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The Enigmatic Son-in-law You're Still a Long Way
Max stood still, a faint smirk on his face as the first thug rushed at him, throwing a wild punch aimed directly at his jaw. With a slight tilt of his head, Max avoided the blow entirely, his feet never leaving their spot.The thug blinked, confused at how effortlessly his attack was dodged. Another man immediately charged in, this time aiming a kick at Max's side. Max merely shifted his torso, letting the kick slice through empty air."Is this all you've got?" Max asked, his tone light and mocking.Frustrated grunts came from the group as another thug swung a metal rod, aiming to hit Max's shoulder. Without breaking a sweat, Max leaned backward, the rod missing him by mere inches. The attacker stumbled forward, thrown off balance, and Max didn't even glance at him."Hey, careful with that thing," Max teased, his voice laced with sarcasm. "You might hurt someone. Maybe even yourself."The thugs exchanged nervous glances but steeled themselves. Two came at him simultaneously—one aiming
The Enigmatic Son-in-law A Grandmaster
Zoren's glare could have burned a hole through Max, but it only seemed to amuse him further. Max let out a relaxed sigh, pointing the branch at Zoren like a teacher scolding a stubborn child."So, are we done here, or do you want me to embarrass you even more?"Zoren clenched his fists, but there was hesitation in his eyes now. His men groaned on the ground behind him, holding their bruises and glaring at Max with disbelief and fear.Sean, watching from the sidelines, swallowed hard, his earlier excitement replaced by unease."Y-You're a freak…" Sean muttered under his breath.Max grinned, resting the branch on his shoulder. "No, Sean. I'm just someone you shouldn't have messed with."Sean's face twisted in anger as he laughed maniacally, trying to muster his courage. He took a step forward as if to charge, but his confidence faltered when his eyes darted to Zoren's men writhing in pain on the ground. His movements stilled, his earlier bravado replaced with uncertainty.Zoren let out
The Enigmatic Son-in-law It's about time
"Zoren!" Sean yelled as he watched Zoren suddenly collapse and vomit blood. Fear and confusion swept over Zoren's men, their faces pale and their bodies trembling as they took cautious steps back.Max walked forward with a calm expression, his footsteps echoing in the silence. He crouched slightly and delivered two sharp slaps to Zoren's face.Slap! Slap!The force was just enough to jolt Zoren awake. He groaned softly, blinking in disorientation as he held his reddened cheeks. When his vision cleared, he saw Max standing over him, a faint smile playing on his lips.Zoren's eyes widened in realization. His expression shifted rapidly from confusion to fear. Without hesitation, he dropped to his knees, bowing his head low."B-Boss! Master!" Zoren stammered, his voice shaking with genuine fear and submission."What?" Sean blurted out, utterly dumbfounded by the sight. He took a step closer, his expression filled with disbelief. "Zoren, what are you doing? Why are you kneeling?"The rest
The Enigmatic Son-in-law New Power
Max felt the strange energy disappear almost as quickly as it had appeared. Yet he was sure of one thing—it wasn't just one or two students emitting it. Whoever or whatever it was, they were inside the university. He kept these thoughts to himself as the rest of the class went by uneventfully.When lunch finally arrived, Max began to gather his things when Lily approached him, smiling brightly."Max! Come eat with me and Rose," she said cheerfully.Max paused for a moment, considering her offer. Then his eyes darted toward Sean, who was quietly packing his things. Max spoke up, his voice calm but firm. "Sean, tell Zoren to meet me in the cafeteria."Sean froze for a moment, then nodded respectfully. "Yes," he replied, before hurrying out of the classroom.Lily and Rose stared at Max, their faces a mix of surprise and confusion."Wait a second," Lily began, raising an eyebrow. "You know Zoren? The martial artist?"Max smiled faintly and shrugged."How did you get Sean to listen to you
The Enigmatic Son-in-law Sports Fest
The university was abuzz with excitement as the Sports Fest kicked off. The grounds were filled with cheering crowds, players in vibrant uniforms, and the sound of whistles and announcements echoing through the air. Max, Zoren, and Sean strolled leisurely across the campus, observing the different events.They stopped at the basketball court where a heated game was underway. The players moved with intensity, sweat dripping as the crowd roared with each shot.Max crossed his arms, his sharp eyes scanning the court. "Feel anything unusual?" he asked Zoren.Zoren shook his head, his brows furrowed. "Nothing. Just the usual competitiveness in the air."Sean, however, was distracted. "Hey, look at her!" he said, nudging Max and pointing at a tall, athletic girl on the court. She had just scored a three-pointer. Sean straightened his jacket and confidently approached her during a break."Hi there," Sean said, flashing what he thought was his most charming smile. "Great shot. You know, I cou
The Enigmatic Son-in-law Too Easy
Zoren and Max sighed in unison, realizing there was nothing immediately wrong. Adrian, however, stood at the center of the mat with a smug grin. "Too easy," he said arrogantly, before motioning to his team to send out another player. His overconfidence earned glares and whispers from the other teams, with many players visibly annoyed by his attitude.From Waren's team, one of his top fighters stepped forward at his command. The man was muscular, agile, and known as one of Waren's strongest candidates. The match began with both fighters demonstrating impressive skill. The crowd was on edge, cheering and gasping with every exchange. But shock rippled through the gym when Adrian's fighter delivered a devastating roundhouse kick, securing a win and knocking Waren's man out of the competition.Waren's team was now down to just two players—a skinny man and Waren himself.Next, it was Rose's turn. She sent in one of her remaining players, a tall, well-built man with confident strides. The fi
The Enigmatic Son-in-law Waren
Rose's eyes widened in horror as she bolted from her seat, rushing toward her fallen teammate. But before she could reach her, the referee and medical team intervened, surrounding the unconscious fighter to check her condition.Max remained seated, his piercing gaze locked onto Adrian's player, but he made no move to intervene. He could sense that Rose's teammate, while battered and unconscious, had no life-threatening injuries. A few broken ribs and fractures were serious, but not fatal. He exhaled slowly, his eyes still sharp, observing the scene unfold. Adrian's player strutted arrogantly on the mat, her smug expression unwavering. "Let's not waste time," she mocked, her voice dripping with disdain. "Bring in the next one already." From the sidelines, Waren began to move. His presence was heavy, and a chilling air seemed to follow him. He stepped onto the mat with slow, deliberate strides, his gaze locked onto the woman. A dark aura surrounded him, and his calm demeanor was lac
The Enigmatic Son-in-law Zombie?
