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THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 69: apologize to Mr Sinclair
For the past three years, Klein had made it a habit to ridicule Ethan whenever their paths crossed. He had insulted him countless times and even gone as far as sending henchmen to rough him up over a dispute involving Alexander. Ethan's decision to attend Maya's wedding and reveal his true identity was clearly calculated—it was his moment for revenge. Knowing this, Klein, who was never particularly close to Maya, had no intention of staying behind to face Ethan's wrath. He seized the opportunity to leave immediately. After carefully placing Old Ms. Mimi in the backseat of the Audi Q7, Klein barked at the chauffeur, "Drive to the hospital! And hurry!" Before the vehicle could even start, Old Ms. Mimi let out a loud, startling wail. "Ah!" Her sudden outburst shocked Klein, sending a shiver down his spine. "Mom, are you alright?" he asked anxiously. "You scared me half to death! I thought you fainted because of that punk Ethan." Relief washed over him as he realized she w
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 70: This gift isn't meant for you
Tony had always been someone who valued his pride above all else. Within his social circle of wealthy heirs, he was known for his ostentatious displays of affluence and his tendency to flaunt his status at every opportunity.Today was supposed to be his crowning moment—a grand wedding to the so-called "most beautiful woman in Los Angeles," Maya. The only imperfection in his otherwise perfect narrative was the fact that Maya was a divorcee. Still, Tony had planned to overshadow that blemish by turning Ethan, her ex-husband, into a public spectacle of humiliation during the ceremony. But fate had other plans. Instead of Ethan being humiliated, Tony now found himself in the very position he had reserved for Ethan—embarrassed and stripped of his dignity. Bowing down, kneeling, and pouring a drink to Ethan as a sign of deference? The mere thought churned Tony's stomach. He simply couldn’t lower himself that way. "Is this some kind of elaborate ruse?" Tony wondered bitterly. In his mind
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 71: Mr Sinclair is my senior
Giovanni’s smile faltered instantly. "Not for my son? Mr. Garrett, aren’t you here for my son’s wedding?" Giovanni asked, his voice tinged with embarrassment. Ryan offered a polite smile. "Of course, I’m here for the wedding. I’ve prepared a monetary gift for your son and handed it over to the reception staff. If you’d like, you can verify it with them, Mr. West." Giovanni quickly waved his hands. "Oh no, Mr. Garrett, please don’t misunderstand. I would never focus on such a thing. It’s already a tremendous honor to have you here celebrating with us. The fact that you’ve brought a gift is far too generous." Giovanni, knowing Ryan’s considerable wealth, assumed the monetary gift was substantial—likely no less than $15,000. Eager to seize the moment, Giovanni called over Tony and Maya. "Tony, Maya, come here and greet Mr. Garrett!" Tony approached with a wide grin, extending both hands for a handshake. "It’s an honor to meet you, Mr. Garrett. I’ve heard so much about you—you’
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 72: I'm the main Boss
Maya’s sense of superiority, carefully cultivated by her privileged upbringing, had always been her armor. It allowed her to justify her actions, dismiss Ethan’s feelings, and even demand his apologies without a shred of guilt. She carried herself with the pride of someone who had always been told she was exceptional, someone who believed she was a cut above the rest.Having grown up in an affluent family, Maya attended prestigious schools designed for the elite. She had been exposed to the finer things in life, from learning the piano and violin to mastering the art of dance. To her, these accomplishments symbolized culture, refinement, and superiority. They became the foundation of her belief that she was more sophisticated and better brought up than Ethan.Even though she had a genuine affection for Ethan, Maya could never shake the feeling that he was from a different world. In her mind, his world was one of mediocrity, far removed from the grace and opulence she had always kno
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 73:Mr. Sinclair, please spare us!
