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The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 31: The God of War’s Return
The world had underestimated Ethan Hale.For years, they had called him weak, useless, a failure.Now, they whispered his name in fear.His empire had grown too powerful, his enemies too restless.The Revenant had vanished after Eric’s downfall, but in its place, a new alliance emerged—one deadlier than before.✔ Five elite martial arts clans had sent their strongest warriors, trained in secret techniques lost to time.✔ A legendary grandmaster had declared Ethan unworthy of his bloodline and vowed to erase him.✔ The remnants of The Revenant had gathered, convinced that sheer numbers would finally bring him down.They wanted to break him.Instead, Ethan decided to remind the world who he really was.The underground coliseum was overflowing—crime lords, billionaires, corrupt officials, and assassins-for-hire, all gathered for one reason.To witness the fall of Ethan Hale.A golden chandelier flickered overhead, casting eerie shadows over the bloodstained ring. The walls were lined wit
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 32: Redemption and Regret
Jasmine Lin had spent her life believing she was untouchable.She had wealth, status, and the kind of beauty that made men trip over themselves.But none of that mattered anymore.She sat in her office, gripping a pen so tightly her knuckles turned white. Outside, the city skyline glittered, oblivious to the destruction of the empire she once commanded.Her company—the legacy she had sworn to uphold—was gone.And the man responsible?Ethan Hale.The same man she had humiliated. The same man she had discarded like trash.She had laughed in his face once, telling him he was useless.Now, his name was everywhere.✔ The most powerful investors now followed his every move.✔ The media hailed him as a financial genius.✔ CEOs who had once ignored him were now desperate for his attention.And Jasmine?She had lost everything.Her phone buzzed. Her assistant, Lydia, burst in, her face pale.“Ms. Lin… The acquisition deal is finalized.”Jasmine’s stomach lurched. “No. That’s not possible.”Lyd
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 32(Extended): Redemption and Regret
Ethan Hale rarely hesitated. Hesitation was for the weak.But as he stood frozen, gripping the dead phone in his hand, something dark coiled inside him.Jasmine's scream still rang in his ears.A crash. A thud. Then—silence.Victor Lang, who had been lounging casually just moments ago, straightened. “What the hell was that?”Ethan didn’t answer immediately. His mind was already working at high speed—analyzing, calculating.Jasmine had called him out of desperation.Which meant—she had no one else.The last time she had called, it had been to mock him. To gloat about how she was moving on.And now?She was begging.His lips curled slightly. I should let her rot.But something was off.The sound of that struggle… It wasn’t staged.And Ethan had seen enough death to recognize the fear in her voice.“Trace the call,” he ordered.Victor blinked. “What?”“You heard me.” Ethan’s voice was sharp. Deadly.Victor sighed but pulled out his tablet. “I’ll have the tech team track it. But Ethan, co
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 33: Another Beauty Falls for Him
Ethan Hale rarely indulged in moments of reflection, but standing at the edge of the rooftop, his gaze sweeping over the glittering skyline, he allowed himself one fleeting thought.He had won.Every man in that room behind him, the same people who once dismissed him, now either feared him or wanted to ally with him. Every corporation that once looked down on him now scrambled to do business with Hale Enterprises.And yet—something still felt unfinished.The sound of clicking heels disrupted his thoughts.He didn’t need to turn around to know someone was approaching. The air shifted, the scent of expensive perfume curling into his space. He took a slow sip of his drink, waiting.A sultry voice finally broke the silence."Mr. Hale."Ethan turned, his expression unreadable as his eyes landed on Victoria Langley.She was a woman who never played second to anyone. Heiress to Langley Financial Group, sharp, ruthless, and utterly untouchable. Men tripped over themselves for her attention, o
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 34: The Final Betrayal Uncovered
