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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
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 59: Marry my sister! She'll make a wonderful wife.
If the food served at a restaurant resulted in fatal food poisoning, the restaurant's business would undoubtedly face severe repercussions. News of the incident spread rapidly, particularly as over a hundred people were hospitalized simultaneously. The reputation of Sunny Restaurant was irrevocably damaged. In a short span, the restaurant lost its entire customer base, and Jan's efforts to use public relations to promote the restaurant proved futile.Sunny Restaurant was Jan's most renowned establishment in Los Angeles. With its downfall, addressing the remaining restaurants would become significantly easier. Initially, Ethan had no intention of resorting to such unethical tactics and preferred to confront Jan through legitimate methods.For instance, he could hire renowned singers to perform at the restaurant daily and replace the head chefs at Juice Cafeteria with world-class culinary experts. He had the financial capacity to make such significant investments and could outmaneuve
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 60: "I DO."
Ever since Ethan and Alexander's relationship had improved, Alexander had been persistently urging Ethan to marry his sister, Sophie.Alexander had long suspected that Ethan had been downplaying his true strength over the past three years. Although he hadn't yet uncovered Ethan's real family background, the way Ferragamo treated Ethan suggested that his family was far from ordinary. Alexander figured Ethan was likely a significant figure in some powerful circles.If Sophie married Ethan, Alexander saw an opportunity to gain influence and dominate Los Angeles in the future.Alexander frequently sent Ethan photos of Sophie, which he had secretly taken from her phone while she slept. These were private photos Sophie had never shared online, keeping them solely for her own enjoyment.Despite being Sophie's biological brother, Alexander often thought that if she weren't his sister, he would pursue her romantically.When Ethan saw the photos Alexander had sent, he felt a flicker of interest
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 61: There are a thousand reasons to be sad
Both Maya and Tony were taken aback. "Sing and play music by himself? Does Ethan even know how to play an instrument?" Tony wondered aloud, his brow furrowed in confusion.Turning to Maya, Tony asked, "Maya, can Ethan Sinclair play the piano or guitar, or any other instrument?"Maya shook her head, her eyes wide with surprise. "I have a piano at home, but I've never seen Ethan play it in the past three years. I always thought he came from a poor family in the countryside and never had the chance to learn music."The superstar, though surprised, was pleased by Ethan's request. "Of course, you may do so. Our pianist could use a break anyway. Please, come on stage," he said, gesturing invitingly.The superstar extended his hand to Ethan, helping him onto the stage with a warm smile.“Everyone, let’s give him a round of applause, shall we?” he encouraged, prompting the audience to cheer for Ethan, hoping to ease any potential nerves.But Ethan wasn’t nervous. His heart was already heavy
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 62: backup plan
Ethan’s face contorted with fury as her words cut through him."So, it’s my fault because I come from a less privileged background? Do people like me have to carry the burden of our circumstances just to justify the actions of people like you—wealthy, protected, immune to consequence? Do you honestly believe your money and status give you the right to betray those who trust you, to hurt people, and feel joy in their misery?"Though he hadn’t experienced poverty firsthand, Ethan felt a fire within him to defend those who had endured it."Everyone, no matter their background, deserves respect and dignity!"Maya sighed, shaking her head with a dismissive expression. "Ethan, you’re so naive. Even your own grandfather said that people from poor backgrounds can never raise truly exceptional children. That’s just reality."Maya looked at Ethan, her tone gentle yet firm. "You’ve been so good to me, and I know you have so much to offer, but... I just don’t see us having a future right now."A
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Chapter 85: Blind date
