their words and actions. Naturally, he didn't succeed every time, and Maya was a testament to his failure.Nevertheless, he was very certain about the individual standing b
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Chapter 130: Divorce
Ethan looked at Sophie seriously and said, “Sophie, I’ve known you since you were seventeen. You’re not the kind of girl who throws herself at just anyone.”“Your parents raised you with discipline, and they never even allowed you to date boys. That’s why I think we should just put on a show to fool Maya — nothing more. Once she takes the bait, we stop. Agreed?”Sophie felt a twinge of disappointment, but she was also genuinely moved by Ethan’s integrity.“You’re a good man, Ethan. Men like you are so rare these days. Maya’s a fool for not treasuring you. She doesn’t deserve you,” she said softly. “Alright, I’ll go along with whatever you say.”“Good,” Ethan replied gently, brushing a strand of hair from Sophie’s face with a small smile.After that, he tidied up the shattered wineglass on the floor, then sat back and waited — knowing full well that Maya would be home soon.This time, he was going to give her a taste of her own medicine.At around 3:30 in the afternoon, Maya returned h
Chapter 129: Sophie's opinion
Mimi was a woman of pride and principle.Now that the Reynolds had risen to the ranks of a first-tier family in Los Angeles, every move they made was under the public’s microscope. Their reputation was steadily climbing, and they couldn’t afford even a hint of scandal.If Maya were to divorce Ethan immediately after his expulsion from the Sinclair family, it would spark relentless gossip and speculation. Such a move would damage the Reynolds’ image and jeopardize their hard-earned foothold in the competitive business world.Later that day, Maya returned to the New City residential estate in her sleek Audi. Inside, Ethan sat slumped on the couch, nursing a glass of wine, putting on a show of heartbreak and despair.Feigning nonchalance, he asked Maya about her meeting with Cayden. But Maya, of course, couldn’t reveal the truth. She fabricated a story, claiming she had only spoken to Cayden briefly before being kicked out of his hospital room.‘Really? You, the woman he’s obsessed with,
Chapter 128: I want to divorce Ethan
“They can do whatever they want! I’m divorcing Maya Reynolds anyway. She means nothing to me anymore!”Ethan had repeated those words to himself over and over, trying to convince his heart to catch up with his decision. But no matter how many times he said it, his fingers still betrayed him—dialing Maya’s number at 12:10 p.m.When she answered, he kept his voice calm, pretending as if nothing was wrong.“Maya, where are you? I made lunch. Are you coming home to eat?”From the other end, Maya replied casually, “I’m still at the office. I won’t be coming home for lunch. Just eat without me.”Ethan’s eyes narrowed.Office, huh? If he hadn’t sent someone to follow her, he would’ve believed that lie. Again.‘Three years of marriage, and all she’s done is lie to me… over and over again.’But Ethan didn’t confront her. Not yet.“Didn’t you say you were going to visit Cayden Huxley at the hospital? How did it go?” he asked, maintaining his calm façade.“I did,” she replied quickly. “I apologi
Chapter 127: Chosing Cayden over Ethan
Maya blinked in surprise at his request. “Huh? Lock the door? What if a nurse comes in later?”Cayden flashed a sly, almost devilish grin. “That’s exactly why we should lock it—to make sure no one interrupts. I thought we could have a little pillow talk.”As he spoke, he got out of bed and moved over to the window, slowly pulling the curtains shut. The golden sunlight that had flooded the room vanished, replaced by a soft, muted glow that filled the space with a suggestive, almost intimate atmosphere.Maya understood what Cayden was implying. Her cheeks flushed slightly, a mix of hesitation and awareness flickering across her delicate features. Yet, despite her reservations, she quietly turned the lock on the door.She walked over to the bed and sat down gently. “Cayden, I’m truly sorry my husband hurt you. Are your fingers still in pain?”Cayden looked down at his injured right hand with a helpless sigh. “Pain is the least of it. The real tragedy is that I may never use them properly
Chapter 126: Chop off Ethan fingers for six million dollars