Soon, dozens of people began filing into the grand ballroom where the wedding was taking place. The group was predominantly male, with only three women present, all appearing to be between the ages of 20 and 40. The attendees had been gathered by a young man moments earlier. Stepping forward, the young man introduced them, saying, "Everyone, this is Mr. West. And over here are his son, Tony, and Tony's new wife, Maya Reynolds." The crowd quickly offered polite smiles and greetings. "Good evening, Mr. West and Mr. Tony!" they chimed in unison. Both Giovanni West and his son, Tony, felt a swell of pride at the warm reception. Their dignified expressions reflected their satisfaction at being so widely acknowledged. As Tony surveyed the crowd from a distance, a flicker of recognition crossed his face. Many of the attendees seemed oddly familiar. His curiosity piqued, he strode forward confidently, his tone tinged with arrogance. "I hear from my father’s chauffeur that you’re al
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 74: I do not
Giovanni hurried toward the hotel entrance, his brow furrowing as he noticed Ferragamo, Salvatore, and several subordinates standing motionless outside. Their presence seemed out of place."Mr. Ferragamo, Salvatore," Giovanni called out, his voice laced with concern. "Why are you standing out here? Shouldn’t you be inside by now? Is something wrong?"Ferragamo turned slightly, his face calm but focused. "Nothing is wrong," he said evenly. "I’m waiting for someone.""Waiting?" Giovanni echoed, his curiosity piqued. He glanced between them, confused. "You’re waiting for someone out here? You? That’s not like you at all. Who could possibly be important enough to make you wait?"Ferragamo’s gaze remained steady, fixed on the road ahead. "You’ll see soon enough," he replied cryptically.Before Giovanni could press further, the smooth purr of a powerful engine filled the air. A sleek Rolls-Royce Phantom emerged from the distance, gliding gracefully to a stop in front of the hotel. Its polis
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 75: He doesn’t want you
Maya’s voice rang out loud and clear, cutting through the tension in the opulent hotel ballroom. "I do not!"Gasps rippled through the room as the bride, dressed in a stunning white wedding gown, openly refused to complete her vows. The grand ceremony, meant to celebrate love and unity, was now plunged into chaos.The guests erupted in whispers and exclamations.Ever since Ethan had revealed his identity as a key figure in the Walt Disney Corporation, Maya’s resolve had begun to falter. Moments later, witnessing the most powerful figures in Los Angeles bowing in deference to him had left her awestruck. To her, Ethan now seemed like a king—admired, respected, and untouchable.Maya’s mind raced. Her former husband, the man she had once discarded, had transformed into a tycoon revered by all. In comparison, Tony, the man she was about to marry, seemed utterly lacking.Tony was neither as handsome nor as kind as Ethan. He didn’t pamper her or make her feel cherished in the way Ethan once
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 76: Maya regret
Outside the HotelA male guest exited the grand hotel, a smug smile lighting up his face. He pulled out his phone, scrolling through his contacts until he landed on the name Nicholas Crane. Without hesitation, he dialed the number.The line clicked, and a cold, sharp voice answered, “Who is this, and what do you want?”The man chuckled, leaning casually against a lamppost. “Nick Crane! Long time no talk. I recall hearing that the Reynolds family out here in Los Angeles is related to you. Is that right?”Nicholas’s tone grew more impatient. “Yes, my mother is Maya Reynolds’s grandfather’s sister. Maya is my niece. What’s this about?”“Ah, so that’s the connection!” the man said, his voice thick with amusement. “Well, Nick, you missed one heck of a show today. Your niece got married, and it was a spectacle you wouldn’t believe.”Nicholas’s voice sharpened. “What happened?”The man relished the moment, his tone almost gloating. “Well, it turns out your niece’s ex-husband, Ethan Sinclair,
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Chapter 135: Cayden's plans
