2024-04-01 21:43:49"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 that scoundrel a harsh lesson and bring him back to me," she instructed in a hushed tone."Understood, Mother," Klein replied quietly.Surveying the injuries on his son's face, Klein harbored thoughts of brutal retribution against Ethan. With a sense of determination, he swiftly reached for his phone and dialed a contact who was a member of the triads.****In a local restaurant situated in a multi-story building without an elevator, Ethan was taking a break and heading back to work, utilizing the stairs.Out of nowhere, two burly, tattooed men standing over 1.78 meters tall and weighing around 100 kilograms each materialized before him. "You're Ethan, right? Come with us," one of the tattooed men demanded.Recognizing that the Reynolds had sent them, Ethan stood his ground. "Today marks my final shift as a taxi driver. I'm not going anywhere," he asserted firmly.Ethan was known for his commitment to seeing tasks through to completion. Despite being appointed as the CEO of the Walt Disney Company, he respected all his past jobs, including his role as a driver for Prime taxis. Today symbolized the conclusion of that chapter, and he intended to finish it on his own terms."It appears you're opting for the hard way," one of the men remarked before they lunged at Ethan without hesitation.In the narrow stairwell, Ethan found himself at a physical disadvantage due to his smaller stature compared to the brawny assailants. Nonetheless, he skillfully evaded their punches and swiftly maneuvered onto the staircase railing, launching a powerful kick at one of his attackers."Ouch, that kick really packs a punch!" the recipient of Ethan's blow grunted in pain.The person who received Ethan's kick immediately began to bleed from his nose, prompting Ethan to flash a confident smile. "I'm a fourth-degree black belt," he declared.His adversary, undeterred, boasted, "I'm a ninth-degree black belt!"Ethan, now fueled by anger, launched into another attack, leaping down from the railing with a fierce punch aimed at his opponent. As the blows landed, Ethan shook his head in disbelief at the other party's claims. While Ethan was indeed a fourth-degree black belt, he was unaware of the significance of a ninth-degree black belt, typically held by martial artists aged 55 and above. However, thanks to a newfound ability granted by his family's legacy system, Ethan found himself wielding skills beyond his years of training.With a resounding bang, Ethan unleashed a series of devastating punches reminiscent of Bruce Lee's style, incapacitating his opponents to the point of inducing nausea.Then, with a powerful over-the-shoulder throw, Ethan slammed his adversary forcefully to the ground, decisively overpowering the two seasoned fighters with his unexpected prowess.****At Ms. Julia's birthday banquet held at the extravagant Freehand Hotel in Los Angeles, Klein approached Old Mimi with a sheepish expression. "Mom, the professional fighter I enlisted was defeated by Ethan," he confessed reluctantly."What?!" Old Mimi's eyes widened in disbelief.The news sent shockwaves through the room. "Is this good-for-nothing also a professional fighter?" someone gasped incredulously."Isn't there anyone capable of handling this brute?!" Old Ms. Mimi thundered, slamming her hand on the table in frustration.Amidst the commotion, Andrew McDonald, the general agent of the prime taxis, made his way over with a birthday gift for Ms. Julia. Upon catching sight of Andrew, Klein greeted him warmly with a handshake.Andrew McDonald was a relatively unknown figure in Los Angeles. A few years prior, during a time when taxi driving was not a prestigious occupation, he had invested over $50,000 to secure the position of general agent within the prime taxis. Such an opportunity would likely be unattainable now, even if the price were increased tenfold. Since achieving financial success through his association with Prime taxis, Tony had been striving to integrate himself into the elite circles of Los Angeles society. As it was the renowned woman's 50th birthday celebration, Andrew saw an opportunity to forge connections with the influential Reynolds family."Mr. McDonald, welcome! I hope you've been doing well," Klein greeted him warmly, embracing him before introducing him to the entire family."How was your journey here?" Maya inquired as she extended a firm hug."Thank you for your kind words, Ms. Reynolds. The journey was smooth," Andrew replied, reciprocating the huge. Andrew proceeded to approach the family respectfully, paying special regard to Old Mimi, the matriarch whose influence extended over the Reynolds' wealth.He presented a bouquet of red roses to Ms. Julia."Ms. Julia, I've heard of your fondness for red roses. These are special ones cultivated by a renowned florist in Los Angeles. Wishing you a joyous birthday and many years ahead."In appreciation, Ms. Julia rose from her seat and expressed her gratitude, "Thank you, Mr. McDonald. Your gesture is truly thoughtful."Turning his attention to Old Ms. Mimi, Andrew inquired, "How have you been, Old Ms. Mimi?"Old Ms. Mimi let out a weary sigh.Upon seeing Ms. Mimi's sour expression, Andrew turned to Klein and remarked, "Looks like Old Ms. Mimi is not in the best of moods today." Klein let out a heavy sigh and replied, "I don't mind your teasing, but we've really hit a streak of bad luck. Remember my son-in-law, Ethan Sinclair?"Andrew nodded. Three years ago, Maya, celebrated for her captivating charm in Los Angeles, tied the knot with an unremarkable man. The union created ripples throughout the city.At that time, Andrew harbored a secret desire to switch places with Ethan!Similar to Ethan, he was an ordinary person with modest beginnings. He, too, aspired to wed a woman of affluence!Klein continued, his voice tinged with anger, "That scoundrel not only cheated but also