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THE BEGGER BOY IS RICH HEIR CHAPTER 60
His father stirred, and his eyes fluttered open, locking onto Ethan. Despite his frailty, there was a steeliness in his gaze.“Ethan,” he murmured, his voice hoarse but firm, “sit up straight. You look like the weight of the world is crushing you.”Ethan straightened automatically, his father’s tone igniting a reflex from years of discipline.“I’m here, Dad. How are you feeling?”Mr. Elliot waved a weak hand dismissively.“I’ve felt better, but this isn’t about me. It’s about you.” He paused, taking a strained breath. “I’ve been thinking... and I may have been wrong earlier.”Ethan frowned, leaning closer.“What do you mean?”“I asked you to marry Lisa,” his father said, his tone slow and deliberate.“But I’ve reconsidered. Perhaps... you shouldn’t.”The words hit Ethan like a punch to the gut. “What?” he asked, incredulous.“Dad, you were just saying—”“I know what I said,” Mr. Elliot interrupted, his voice gaining strength despite his condition.“But I’ve realized that marriage unde
THE BEGGER BOY IS RICH HEIR CHAPTER 61
Ethan stared at Lisa, his mind a whirlwind of emotions.He had been so sure of his decision to let her go, convinced that pushing her away was the only way to protect her from the weight of his family’s expectations and the tangled mess of his inheritance.Yet here she was, standing firm, her resolve unwavering.“Lisa,” he began, his voice heavy with hesitation,“you don’t have to do this. You don’t owe me or my family anything.”Lisa stepped closer, her grip on his hand tightening.“Ethan, stop. Just stop.” Her tone was gentle but firm.“I’m not doing this for your family. I’m doing this for us. For you. Because I believe in you, and I believe in us.”Ethan shook his head, his chest tightening.“But what about your family? You deserve better than being tied down by someone else’s obligations.”Lisa smiled softly, her eyes brimming with both tenderness and determination.“Don’t you get it? My dream is to be with you, Ethan. And if this is part of your life—if this is what you need to
THE BEGGER BOY IS RICH HEIR CHAPTER 62
At the Barrett household, the mood was entirely different.The house buzzed with laughter and chatter as Lisa sat at the breakfast table, surrounded by her mother, aunts, and cousins.The air was filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and an array of dishes fit for a royal banquet.Lisa’s cousin, Tisha, playfully leaned over.“Today’s the day, Lisa! How are you feeling? Nervous? Excited?”Lisa smiled, though her mind wandered briefly.“Excited, mostly. But a little nervous, too,” she admitted. “It’s a big day.”Tisha grinned.“Well, no talking to Ethan until the ceremony! It’s bad luck, remember?”Lisa rolled her eyes.“It’s just a tradition. Ethan probably thinks I’m ignoring him.”“Exactly why I confiscated your phone,” Tisha teased, holding it up with a mischievous smirk.Lisa laughed and shook her head.“Fine. Just don’t miss any important calls.”The doorbell rang, interrupting their banter.Lisa stood, brushing off the invisible crumbs from her robe.“I’ll get it,” she s
THE BEGGER BOY IS RICH HEIR CHAPTER 63
The phone in his hand feels heavy as Tisha’s panicked words echo in his ears.At the same time, Mike’s breathless announcement about his father’s condition seems to freeze the air in the room.He takes a deep breath, his hands trembling as he raises his phone back to his ear.“Tisha,” he says firmly, though his voice is strained.“Check everything—ask around, and call the police if you have to. I’ll... I’ll figure something out.”“Ethan, what’s going on?” Tisha’s voice is on the verge of tears.“She was just here this morning. She couldn’t have gone far, right?”Ethan doesn’t answer, his mind already racing through possibilities.He hangs up abruptly, shoving his phone into his pocket, and turns to Mike.“What do you mean he’s in a coma? I was just about to pick him up!”Mike looks flustered, his tie slightly askew.“I don’t know the full details, Mr. Elliot. The doctor said it happened suddenly. They’ve stabilized him, but he’s unresponsive. They’re running more tests.”Ethan slams h
THE BEGGER BOY IS RICH HEIR CHAPTER 64
