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The Betrayed Son in Law Rise to Influence Chapter 9
The person who stepped out of the car was none other than Ash's lover and childhood best friend, Liam.Simon swiftly looked away, hoping to avoid a confrontation. But luck wasn't on his side today. Liam turned and spotted him, a smirk spreading across his face."Well, if it isn't beggar Simon," Liam called out.Simon turned, meeting Liam's gaze directly."Oh yes, I wasn't mistaken," Liam continued. "What are you doing in a luxurious neighborhood like this? Wait... don't tell me. You're working here as a cleaner? Or maybe—just maybe—you're trying to steal from the people here?"Simon chuckled and was about to walk away when Liam stepped in front of him, blocking his path."Where do you think you're going?" Liam demanded. "I'm not done speaking with you. Don't you dare leave, or you know what will happen. I run this city."Simon burst into laughter. "Is this arrogance because you now have my leftover, Ash? Or because you're still living off your father?"Liam snorted. "At least I have a
The Betrayed Son in Law Rise to Influence Chapter 10
In the news on the internet, the Eastery family was a scene of chaos. They all tried to hide their faces, shouting at the top of their lungs that they didn’t evade any taxes, that they were lawful citizens.But amidst the chaos, Liam’s father collapsed and was rushed to the hospital. The best thing that made Simon smile about the whole shenanigans was when Liam’s face appeared on screen with streaks of tears, his bloodshot, tired eyes, and his rough, unshaven beard. He looked like someone who belonged in a psychiatric ward.Simon couldn’t help but smirk. This was just the starting point.The satisfaction he felt ran deep—Liam and Ash could never repay him for what they had done to him. No matter what happened, they would always owe him. As he scrolled through more articles, the news only got better. The Eastery family's share prices were plummeting, bankruptcy loomed, and investors were fleeing. The authorities had begun investigating their illegal activities. It was the kind of downf
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As Simon trudged through the front door, exhausted from the useless discussion he had with Ash, his mother greeted him with an unexpected mix of amusement and annoyance."'Simon, did you really go all the way to the neighboring city to get food?' she asked, her hands on her hips."Simon hesitated, knowing he was in trouble. 'I, uh, Mom...'"His mother raised an eyebrow. You've kept us waiting for a long while! You deserve a punishment, young man...'"Simon prepared himself for the worst, but his mother's next words caught him off guard:"'Your punishment is... to give me a body massage.”Simon chuckled. "Well, well, you’re going to get it. When do you want the massage?""After the meal," his mother replied.Everyone ate to their heart's content, and after taking her last gulp of water, Simon's mother smiled widely. "Simon, this meal was so delicious! The punishment I gave you is forgiven. But next time, go with Cass so I don’t starve waiting for you."She turned to Cass. "What do you
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Ash nodded, masking her frustration with a forced smile. "Okay, Grandma."As she climbed back into her car, her thoughts simmered with rage. Simon. That bastard. How dare he put me through this nonsense? Her grip tightened on the steering wheel, and under her breath, she muttered, "He’ll pay for this. One way or another."The engine roared to life, but her mind was elsewhere, plotting her revenge. What a nuisance he is.When she finally arrived at the Katherine mansion, the matriarch was waiting, her expression calm but serious. "Ash, the chairman's secretary just sent us Simon’s new contact details."Ash blinked, caught off guard. "Wait... Simon didn’t block me? He changed his number?" A dark chuckle escaped her lips. "Wow, Simon. Well played. Thumbs up to you."The matriarch’s stern voice cut through Ash’s sarcasm. "Silence, Ash. Now, here's what you’re going to do. Call Simon and ask him to come over. You can apologize, like a proper wife, and we’ll avoid escalating this matter."A
The Betrayed Son in Law Rise to Influence The matriarch fell on her knees
For days, Ash relentlessly called Simon, but each ring only brought her deeper into frustration. He was ignoring her—intentionally. The sound of her name flashing on his phone sent a wicked smile across his face every time, yet he refused to answer. Simon had made up his mind to punish her, and he was going to make her sweat.Ash's panic grew by the hour. She could barely sleep, plagued by the increasing pressure from her grandmother. The matriarch’s words echoed in her mind: **“You need to fix this, Ash. We can’t afford to lose this deal.”** The weight was crushing her, and with each ignored call, her desperation intensified.Nearly a week passed before her grandmother stormed into the living room. Her face was pale with anger, her voice cold and commanding.“Ash, you need to get Simon on the phone! Do you understand me?” Her sharp tone sliced through the air. “We’re running out of time!”Ash flinched, her hands trembling as she nodded. “I’ve been trying, grandma. He’s not picking up
The Betrayed Son in Law Rise to Influence Rivals Pitted Against Each Other
The moment the matriarch stormed through the door, her fury was like a crackling flame. She didn’t pause; her hands swept across the hallway table, sending vase after vase crashing onto the marble floor. Each shattering blow echoed through the house, a warning to everyone within earshot—stay away. The staff scattered, whispering among themselves, too scared to even clean up the mess she left in her wake.But Ash wasn’t so lucky.“Ash!” The matriarch’s voice cut through the tension like a blade. Ash, halfway up the stairs, froze. Her heart raced as her grandmother’s footsteps grew closer. “Why did you have to cheat on Simon?”Ash swallowed hard, words caught in her throat, but the matriarch didn’t wait for an answer. “And with that useless Liam, no less. He’s done nothing for this family, and now neither have you!” Her words were laced with venom, each one sinking deep into Ash’s gut. “You’ve disgraced us.”Ash’s mouth was dry, her eyes fixed on the ground, wishing the floor would swal