The weight of betrayal sat heavy in Ethan Hale’s chest, but his expression remained impassive. His fingers drummed a steady rhythm against the polished mahogany desk as he read through the classified report spread before him. The words were mere ink on paper, but the truth they contained burned through him like fire. Jasmine’s family hadn’t just looked down on him. They had conspired against him from the very beginning. A low, humorless chuckle escaped his lips. He had suspected treachery, but the sheer depth of their deception? Almost laughable. The Report Revealed Everything: The Lin family had deliberately orchestrated his downfall, ensuring he remained powerless while married to Jasmine. They had sabotaged job opportunities that could have elevated him beyond their control. They had secretly used his intelligence, his strategies, his ideas to amass their wealth—while ensuring he stayed in the shadows. Worst of all? They had always planned to discard him from the start. Ja
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 35: Revealing The True Identity
The air inside the Lin Enterprises boardroom was thick with tension. Every seat at the long, polished table was filled—executives, shareholders, and family members—all gathered in a frantic attempt to salvage what was left. At the head of the table, Thomas Lin—Jasmine’s father and the once-mighty patriarch of the Lin family—sat with bloodshot eyes, his hands balled into fists. They were bleeding. No, they were drowning. Ethan Hale’s hostile takeover had been swift and merciless. Overnight, the family had lost controlling shares in their own company. And now, they were scrambling. "We still have a chance," one of the executives said, shifting in his chair. "If we act fast, we can buy back shares from minority stakeholders. Some of them are old partners—they wouldn’t want to see the Lins lose everything." Jasmine, sitting beside her father, gripped the edge of the table. "Exactly. We just need to convince them that the Lins are still strong." Her father slammed a fist again
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 36: Seeking Retribution
The once-mighty Lin Enterprises lay in ruins. Its stock value had plummeted, its major investors had fled, and the boardroom that once commanded fear now reeked of desperation.At the heart of this catastrophe sat Charles Lin, alone in his dimly lit office, his trembling fingers wrapped around a glass of whiskey.Just hours ago, he had been at the pinnacle of his career, celebrating another business conquest.Now?He was finished.The betrayal had been swift, merciless. The company he had spent decades building—gone. And the man responsible?Ethan Hale.The same useless son-in-law Charles had mocked, humiliated, and discarded like trash.His grip tightened around the glass, anger boiling beneath his skin. He had underestimated Ethan. Everyone had.A knock on the door made him flinch.Before he could respond, the door swung open.And there he was.Ethan Hale.Dressed in an impeccably tailored black suit, his presence exuded raw power. His dark gaze swept across the room, cold and unrel
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 1: The Silent Son-in-Law
Ethan adjusted the collar of his worn-out shirt as he walked through the bustling market, his mind already bracing for the stinging words waiting for him at home. Today was their anniversary, yet he anticipated no warmth from Jasmine. Though once kind-hearted and lively, his wife had grown cold, resentful even, believing she’d settled for a man who offered her nothing.As he approached their modest apartment, Ethan glanced over his shoulder to the sleek black car parked down the street. His discreet security team waited there, always watching over him, ready to act on his signal. They were his silent companions, just like him, concealing his true identity and role. To the outside world—and even to Jasmine—Ethan was merely a lowly employee, without fortune or influence.Inside, Jasmine barely looked up as he entered. Instead, she was engrossed in a conversation on the phone, chatting with her mother about the latest expansion of her boutique—a business she believed she had built on her
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Chapter 36: Seeking Retribution