Ethan's heart pounds as he processes the situation. His father lies comatose in a hospital bed, and now Lisa’s life hangs in the balance. Every instinct screams for him to act swiftly, but he knows he can’t afford to be reckless. One wrong move could cost him everything.He turns to Mike, who is staring at him with wide eyes. “Call the finance team,” Ethan orders, his voice steady despite the storm inside him. “Get them to prepare the cash. Fifty million. I’ll need it in unmarked bills within the hour.”Mike hesitates, his expression uneasy. “Mr. Elliot, are you sure? This could be a trap. Shouldn’t we—”“No police,” Ethan cuts him off, his gaze hard and unyielding. “Not yet. Whoever this is, they’re watching. We can’t risk tipping them off until Lisa is safe.”Mike nods reluctantly and rushes out of the room. Ethan sits down at his desk, his hands gripping the edge tightly. His mind races, analyzing the situation. Who would do this? Is this about the company? A rival? Or something el
THE BEGGER BOY IS RICH HEIR CHAPTER 65
Ethan stood in the grand foyer, his nerves on edge.He had just received the ransom call, and every second that ticked by felt like a lifetime.Turning to Mike, he said sharply, “Gather four of our best guards. Tell them to be ready to move. And not a word about this to anyone. Understand?”Mike nodded, concern etched on his face.“Yes, sir. Should I inform the family that we’re stepping out?”“Tell them we’ll be back before the wedding starts,” Ethan replied curtly.“But keep it vague. No one can know about Lisa. Not yet.”Within minutes, Mike and the guards were assembled in the driveway. Ethan gave them a quick rundown of the situation, omitting no details.“Lisa’s been kidnapped. The bastards want fifty million, and they’re moving us around like pawns. I’ll follow their instructions, but stay sharp. Something feels off about this.”One of the guards, Jaxon, spoke up.“We’ve got your back, Mr. Elliot. Whatever it takes.”Ethan nodded appreciatively, then slid into the driver’s seat
THE BEGGER BOY IS RICH HEIR CHAPTER 66
Ethan stares at his phone, fury and helplessness twisting in his chest. The cold morning air bites against his skin as he turns to Mike and his guards.“They want me to call off the wedding,” Ethan says through clenched teeth, his voice barely masking the storm brewing inside him.Mike’s face pales. “Call off the wedding? What does that even mean? Why would they—”“I don’t know,” Ethan interrupts, running a hand through his disheveled hair. “But they’re playing games, leading us in circles all night. And now, they’re making demands they know I can’t meet.”One of the guards, a tall man named Javier, steps forward. “Sir, this doesn’t sound like a ransom anymore. It feels… personal.”Ethan exhales sharply. “Of course it’s personal. Someone wants to destroy me, and they’re using Lisa to do it.”Mike frowns. “But why involve Lisa? She has nothing to do with your business or your enemies.”“Exactly,” Ethan says bitterly. “Which means this isn’t just about me. It’s about us. Whoever’s behin
THE BEGGER BOY IS RICH HEIR CHAPTER 67
Ethan paces the length of the mansion’s study, his hand clenching and unclenching the phone.His thoughts are a chaotic swirl of anger, fear, and strategy.He dials Lisa’s friend, Alyssa, who had previously helped them track down the blackmailer.“Alyssa,” he says sharply as soon as she answers, “it’s an emergency. Lisa’s been kidnapped. I need you to trace the number they’re calling from.”Alyssa’s gasp is audible.“What? Oh my God, Ethan! Are you okay? What happened?”“I don’t have time to explain,” Ethan snaps, though he softens slightly.“I’ll send you the details of the calls. Just tell me if you can do it.”“I’ll try,” Alyssa says firmly.“Send me everything you’ve got. I’ll call you as soon as I have something.”“Thanks,” Ethan says, his voice clipped. He ends the call and turns to Mike, who is coordinating with the guards in the corner of the study.“Mike, I want every available guard on standby near the mansion and another team ready to move out with me,” Ethan orders.“Yes,
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CHAPTER 82
The air was thick with tension as Nikolai’s words hung in the air.His smug smile had barely faded when Ethan, still standing beside Lisa, slowly turned toward him.There was no fear in Ethan’s eyes—only determination.Nikolai’s face twisted into an expression of disbelief.“You still think you can get away with this?”Ethan’s lips curled into a calm, knowing smile.“You’re not the only one who can play the game, Nikolai.”Before Nikolai could react, Lisa stepped forward, her presence commanding attention.She wasn’t the vulnerable woman he thought she was, and with every step, she exuded confidence.In her hand, she held a piece of paper, the edges sharp and pristine.The weight of it, the final blow, was clear in her eyes.“Actually, Nikolai,” Lisa began, her voice strong and steady, “we’re not done here. Not by a long shot.”The reporters shifted in their seats, their cameras poised to capture the next move in this escalating drama.Lisa held up the document.“This is a notarized a