At that moment, the man Waren had just defeated slowly stood, his movements unnatural and jerky. His eyes, now pitch black, glinted ominously under the harsh gym lights, and black mist wafted from his mouth with every labored breath. A chilling aura began to radiate from him, sending a wave of unease through the gym.Waren's cold gaze remained fixed on the man, utterly unshaken. The sound of bones snapping echoed across the gym as the man's previously broken ribs and limbs twisted back into place. Yet, his expression was unnervingly calm, even confident, as though his newfound form rendered him untouchable.Max's brow furrowed as he observed the transformation. "This is different," he murmured under his breath. "It's not the same as what I've faced before, but... the aura is similar. Weaker, but unmistakable."The zombie-like man roared and charged at Waren, his movements erratic yet relentless. Waren didn't flinch, stepping forward with precision and meeting the charge head-on. Their
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Anderson and Darwin exchanged a knowing look, a subtle nod signaling the start of their plan. Anderson was the first to break the silence, his voice firm yet laced with a false tone of reason. "Dad, I have to object to this decision," he began. "Blaine's position in the company isn't strong enough yet. What if the board and the employees don't fully support him? This could lead to instability."Darwin quickly chimed in, supporting his brother's argument. "Exactly. While Blaine has achieved some successes, it's premature to place him in such a critical position. We need to think about the company's long-term security, and this move might jeopardize it."Blake's sharp eyes turned toward them, his expression unreadable. "Are you saying the support of the Gonzales family isn't sufficient?" he asked calmly, his tone carrying a subtle challenge.Anderson hesitated before shaking his head. "It's not that, Dad. The partnership with the Gonzales family has undoubtedly been a significant boost
Spoiled Brat
Leo shot up from his chair, his voice rising with disbelief. "Impossible!" He pointed accusingly at Max, his face twisted with frustration."There's no way someone like him could pull something like this off!" Lily chimed in, her tone sharp and dismissive. "The Gonzales family? Really? How could Max, of all people, even get near them?"Anderson leaned back, shaking his head, his lips curling into a scornful smile. "This has to be some kind of joke. Max barely has any credentials, let alone connections to one of the most influential families in the country."Darwin folded his arms, his brows furrowing in skepticism. "Exactly. He's just riding on Alexa's fame and Blaine's name. What could he possibly have to offer that would interest the Gonzales family?"Leo suddenly laughed, his voice dripping with mockery. He turned to Alicia. "You don't have to cover for him, Aunt Alicia. We all know how much you dislike your son-in-law. Why the sudden loyalty? Just admit it—Max didn't do anything.