The once-mighty Lin Enterprises lay in ruins. Its stock value had plummeted, its major investors had fled, and the boardroom that once commanded fear now reeked of desperation.At the heart of this catastrophe sat Charles Lin, alone in his dimly lit office, his trembling fingers wrapped around a glass of whiskey.Just hours ago, he had been at the pinnacle of his career, celebrating another business conquest.Now?He was finished.The betrayal had been swift, merciless. The company he had spent decades building—gone. And the man responsible?Ethan Hale.The same useless son-in-law Charles had mocked, humiliated, and discarded like trash.His grip tightened around the glass, anger boiling beneath his skin. He had underestimated Ethan. Everyone had.A knock on the door made him flinch.Before he could respond, the door swung open.And there he was.Ethan Hale.Dressed in an impeccably tailored black suit, his presence exuded raw power. His dark gaze swept across the room, cold and unrel
Chapter 35: Revealing The True Identity
The air inside the Lin Enterprises boardroom was thick with tension. Every seat at the long, polished table was filled—executives, shareholders, and family members—all gathered in a frantic attempt to salvage what was left. At the head of the table, Thomas Lin—Jasmine’s father and the once-mighty patriarch of the Lin family—sat with bloodshot eyes, his hands balled into fists. They were bleeding. No, they were drowning. Ethan Hale’s hostile takeover had been swift and merciless. Overnight, the family had lost controlling shares in their own company. And now, they were scrambling. "We still have a chance," one of the executives said, shifting in his chair. "If we act fast, we can buy back shares from minority stakeholders. Some of them are old partners—they wouldn’t want to see the Lins lose everything." Jasmine, sitting beside her father, gripped the edge of the table. "Exactly. We just need to convince them that the Lins are still strong." Her father slammed a fist again
Chapter 34: The Final Betrayal Uncovered
The weight of betrayal sat heavy in Ethan Hale’s chest, but his expression remained impassive. His fingers drummed a steady rhythm against the polished mahogany desk as he read through the classified report spread before him. The words were mere ink on paper, but the truth they contained burned through him like fire. Jasmine’s family hadn’t just looked down on him. They had conspired against him from the very beginning. A low, humorless chuckle escaped his lips. He had suspected treachery, but the sheer depth of their deception? Almost laughable. The Report Revealed Everything: The Lin family had deliberately orchestrated his downfall, ensuring he remained powerless while married to Jasmine. They had sabotaged job opportunities that could have elevated him beyond their control. They had secretly used his intelligence, his strategies, his ideas to amass their wealth—while ensuring he stayed in the shadows. Worst of all? They had always planned to discard him from the start. Ja
Chapter 33: Another Beauty Falls for Him
Ethan Hale rarely indulged in moments of reflection, but standing at the edge of the rooftop, his gaze sweeping over the glittering skyline, he allowed himself one fleeting thought.He had won.Every man in that room behind him, the same people who once dismissed him, now either feared him or wanted to ally with him. Every corporation that once looked down on him now scrambled to do business with Hale Enterprises.And yet—something still felt unfinished.The sound of clicking heels disrupted his thoughts.He didn’t need to turn around to know someone was approaching. The air shifted, the scent of expensive perfume curling into his space. He took a slow sip of his drink, waiting.A sultry voice finally broke the silence."Mr. Hale."Ethan turned, his expression unreadable as his eyes landed on Victoria Langley.She was a woman who never played second to anyone. Heiress to Langley Financial Group, sharp, ruthless, and utterly untouchable. Men tripped over themselves for her attention, o
Chapter 32(Extended): Redemption and Regret
Ethan Hale rarely hesitated. Hesitation was for the weak.But as he stood frozen, gripping the dead phone in his hand, something dark coiled inside him.Jasmine's scream still rang in his ears.A crash. A thud. Then—silence.Victor Lang, who had been lounging casually just moments ago, straightened. “What the hell was that?”Ethan didn’t answer immediately. His mind was already working at high speed—analyzing, calculating.Jasmine had called him out of desperation.Which meant—she had no one else.The last time she had called, it had been to mock him. To gloat about how she was moving on.And now?She was begging.His lips curled slightly. I should let her rot.But something was off.The sound of that struggle… It wasn’t staged.And Ethan had seen enough death to recognize the fear in her voice.“Trace the call,” he ordered.Victor blinked. “What?”“You heard me.” Ethan’s voice was sharp. Deadly.Victor sighed but pulled out his tablet. “I’ll have the tech team track it. But Ethan, co