The index and middle fingers on Ethan’s right hand—those were the exact ones he had shattered on Cayden’s hand. It was clear now: Cayden was aiming for a poetic form of revenge, repaying injury with identical injury. He wanted Ethan to suffer the same fate. Ethan couldn't help but let out a cold, amused smile. He actually admired the symmetry in that approach. With a calm tone, he asked, "What did Salvatore say?" Ferragamo replied, "Salvatore agreed. He said he had no choice—if he refused, Shane Huxley would’ve just hired someone else." He added quickly, "But don’t worry, Mr. Ethan. I haven’t ordered any counteraction. You made it clear—no moves against the Huxleys or Wests until you give the green light." "Alright..." Ethan murmured, his voice low. He had no intention of making a move until after the divorce was finalized. He wanted everything to fall into place at the right time. Without another word, Ethan ended the call. But just as he set the phone down, it rang again—this
Chapter 125: Breaking Ethan's fingers
"Honey, how did it go? Is everything okay?" Maya asked anxiously as she stepped forward.Ethan let out a sigh. "I won’t be detained for now, and I can go home. But Cayden Huxley’s finger is broken, so I have to cover his medical expenses. Babe, I don’t have any money right now… I’ll have to use the Reynolds' funds."Maya's expression stiffened. She had always dreamed of enjoying a lavish lifestyle with her husband’s wealth, not the other way around. The idea of using her family’s money on his problems left her clearly displeased.Clara, watching from the side, scoffed in disdain. She knew all too well that the Reynolds had only risen to prominence in Los Angeles thanks to Ethan’s efforts. Without him, they wouldn’t have come this far so quickly.Stepping forward, Clara declared, "I’ll cover the medical expenses."Maya’s face darkened instantly, but before she could respond, her best friend Renee cut in sharply. "Miss Walport, what exactly is your relationship with Ethan? What gives yo
Chapter 124: Precise Revenge
"Ugh, why isn’t he fighting back? He’s just standing there, taking the hits! That’s such a waste of strength!" "What can he do? A poor man hitting a rich man? That’s a one-way ticket to financial ruin. Medical bills might be nothing to the wealthy, but for someone like him, they could mean the end of everything." Though they had retreated to safety, many patrons felt a sense of injustice for Ethan. Some had even pulled out their phones, snapping photos and recording videos—just in case Tony later tried to twist the truth. Meanwhile, Maya and Renee, who should have been worried about Ethan’s well-being, were lost in their own thoughts. Maya’s brows furrowed as she watched the scene unfold. "In the past, Ethan never hesitated to fight back, even against someone as powerful as Alexander. But now, he won’t even lay a finger on Tony. Could it be that he really has been disowned? That he’s completely powerless now?" Doubt crept into her mind. If Ethan truly had nothing left, then stayi
Chapter 123: hit Ethan
Clara’s teardrop landed softly on the Chanel handbag Ethan had once gifted her. The man walking beside her noticed her distress and silently handed her a tissue. “Do you have feelings for him?” he asked, his voice calm yet curious. Clara took the tissue and wiped her tears before letting out a shaky breath. “I let him down,” she admitted. “Despite that, he never held it against me. Instead, he forgave me and even made me his deputy president. When he was forced to step down, he recommended me to take his place. He’s always been incredibly kind to me.” Her voice grew heavier with emotion as she continued, “When the Reynolds family turned against him, I wasn’t able to help. Now, with the Wests and Huxleys targeting him, I still can’t do anything. I hate feeling this powerless.” “If it weren’t for his generosity, I would’ve lost everything. He’s the reason I’m still standing today, the reason I became president. No—" her eyes burned with resolve, "I can’t just walk away. I have to do
Chapter 122: I’m sorry, Ethan
Tony’s face twisted in anger as he jabbed a finger toward Clara."Clara Walport! You think you can teach me a lesson? Who the hell do you think you are!?"This wasn’t the first time Clara had slapped him. Counting the previous incident in her office, this made three.And despite his bravado, he was genuinely afraid of her.Clara stood tall, her icy glare drilling into him. Her presence alone was suffocating."Your father and I are equals in the business world, which makes you nothing more than a junior in comparison. So tell me, why shouldn’t I educate you?" she shot back.Her voice grew sharper, more condescending."Or have you forgotten how your father behaves around me? Giovanni West wags his tail like a dog whenever he sees me. And yet you dare question my authority?!"A wave of laughter spread across the restaurant.Guests sneered at Tony, whispering among themselves.Clara wasn’t just making empty claims. She was the most respected and influential businesswoman in Los Angeles, a