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CHAPTER 81
The doors to the backyard flew open with a bang, and a group of suited men, followed by a handful of reporters, stormed into the ceremony.Lisa froze, her heart skipping a beat. Ethan’s blood ran cold as his eyes met the familiar face of the man who had caused them so much turmoil.Nikolai stood at the front, a smug smile playing on his lips as he surveyed the scene.“Well, well,” he said, his voice dripping with satisfaction.“It seems I arrived just in time to stop the celebration.”Ethan stepped in front of Lisa, instinctively trying to shield her.“What the hell are you doing here, Nikolai?” he demanded, his voice sharp with anger.“I’m here to make sure your little farce doesn’t continue,” Nikolai retorted, his gaze cold.“You may think you’re married, but this ceremony is as worthless as your claims to my father’s company.”The officiant, clearly taken aback, spoke up, trying to regain control of the situation.“Excuse me, but this is a private ceremony. You have no right to int
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CHAPTER 80
The estate was quiet, the lush green of the garden surrounding them in a peaceful embrace.The backyard, typically reserved for gatherings and family dinners, was transformed into a simple yet beautiful setting for their secret wedding.String lights hung delicately from the trees, casting a warm glow over the small gathering of close friends and family.Ethan stood at the front, his hands trembling ever so slightly as he adjusted his tie.He had waited for this moment, but now that it was here, his mind raced with every possible consequence.This wasn’t just a wedding—it was a declaration, a stand against everything Nikolai was trying to take from them.His gaze shifted to the soft rustling of the trees, the sound of the wind carrying the scent of blooming flowers.The guests were seated in quiet anticipation. But the moment he’d been waiting for was coming.“Are you nervous?” Lisa’s brother, Matt, whispered from beside him.He gave Ethan a small, encouraging smile.Ethan glanced ove
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CHAPTER 79
Ethan clenched his fists, his jaw tight with frustration.“He’s doing it on purpose, you know.” His voice was a low growl.Lisa, still pale from the ordeal but determined, entered the room, her gaze fixed on Ethan.She moved toward him, her steps slow but purposeful.“I know. He’s stalling, hoping I’ll be too weak to go through with it.”“He wants us to lose everything. He’s playing us, Lisa,” Ethan said, his voice cracking slightly.“The wedding delay... It’s his way of getting to us. The longer we wait, the more power he gains.”Lisa placed a hand on his shoulder, trying to steady him.“I won’t let him win.”Ethan looked down at her hand, then met her eyes.“But if you do this, you’re putting yourself at risk again. I can’t lose you. Not like this.”Lisa took a deep breath, her face hardening with resolve.“You think I’m going to sit back and let him take everything from us?” she asked, her voice calm but fierce.“We can’t keep hiding, Ethan. We can’t keep letting him control us.”E
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CHAPTER 78
“You think I haven’t suffered? You think it’s been easy for me, either?”“Oh, it’s been hard for you, hasn’t it?” Nikolai said mockingly, his voice dripping with sarcasm.“You had everything handed to you. A name. A legacy. A father who tested you and watched from afar, making you feel like you were struggling. But it was all a game to him, wasn’t it? A test. A cruel, endless test.”Ethan’s heart clenched at the words.His father had always been distant, demanding that he prove himself, but it had never been easy.Every victory, every accomplishment, had felt like a small, hollow achievement, knowing that his father’s approval was the only one that truly mattered.But now, hearing it from Nikolai, it stung in a way he hadn’t expected.“You think I had it easy?” Ethan spat, stepping closer.“You know nothing about what I’ve been through.”“I know enough,” Nikolai shot back, his voice hard.“You’ve had your father, your family. I had no one. I fought for everything I have, and I’ll keep