Three years ago, Sophie was just a high school girl with a petite and modest appearance, far from the alluring figure she had now developed.Back then, Ethan had always viewed her as a younger sister and never entertained any inappropriate thoughts about her. However, things had taken an uncomfortable turn recently.Alexander, ever the troublemaker, had been sending Ethan provocative photos of Sophie—images she hadn’t even posted on her Instagram. Each picture was more seductive than the last, leaving Ethan increasingly unsettled.Now, Ethan avoided even glancing at Sophie. Those photos lingered in his mind, and he found himself battling thoughts he knew were entirely inappropriate.The very idea made him feel despicable. Regardless of how attracted he had been to Maya, it had been within the bounds of marriage. But Sophie? That was entirely off-limits.Resolute, Ethan ignored Sophie’s attempts to engage him and left the villa without looking back.As he walked to his car with Lucky s
Chapter 84: reconciling
Ethan glanced at the bracelet but didn’t reach for it. "I don’t take back what I’ve already given. And let’s make one thing clear—I wasn’t freeloading off the Reynolds these past three years. I don’t want anyone thinking otherwise."His tone was firm, leaving no room for argument. The Reynolds had supported him during his time as a live-in husband, and Ethan wasn’t about to let them weaponize that against him now.Old Ms. Mimi gave a small nod of acknowledgment and took the bracelet back. She had always admired it, viewing it as a prized possession from her “formal son-in-law.” Now that she knew it was a gift from Ethan, she had been eyeing it with even more affection.As Ethan adjusted Lucky in his arms, he said flatly, "If there’s nothing else, I’ll be going now.""Wait!" Maya called after him, her voice soft but insistent. "I’d like to speak with you alone. It won’t take long."Before Ethan could respond, Miss Julia chimed in eagerly, "Yes, Ethan! You’ve barely been here a moment.
Chapter 83: The Ancestral Rules
Ethan ignored Old Ms. Mimi entirely, even though she was the matriarch and commanded immense authority in the Reynolds family. His presence here wasn’t for their sake but for Lucky’s."Where’s Lucky?" Ethan asked curtly, directing the question at Alexander—the only Reynolds he was willing to address directly.Alexander immediately replied, "Lucky is inside with Maya."Miss Julia stepped forward, eager to explain. "Ethan, don’t hold it against Maya for not coming out to greet you. She was on her knees for so long yesterday that she needed hours of emergency care at the hospital. She’s only just started to recover and can’t walk yet."Ethan knew Maya’s constitution well. She was indeed delicate and prone to fatigue. However, the claim of hours-long emergency treatment sounded exaggerated. For the three years they had been married, Ethan had been the one meticulously looking after her. He understood her health better than anyone else.Without commenting further, Ethan strode into the ho
Chapter 82: bond between Ethan
The Reynolds family collectively experienced a moment of realization.They finally understood the purpose behind Old Ms. Mimi’s seemingly cruel actions.For the past three years, Ethan had spent the most time with Lucky, the poodle. Lucky was the only member of the Reynolds household who had never judged or looked down on him.From Ethan's previous visits, it was clear how strong their bond was. Lucky's loyalty and affection toward Ethan stood out, something no other family member could replicate.Old Ms. Mimi recognized this and knew Lucky was the only leverage they had to draw Ethan back to the Reynolds' home. Her own influence, or anyone else’s in the family, paled in comparison to that little poodle.Though it was already three in the morning and still raining heavily, the Reynolds family remained wide awake, their minds racing with plans.Meanwhile, John couldn’t sleep either, though his sleeplessness had nothing to do with family matters—it was because he was following his mothe
Chapter 81: The feminists nurse
Whether a nurse, doctor, pilot, or entrepreneur, all humans carry within them a natural inclination to empathize, especially with members of their own gender. The female nurse, however, took this inclination to another level, fueled by her staunch feminist beliefs and an active online presence where she advocated fiercely for women’s rights.In her eyes, Maya was nothing short of extraordinary—a vision of beauty that transcended the ordinary. She regarded Maya as a goddess, someone who deserved to be cherished and adored, not humiliated or made to beg for forgiveness."Men should treasure women like her. How dare he treat her with such cruelty, forcing her to kneel and plead? It’s appalling!" the nurse thought indignantly, her judgment of Ethan growing harsher by the second.This nurse had a history of calling out men she deemed unworthy or unjust. Her Instagram following, a strong network of feminists, often supported her lengthy, passionate posts. One notable instance was when she c