The Betrayed Son in Law Rise to Influence Family Time
Simon leaned against the doorway, his arms crossed as he watched his mother and Cass enter the room. They were both dressed to the nines, their outfits perfectly coordinated like they had planned it all week. A grin tugged at the corners of his mouth, but he held back, waiting for just the right moment to say something.“Wow,” he said, eyes dancing with amusement. “For a second there, I thought we’d only get to watch the credits and the prologue. You know, the parts where they thank everyone but us?”His mother stopped in her tracks, shooting him a look that was both playful and scolding. With a quick flick of her wrist, she swatted his shoulder, barely touching him. “Don’t be cheeky,” she said with a smirk. “You’re lucky we didn’t make you wait another hour.”Simon rubbed his shoulder dramatically, though the light tap had barely registered. “I’m just saying,” he replied, a teasing lilt in his voice. “At this rate, we’ll miss the whole thing. I didn’t know getting ready for a movie n
The Betrayed Son in Law Rise to Influence Chapter 16
As he entered the grand hall, the sight was nothing short of magnificent. The walls shimmered in rose gold, and silver petals cascaded from the ceiling like some kind of opulent rain. At one end, stars shone in an ethereal display, casting a soft glow across the room. A lone guitarist played smooth, mellow tunes, his fingers expertly dancing across the strings. The crowd was a mix of high society—men in perfectly tailored tuxedos and women adorned in luxurious ball gowns. Yet, to Simon, they were all actors in a charade, putting on airs to mask the hypocrisy that lies beneath their polished surfaces. He smirked to himself, disgusted at the disguise these so-called elites put on. Just as his mind started wandering deeper into his disdain for Skitt City's upper class, a soft tap on his shoulder brought him out of his thoughts. He turned sharply, his gaze cold and calculating. There stood Esther, Ash’s younger sister. Her timid smile and innocent eyes seemed out of place amidst the lav
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Amelia’s eyes widened, a mix of relief and vindication flickering across her face. The other sales staff exchanged uneasy glances, their earlier whispers now replaced with an uncomfortable silence.The customers who had snickered at Simon earlier looked on with wide-eyed disbelief. One man muttered to his companion, “Did he just say his car?”Carlisle, oblivious to—or perhaps deliberately ignoring—the tension in the room, gestured toward the entrance. “Shall we? I think you’ll be pleased with what we’ve done.”“Of course,” Simon said smoothly, his expression unreadable as he turned to follow Carlisle.Outside the dealership, the sun gleamed off the glass facade, casting sharp reflections onto the pavement. A sleek transporter truck was parked at the curb, its hydraulic lift carefully lowering a car that seemed to shimmer under the sunlight.The car was a masterpiece. Its custom paint—a deep obsidian black with subtle iridescent undertones—caught the light in waves, shifting between hu
Chapter 34
The sun cast sharp beams across the polished glass façade of Scaffs dealership, each ray reflecting the world-class automobiles displayed within. Cars sat gleaming like trophies, their metallic finishes flawless, their designs a testament to human ingenuity. The faint hum of conversation and muted clicks of polished heels echoed softly within the showroom.Inside, the air was thick with affluence, scented with a mix of fresh leather and a faint hint of the cologne worn by wealthy patrons. The sales representatives, dressed in sharp, tailored suits, flitted between clients, their smiles wide and professional. Here, status wasn’t earned—it was flaunted, celebrated, and soaked into every surface of the space.Through the glass doors, a man entered with a measured stride.Simon’s presence wasn’t immediately commanding. He wore a navy blazer over a crisp white shirt, paired with understated chinos and leather loafers. The outfit was clearly expensive if one had the eye for it, but it lacke
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The night was winding down, the banquet hall now quieter as guests began to depart in pairs and small groups. The laughter had softened, replaced by polite goodbyes and the clinking of glasses being cleared away by the staff. The clique, however, remained at their table, their energy undimmed as they continued to indulge in drinks and conversation.Simon stood near the bar, his calm presence unassuming yet magnetic. Despite the clique's earlier attempts at mockery, he remained composed, exuding a quiet power that drew the occasional glance from other attendees.He took a sip from his glass of sparkling water, his thoughts momentarily drifting to the evening’s events. While the night had been a stark reminder of the arrogance and superficiality of some of his former classmates, it had also reinforced how far he had come.From across the table, Madison's sharp eyes were still trained on him, her curiosity and frustration evident. She had always prided herself on being the center of atte