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CHAPTER 77
The drive to the warehouse was silent, the only sound the hum of the car’s engine.Ethan’s guard, a loyal man named Gregor, sat in the passenger seat, his hand resting on the pistol at his side.When they arrived, the area was eerily quiet.The warehouse loomed in the distance, its windows dark. Ethan got out of the car, his breath visible in the cold night air.“Stay close,” he ordered Gregor.They made their way toward the building, but as they approached the entrance, a sudden noise startled them.Shadows moved in the darkness, and before Ethan could react, a group of masked men lunged from the shadows.Gregor immediately drew his weapon, but the attackers were too fast. Within seconds, Ethan was surrounded.“Looks like you walked right into my trap, Mr. Elliot,” a voice called from the darkness.Ethan’s heart skipped a beat as a tall figure stepped into the light. Nikolai.“You?” Ethan snarled, taking a step back.“This was all your doing?”Nikolai smirked.“Did you really think y
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CHAPTER 76
The boardroom was tense.Ethan stood at the head of the table, his usual confident demeanor wavering slightly.His father’s comatose state had left the company teetering on the edge of uncertainty.The board members exchanged uncertain glances, murmurs filling the room.“I believe it’s time we make a decision,” a member, Mr. Carrington, said.“We can’t afford to keep waiting. The company’s future is at risk.”“I agree,” added Mrs. Foster, her voice tight.“But, there’s a matter of the heir that hasn’t been settled. Until we know for certain that Mr. Nikolai is the rightful successor, we can’t transfer control to Ethan.”Ethan clenched his fists, his frustration bubbling to the surface.“I am the rightful heir!” he snapped, his voice rising.“My father tested me. He made me struggle like a common man, but I’ve earned this position. I’ve proven myself.”“Then prove it with evidence,” Mr. Carrington countered.“You’re asking us to make a decision based solely on your word. We need verifi
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CHAPTER 75
Ethan leaned back in his chair, staring at the stack of old family records spread out before him.Lisa was on the phone, speaking to one of the long-time servants from the Elliot family estate, trying to gather any information about Nikolai’s claims.She glanced over at Ethan, her face tense as she hung up.“No one remembers him,” she said, setting the phone down with a sigh.“Not a single person has heard of a Nikolai Elliot.”Ethan rubbed his temples, trying to process the absurdity of it all.“How can this be? He’s saying Mr. Elliot abandoned him, and yet no one knows anything about him?” His voice was a mixture of frustration and disbelief.“He must be lying.”Lisa nodded but still seemed uncertain.“I don’t know, Ethan. I feel like something’s missing. It just doesn’t add up.”Ethan exhaled sharply, running a hand through his hair.“What do you think we should do next?”Lisa hesitated for a moment before speaking.“We need to dig deeper. We can’t rely on the family records alone.
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CHAPTER 74
Ethan was glued to the television, his stomach churning as he watched Nikolai speak with such authority.The reporters were on edge, cameras flashing, as Nikolai continued.“For years, my father, Mr. Elliot, and his company have flourished while I lived in neglect,” he said, his tone laced with mock sincerity.“He abandoned my mother and me, throwing us aside to protect his reputation. The family name, the fortune, all of it meant more to him than me or my mother. But I’ve spent my life working to survive. And now, I demand my rightful place in this family.”Ethan clenched his fists as Nikolai painted himself as a victim of neglect.It was as if he had rehearsed every word to evoke sympathy from the public.Nikolai knew exactly how to manipulate the narrative, and now the media was eating it up.The cameras zoomed in on the audience, capturing their shocked faces as they absorbed the revelation.“My mother may not have had the fortune she deserved, but I’ve worked for everything I hav