laid a hand on my son. Did you see the state my boy was in after the beating?"It was only then that Andrew noticed the bruises on Alexander's face. Yet, he found himself in a dilemma.As a mere outsider, how could he possibly intervene in the family affairs of others?Andrew hesitated for a moment before saying, "It's unfortunate that I don't have any connections in Los Angeles. If you can't resolve this matter, Mr. Reynolds, I fear I won't be of much help either. Otherwise, I would have gladly given that ungrateful wretch a piece of my mind!"Klein patted Andrew's shoulder reassuringly and said, "Mr. McDonald, you're too modest. You can definitely help me with this.""This guy works for you, Andrew. He's a driver in prime taxis!" Alexander chimed in, unable to hold back.Upon hearing this revelation, Andrew's face lit up with determination. " Maybe I can help with this!" Andrew had no choice but to help the Reynolds because it was his dream to meet with them, and this was his only chance of getting to know the entire family.With the power to terminate Ethan's employment and full knowledge of his whereabouts, Andrew wasted no time. He swiftly placed a phone call. "Hello, Kendra. Please look into Ethan Sinclair's employee details and his current location.""Okay, sir!" "And instruct him to pick up a passenger at the Freehand Hotel!"After ending the call, Andrew turned to Old Ms. Mimi with respect and assurance. "Old Ms. Mimi, that freeloader, will be here shortly. I will support you in handling this situation!"
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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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In the presence of esteemed figures including the chief of staff of a well-known transportation company, Tony was already privy to Ethan's employee number visibly displayed on his attire. Without delay, a vigilant bodyguard accompanying the chief swiftly input Ethan's employee number into the company's application to review his most recent order.Upon completion of the check, the bodyguard affirmed, "Tony, you're correct. There appears to be a slight delay in payment."Before the bodyguard could elaborate further, Tony interjected, "The reason for the delayed payment stems from his unprofessional conduct, specifically his act of carelessly discarding my phone to the ground."With this revelation, the public sentiment began to shift, aligning more with Maya and Tony's perspective.Turning towards Maya, Ethan inquired, "Are you not going to clarify why I dropped the phone?"Maintaining an air of innocence, Maya crossed her arms, subtly emphasizing her point with a raised finger. ""You w
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She studied Ethan from head to toe, finding him rather handsome to her satisfaction.In a somewhat condescending tone, Clara inquired, "Name?"Confused, Ethan replied, "What name?"Clara clarified, "Your name."Ethan, puzzled, responded, "Didn't Klein just mention that my name is Ethan Sinclair?""Rogue! Show some respect to Miss Walport!" Klein scolded Ethan loudly.Clara waved her hand nonchalantly and remarked, "Ethan, considering you share the same surname as the CEO of Walt Disney, I'm willing to offer you a way out."The crowd was left in a state of shock, with the Reynolds family particularly stunned by the revelation in the previous sentence.The fact that the new CEO of Walt Disney also bore the surname Sinclair had captured their attention."I finally discovered the surname of the Walt Disney CEO," Old Ms. Mimi exclaimed, her spirits lifted."How can someone as insignificant as Ethan hold as much weight as a multimillion-dollar deal?" one person questioned incredulously.Soph
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Old Ms. Mimi's actions seemed contradictory to those observing the situation. Just moments ago, she had seemingly orchestrated Ethan's exclusion from the future prospects in Los Angeles's influential circles. Now, she was inviting him to stay for lunch, causing confusion among the onlookers. Clara, however, recognized the shrewdness behind Old Ms. Mimi's maneuvers and couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for her cunning tactics. It wasn't merely a matter of using a carrot and stick approach; Old Ms. Mimi's motives ran deeper. By allowing Ethan to partake in the birthday banquet, she was asserting her dominance and simultaneously cutting off his potential future paths due to his altercation with her grandson. As Ethan was still legally the son-in-law of the Reynolds, Old Ms. Mimi upheld the family ties and insisted that he adhere to the tradition by staying for the banquet. Ethan, acknowledging the situation, complied and took a seat at the table alongside Maya, Alexander,
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Ethan stared at Marissa, utterly baffled, unable to grasp her intentions.Marissa rose from the ground, her expression transforming completely. Determination burned in her eyes, as though she had resolved to risk everything, even her dignity, for her cause."Mr. Sinclair," she began, her voice steady despite the weight of her words, "Giovanni, Tony, the Walt Disney Corporation staff, and those from the West’s company all know I came here to meet you today."Ethan nodded, his tone indifferent. "I know that. So what?"Marissa took a deep breath, then suddenly said, "I can stay here tonight."Ethan froze, utterly taken aback by her statement. What a brazen thing to say!It was in that moment he finally pieced together her meaning.The scandal of Tony sleeping with Maya—Ethan’s ex-wife—had been a public humiliation, tarnishing Ethan’s pride and reputation as the president of the prestigious Walt Disney Corporation. But if Ethan were to sleep with Tony’s mother, Marissa, the narrative woul
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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.