It was Max
The room fell silent, with everyone still tense from Blake's earlier words. The elderly man looked around at their expressions and suddenly chuckled, his laughter echoing in the stillness. "Why do you all look so nervous?" he asked, his tone teasing. "Am I so scary now?"The tension broke momentarily, replaced by a few awkward smiles, but Blake waved them off as he adjusted himself in his chair. "Relax, all of you. I'm an old man now, and all I want is to live the rest of my life in peace."He turned his gaze to Alexa and Max, his smile softening. "And it seems like you two are doing well together," he said warmly.Alexa smiled back and spoke, her voice filled with gratitude. "Thank you, Grandpa. Honestly, if it weren't for you, I wouldn't have met Max."Max nodded in agreement and added, "You've given me a gift I'll always cherish. Thank you, sir."Blake laughed heartily, clearly pleased. "Good, good," he said, but before he could continue, Lily interrupted, her voice sharp and laced
Blake Collins
A few moments later, more members of the Collins family entered the conference room, taking their seats at the long table. Among them were Leo Collins, Anderson's son, and Lily Collins, Darwin's daughter. The two younger members of the family sat beside Anderson, their expressions mirroring the smug confidence of their fathers.Anderson glanced at his watch before turning to Leo. "Where is Dad?"Leo responded politely, "He's on his way down, Dad." Then, his eyes swept across the room, and he asked, "Uncle Blaine isn't here yet?"Darwin smirked, leaning back in his chair. "Of course not. VIPs are always late, aren't they?"Leo chuckled, his tone laced with sarcasm. "I suppose so." Then, with a sly grin, he added, "I saw online that Alexa's ratings are soaring. She's trending again."Lily rolled her eyes dramatically. "Well, good for her, I guess. That just means her worthless husband gets to live in luxury. Alexa's money, his comfort. Must be nice."Leo laughed, his voice dripping with
Death Sentence
Max noticed Alexa's hesitation and asked gently, "What's going on?"Alexa sighed, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear. "Uncle called to say Grandpa's calling for a family gathering. He said it's important. They tried calling Dad, but he wasn't answering, so Uncle called me instead."Max nodded and stood. "Alright, let's go."Alexa nodded as well and got up to prepare herself. After a few minutes, she emerged from their bedroom wearing an elegant silver dress, paired with a designer silver handbag. Her hair was tied neatly in a bun, exuding sophistication. Max stepped out shortly after, dressed in his usual casual and simple attire.Alexa smiled, knowing full well that her husband preferred to stay lowkey despite his status. They opted to use Alexa's car, as Max's vehicle tended to draw too much attention. Max took the driver's seat, and before starting the car, Alexa said, "Let's stop by our old house first to pick up Dad and Mom."Max nodded and started driving.Upon arriving at
Uncle?
A few days had passed since the kidnapping incident. It was Sunday, a day of rest, and Max and Alexa sat in their luxurious villa, enjoying breakfast together. Max took a sip of his coffee and asked, "How's work going for you as an actress?"Alexa smiled as she placed a slice of toast on her plate. "It's going well. My ratings and popularity keep climbing," she said cheerfully. "I've achieved most of my dreams, so maybe after this upcoming movie, I'll aim to be an ambassador or focus on something more meaningful."Max nodded approvingly. "That's good to hear. It suits you."Alexa tilted her head thoughtfully, and a memory sparked in her mind. She set down her fork and looked at Max with curiosity. "Wait... Chable Star is under the Crownguard Group, right?"Max glanced at her with a knowing smile but said nothing.Her eyes widened. "So, it was you all along! I remember getting that email about the project offer, and now it makes sense why you were so confident I'd get the role. You're
Dark Hood Organization
Max let out a deep sigh before nodding quietly. Alexa's face was a mix of shock and disbelief. She took a step back, her voice trembling as she asked, "Why… why did you hide this from me?"Max looked into her eyes, his tone calm but heavy with regret. "I just wanted to live a peaceful life, Alexa. I never intended to deceive you or hide anything from you," he said. "You know this marriage was arranged by your grandfather."At that, Alexa's expression hardened. She interrupted, "Then why didn't you refuse? Our family is just second-class compared to someone like you. You're… you're someone so much greater."Max sighed again, his gaze softening as he explained, "Your grandfather helped me in the past. He showed me kindness when no one else did. Marrying you was my way of repaying that debt.""That's not enough," Alexa said, shaking her head. Her voice was firm, tinged with frustration. "There has to be more. Is there another reason you kept all of this from me?"Max opened his mouth to
Who are you?
The leader's voice shook as he raised his weapon and barked at Max, "Don't come any closer!"Max didn't even flinch, taking another deliberate step forward. The leader's breath hitched, his body trembling as he realized that even in his strongest state, he couldn't hope to defeat Max. His mind raced, desperate for a plan.Then his eyes darted to Alexa, who was still frozen in shock, her gaze fixed on Max. Thoughts swirled in her mind: Could it have been Max all along? The one who saved me from Mr. Chen and every danger I've faced?Her thoughts were interrupted by a cold, metallic sensation against her temple.The leader had moved with desperation, grabbing Alexa and pressing a gun to her head. His face was pale but defiant as he stared at Max. "Don't move! If you take another step, I'll kill her!"Alexa stiffened in terror, her heart pounding as the cold metal dug into her skin.Max's face darkened, his eyes narrowing. His voice dropped to a low, menacing tone. "You've made the worst
How should I play with you?
His hand fell lifelessly to the ground as his body went still, the life draining from his eyes.Nathan swallowed hard, his hands trembling as he barked out commands to his men. "Move! Now!" he shouted, his voice wavering.The mercenaries immediately raised their weapons, their faces now grim with tension as they took aim at Max. The room filled with an oppressive silence as Max scanned the area calmly, his piercing gaze finally landing on Nathan. Letting out a slow, measured breath, Max's expression turned icy.His eyes shifted to Alexa, who sat tied to the chair with a faint, hopeful smile despite the worry etched on her face. "Max," she whispered, her voice trembling. She didn't know what to say, overwhelmed by relief and fear. The sight of Max's calm demeanor against the dozen guns aimed at him made her heart race. She flinched when her cheek stung, a reminder of the slap she had endured.Max's gaze fell to the faint mark on Alexa's face, and his blood boiled. His jaw tightened as