Chapter 32: Redemption and Regret
Jasmine Lin had spent her life believing she was untouchable.She had wealth, status, and the kind of beauty that made men trip over themselves.But none of that mattered anymore.She sat in her office, gripping a pen so tightly her knuckles turned white. Outside, the city skyline glittered, oblivious to the destruction of the empire she once commanded.Her company—the legacy she had sworn to uphold—was gone.And the man responsible?Ethan Hale.The same man she had humiliated. The same man she had discarded like trash.She had laughed in his face once, telling him he was useless.Now, his name was everywhere.✔ The most powerful investors now followed his every move.✔ The media hailed him as a financial genius.✔ CEOs who had once ignored him were now desperate for his attention.And Jasmine?She had lost everything.Her phone buzzed. Her assistant, Lydia, burst in, her face pale.“Ms. Lin… The acquisition deal is finalized.”Jasmine’s stomach lurched. “No. That’s not possible.”Lyd
Chapter 31: The God of War’s Return
The world had underestimated Ethan Hale.For years, they had called him weak, useless, a failure.Now, they whispered his name in fear.His empire had grown too powerful, his enemies too restless.The Revenant had vanished after Eric’s downfall, but in its place, a new alliance emerged—one deadlier than before.✔ Five elite martial arts clans had sent their strongest warriors, trained in secret techniques lost to time.✔ A legendary grandmaster had declared Ethan unworthy of his bloodline and vowed to erase him.✔ The remnants of The Revenant had gathered, convinced that sheer numbers would finally bring him down.They wanted to break him.Instead, Ethan decided to remind the world who he really was.The underground coliseum was overflowing—crime lords, billionaires, corrupt officials, and assassins-for-hire, all gathered for one reason.To witness the fall of Ethan Hale.A golden chandelier flickered overhead, casting eerie shadows over the bloodstained ring. The walls were lined wit
Chapter 30: Building His Own Kingdom
Ethan Hale didn’t just rise—he dominated. The night he ended Eric Lancaster’s betrayal, something shifted inside him. The past no longer mattered. Every betrayal, every slight—all of it fueled him. Revenge alone wasn’t enough. He would own this city. “Give me the reports,” Ethan ordered as he stepped into his private office—a sprawling space with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the skyline. Jace, ever efficient, slid a folder across the desk. “Three major corporations are on the chopping block. If we strike now, we can absorb them before Victor’s people react.” Ethan scanned the documents. Real estate. Pharmaceuticals. Tech. His lips curled. “Buy them out. If they resist—break them.” Damien, lounging in a chair with a whiskey glass, smirked. “I like this version of you.” Ethan didn’t look up. “This is who I’ve always been.” Within weeks, the world shifted. ✔ Three major corporations absorbed under Drayton Industries. ✔ Rival CEOs crushed before they could mount a coun
Chapter 29: The Ultimate Betrayer Exposed
Ethan sat in the dimly lit warehouse, his fingers drumming against the cold steel table. Across from him, Damien leaned back in his chair, flipping a dagger between his fingers.Jace stood near the window, scanning the city skyline with a deep frown. “Victor’s moving too fast. Every time we hit one of his locations, he’s already emptied it.”Ethan nodded. He’d sensed it, too.Someone was feeding Victor information. Someone inside his own circle.Damien let out a low chuckle. “Wouldn’t be the first time your own people sold you out.”Ethan’s eyes darkened, but he didn’t take the bait. Instead, he turned to Damien’s informant, a wiry man named Felix who had just arrived, breathless and shaken.Felix swallowed hard. “I found your leak.”Ethan’s fingers stilled. “Who?”Felix hesitated. “Eric Lancaster.”Silence.Jace’s jaw clenched. “You’re sure?”Felix nodded. “He met with someone last night. A man they call ‘The Revenant.’”Damien sat up, interest flickering in his eyes. “The Revenant?