Chapter 80: she passed out
Renee, acting as Maya’s trusted “adviser,” had one primary strategy: relentless persistence. She firmly believed that persistence was the key to winning Ethan back.With her vast experience in relationships, Renee had a deep understanding of men. She knew that while many men appeared tough and unyielding, their resistance often crumbled when faced with a determined and remorseful woman—especially one as beautiful as Maya.Feigning surprise, Renee strolled back to the villa, her voice calm yet insistent. "Ethan, look at Maya. She’s on her knees again, begging for your forgiveness. You know as well as I do that she won’t give up."She gestured toward the sky. "I just checked the weather forecast. A heavy downpour is on the way. What will you do if it starts raining and she still refuses to get up?"Her tone softened, appealing to Ethan’s compassion. "For three years, you cared for her so well. She’s never fallen ill under your watch. Do you really want her to catch a cold out there in
Chapter 79:I won’t get up until you forgive me
Maya stood in the villa, her gaze fixed on the surroundings, her heart heavy with regret.She tugged at Renee's sleeve, her voice soft and playful."I love Iron Man too! And this staircase is amazing!"Renee sighed, shaking her head. "You’re hopeless."Before they arrived, Renee had explicitly told Maya to stay composed while she worked to create a moment for them to be alone with Ethan. But Maya couldn’t seem to control herself.Ethan led them on a tour of the second floor, leaving both women wide-eyed with amazement.Renee finally asked, "Ethan, where’s your bedroom? We’d love to see it.""It’s on the third floor. Come on."Ethan guided them upstairs. His bedroom door was plain but sturdy. As he pushed it open, a cool breeze flowed out, sending a slight chill through the trio.The windows were open, letting the crisp night air in. Ethan turned on the lights using a sleek touch panel, illuminating the room. It was immaculate—simple and elegant, with no unnecessary decorations.The be
Chapter 78: I don't care Ethan's mine
Ethan huffed dismissively and took a sip of his champagne, turning his gaze away to the left to avoid acknowledging her presence.'How does this shallow, materialistic woman have the audacity to sit in my car and share a drink with me?' he thought with disdain. 'She must be out of her mind.'Meanwhile, Maya, holding her now-empty glass, felt a wave of embarrassment wash over her. Ethan's deliberate indifference left her mortified.From her seat up front, Renee remained oblivious to the awkward tension simmering in the back. She had no idea what Maya was enduring at that moment.In under two minutes, the car smoothly came to a stop. The chauffeur promptly stepped out to open the door for Ethan. Without a word, Ethan exited the vehicle and gestured for both women to follow him into the villa.The moment they stepped inside, both Maya and Renee froze, their breaths caught by the sheer elegance surrounding them.Though both women came from affluent families and had experienced their fa
Chapter 77: Wining Ethan heart
After finalizing the divorce papers, Maya immediately sought out Renee, her confidante and adviser, to help her strategize a way to win Ethan back.Renee, sensing Maya's desperation, didn’t mince her words. "Listen, no matter what happens, you cannot admit to having slept with Tony that night. Ethan didn’t catch you in the act, so you can deny it with conviction."Determined to erase any trace of doubt, Renee accompanied Maya to a hospital for a hymen reconstruction surgery, ensuring she could present herself as pure and blameless.*****At 11 PMA pristine white Maybach Landaulet glided elegantly into the Rose Garden Villas. The luxury car, designed to resemble a modernized horse-drawn carriage, exuded an air of sophistication and exclusivity.The unique design set it apart from other vehicles. The front and rear cabins were distinct, with the rear featuring a retractable roof that was currently open to the pleasant May night breeze.While the front of the car was shrouded in the ni