“What’s going on, Shane?”Cayden looked at his brother, confused and concerned. They were close, and he could tell something was off. Shane seemed unusually downcast, and it even looked like he had been crying.Letting out a heavy sigh, Shane said quietly, “Cayden, there’s something you need to know. Your symptoms may have eased for now, but the doctors found... side effects.”He hesitated, then continued, “They believe the virus you were infected with may have affected your fertility.”Cayden’s expression froze, the color draining from his face.To a man, losing a finger or even a limb was painful—but losing the ability to have children was a crushing blow to his pride and identity.Physically, he might still appear whole—but in this vital way, he was now broken.“You’re saying... I’ll never be able to father a child?” Cayden asked, grabbing Shane’s arm in panic.Shane tried to reassure him. “Cayden, don’t jump to conclusions. It’s just a possibility, not a certainty. The medical res
Chapter 134: Cayden's infertility
Cayden was in an exceptionally good mood today. He believed he had finally succeeded in toppling Ethan from his role as president of the Walt Disney Corporation, reducing him to nothing more than a broke nobody.Even better, he had forced Ethan to divorce Maya—the woman Cayden had been pursuing—effectively stealing her away.To Cayden, everything was going exactly according to plan.He’d never been one to lose in matters of love, and this felt like just another victory.Although Ethan had injured one of Cayden’s fingers, it wasn’t something that seriously disrupted his daily life.He had trained himself to be ambidextrous, so eating, drinking, or even playing games on his phone posed no issue.After chatting with Maya on the phone for a while, and feeling pleased with himself, Cayden finished his IV treatment and invited her to join him for a round of Call of Duty: Warzone.Cayden couldn’t move the index and middle fingers on his right hand, but luckily, he only needed his thumb to pl
Chapter 133
They were drawn to wealth and power.When a man holds high status, it becomes nearly impossible to tell whether a woman loves him for who he truly is—or simply for what he can offer.That’s why Ethan had made up his mind: he no longer wanted to be the president of a company. He wanted to live a simple, ordinary life, searching for a love that was genuine and untainted by greed.Only after finding someone who could love him without knowing his identity—someone willing to weather life’s hardships by his side—would he reveal the truth.Only that kind of woman would be deserving of the Sinclair family’s vast fortune, worth hundreds of billions.Maya and Sophie clearly weren’t that kind of woman.Sophie’s expression dimmed. “What’s so great about being average? It’s so much better to be a company president! Maya hurt you so badly—don’t you want to rise again and make her regret it?”But Ethan shook his head with conviction.“No,” he said firmly. “I don’t.” He had already gone through that
chapter 132: Revenge was inevitable.
Ethan and Maya locked eyes for a brief moment. She was still breathtaking—whether she was angry, smiling, crying, or even standing in the pouring rain. Her beauty hadn’t faded in the slightest. But Ethan knew—there was no going back for either of them. Maya kept insisting that Ethan couldn’t let go of her past with Tony, but that wasn’t the root of the problem. Her affair with Tony had taken place before Ethan revealed his true identity. It had hurt him deeply, yes—but it wasn’t something he couldn’t have forgiven. The real breaking point had been her entanglement with Cayden. By then, Maya was already his wife—married to the president of the Walt Disney Corporation and poised to become an heir to the Sinclair family. Even if nothing happened between her and Cayden beyond holding hands, that alone was inappropriate and disrespectful. And what hurt even more was how her attitude changed when Ethan lost everything. She treated him differently, coldly, as though his worth had disap
Chapter 131: Last question, are you absolutely sure about this divorce
Maya collapsed onto the ground, one hand clutching her stomach and the other covering her cheek as she broke down in tears. "You hit me? I can’t believe you actually hit me! In all three years of our marriage, you’ve never laid a hand on me—not even when you caught Tony and me together. You were furious then, but you still held back. And now… now you do this?" "Ethan, you’re not a man. You’re a coward—a monster!" It was true—Ethan had never struck Maya before. He had loved her. Even when Clara slapped Maya in the past, it had torn Ethan apart. He’d warned Clara never to touch her again. But now, as he saw Maya instinctively shield her stomach, a realization hit him like a truck—she hadn’t gone through with the abortion. She had lied to hurt him. Shaken, Ethan dropped to his knees and gently gathered her into his arms. "You… You didn’t go through with it?" Maya shoved him away, her voice trembling with rage and pain. "Even if I haven’t yet, I will—right after the divorce!" "And
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