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The reunion was in full swing, the lavish banquet hall a hub of energy as groups of former classmates gathered in tight clusters, their laughter echoing against the high ceilings. Waiters weaved through the crowd with trays of champagne flutes and delicate hors d'oeuvres, their steps light and practiced. Every corner of the room seemed to sparkle, from the crystal chandeliers overhead to the sequined dresses and tailored suits of the attendees.At one table near the center of the room, a particularly boisterous group had gathered. They were seated in a loose circle of plush chairs, the centerpieces of their table gleaming with silver and gold. It was impossible not to notice them; their voices rose above the crowd, drawing the attention of anyone within earshot.This was the clique—the untouchable group of wealthy, entitled students who had ruled the university’s social hierarchy with iron fists wrapped in velvet gloves. Even now, years after graduation, they carried themselves with t
Chapter 31
The crisp morning air was laced with the faint scent of dew as Simon stepped out for his daily walk. The city was just beginning to stir, the streets alive with the soft hum of cars and the occasional chatter of early risers. Simon, dressed in a simple yet impeccably tailored tracksuit, kept his pace steady, his thoughts adrift as he moved through the familiar route.As he rounded a corner near a quiet park, a voice called out behind him, startling him slightly."Simon? Is that really you?"Simon turned, his sharp eyes falling on a figure jogging toward him. The man was a familiar face, though it was one Simon would have preferred to forget. It was John—an old classmate from university, a man known for his silly antics and hypocritical nature."John," Simon said evenly, his voice betraying none of the reluctance he felt.John beamed, his face lighting up as he clapped Simon on the shoulder in an overly familiar manner. “Wow, it’s been ages! What are the odds, huh? You’re still the sam
Chapter 30
The first rays of sunlight broke over the city skyline, spilling gold onto the polished surfaces of Simon’s penthouse. The quiet hum of life outside was a stark contrast to the luxury within. Simon stirred in bed, his hand brushing against the silk sheets as his sharp eyes blinked open. His dreams had been calm, untroubled—something he wasn’t accustomed to.Stretching out, Simon rose, his well-toned body illuminated by the sun streaming through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The city below moved at its usual hurried pace, but Simon's world felt different now. Lighter. Victorious.The Katherines, once a name whispered with awe and respect, were now a distant memory. Ash and her family were no longer his concern; they had been exiled to irrelevance. It wasn’t that Simon enjoyed their downfall—no, this was business. The strong thrived while the weak crumbled.In the kitchen, Simon poured himself a glass of chilled water, the sharp clink of ice cubes breaking the silence. He threw on a sle
Chapter 29
Inside the Katherine mansion, Ash moved through the corridors like a ghost, her footsteps echoing against the polished marble floors. The air felt heavy, suffocating, as if the walls themselves mourned the family's impending downfall.In the grand parlor, her grandmother, Mrs Katherine, sat in quiet contemplation. Her slender fingers traced the rim of a porcelain teacup, the steam from the untouched brew curling into the air like fleeting whispers. The matriarch’s eyes, once bright and commanding, now carried a distant, glassy sheen—a mix of defiance and weary resignation.Ash approached hesitantly, her voice a whisper, barely audible above the faint rustle of the curtains. “Grandma, there’s nothing we can do for now.” Her words trembled as she spoke. “Simon isn’t accepting our pleas. He’s made it clear—he won’t stop until we’re completely ruined. We... we have no choice but to make do with what we have left.”The older woman didn’t flinch, her gaze fixed on the dying embers in the f
Chapter 28
Ash's grandmother clutched her phone, her wrinkled fingers trembling as she reread the message. The screen cast a pale glow on her face, highlighting the deep creases of her distress. Her breath hitched, a strangled gasp escaping her throat, and the device slipped from her hand, hitting the polished floor with a hollow clack. She stumbled backward, her knees giving way, and collapsed into the armchair behind her.Her eyes darted across the room as if searching for some invisible answer, her lips trembling with disbelief. “No… no, this can’t be,” she whispered, her voice cracking under the weight of her panic. Her chest heaved, each breath labored, as tears welled in her eyes.Ash appeared in the doorway, her heels clicking softly against the marble floor, her lilac dress flowing behind her. “Grandma? What happened?” she asked, her tone edged with unease. She froze at the sight of the usually unshakable matriarch reduced to a fragile, trembling figure.“It’s over,” her grandmother croa
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Simon reclined in his study, the dim light casting long shadows across the room. His fingers tapped rhythmically on the armrest of his chair, his mind wandering to a time he had long tried to bury. It was years ago, but the memories were as vivid as if they’d happened yesterday. Ash. Her sharp laughter, the intoxicating way she could light up a room, and the equally venomous way she could destroy everything in her path. Their marriage had been a whirlwind. To the outside world, it was a picture of how damned lucky a poor man like Simon was for having a gorgeous wife like Ash: Ash, the dazzling socialite, and Simon, the quiet and poor guy. Behind closed doors, it was a different story. He remembered that night that had almost ruined his life. Isaac, Ash’s younger brother, had been involved in a drunken hit-and-run that killed an innocent woman, Ms. Xerox. The scandal had the potential to ruin not only Isaac but the entire Katherine family. “Simon,” Ash had pleaded, her voice tr
