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The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 8: Jasmine’s Rising Admiration for the CEO
In recent weeks, Jasmine’s fascination with her company’s mysterious CEO had grown into an unshakable obsession. Though she had never seen him in person, the allure of his powerful, enigmatic presence and his unparalleled business acumen fueled her curiosity. This CEO—whom she only knew as "Mr. Black"—had single-handedly saved her family’s business from collapse, pulling them from the brink with a precision and influence she couldn’t help but admire.Every day at work, she heard tales of his ruthlessness in the boardroom, his skill in making decisive deals, and the unwavering loyalty he commanded from his associates. Jasmine found herself mesmerized by these stories, imagining what it would be like to work closely with a man so driven, so powerful, and so... unlike her husband, Ethan.The more she admired this mysterious figure, the more glaring Ethan’s shortcomings appeared. She couldn’t understand why she had settled for someone who seemed to lack any ambition, any hunger for succes
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 9: Confrontation with the Brother-in-Law
Ethan knew his wife’s family didn’t think highly of him, but Caleb—Jasmine’s younger brother—was a constant thorn. Caleb’s arrogance knew no bounds; he took every opportunity to belittle Ethan, boasting about his own “accomplishments” and never missing a chance to remind Ethan of his “lowly” status. Caleb’s disdain ran even deeper since the family’s business had recently been saved by the mysterious CEO, whom Caleb idolized, never suspecting the man he looked down on was the one responsible.One evening, the family gathered for another of Marjorie’s infamous dinners. Caleb, having had one too many drinks, was in rare form, mocking Ethan at every turn, snickering at his simple attire and making backhanded comments about his lack of career success.“I honestly don’t understand why my sister hasn’t thrown you out yet,” Caleb sneered, his voice dripping with contempt. “You’re useless, Ethan. A dead weight. It’s pathetic how you just cling to us like a parasite.”Ethan clenched his fists b
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 10: The Secret of the Pregnancy
Ethan had noticed Jasmine acting strangely in recent weeks. She was more withdrawn, her mood swinging unpredictably between bouts of nervous excitement and irritable silence. He assumed it was the stress from work or the ongoing tension between them, but a quiet suspicion started to gnaw at him.One evening, as they sat across from each other in the living room, Jasmine finally broke the silence, her expression unreadable. “Ethan, I have something to tell you,” she said, her voice trembling just enough for him to notice.Ethan leaned forward, a spark of hope flickering inside him. Maybe this was a turning point, a chance for them to connect, to bridge the gap that had grown so vast. “What is it?” he asked softly, doing his best to sound encouraging.Jasmine took a deep breath. “I’m… I’m pregnant.”The words hung in the air, and Ethan felt his heart skip a beat. He’d always wanted to be a father, even if their marriage was rocky, he had hoped that perhaps this child could bring them cl
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 11: Departure with Dignity
Ethan sat at the dining table, his face expressionless as Jasmine slid a crisp stack of divorce papers in front of him. She looked as beautiful as ever, but her eyes held none of the warmth he’d once imagined. Instead, her gaze was filled with a cold resolve, as if eager to finally rid herself of the man she saw as a burden."Sign them," she said bluntly, her voice devoid of the usual venom yet colder in its finality. "There’s no point dragging this on. We both know this marriage was a mistake."Ethan’s gaze dropped to the papers, his fingers tracing the edges thoughtfully. He could see the faint lines where she’d already signed her name, securing the end of their marriage as if he were nothing more than a failed chapter in her life. His heart clenched, but he remained composed.“So this is what you really want, Jasmine?” he asked, his voice calm yet laced with an undercurrent of disappointment. “After everything?”She crossed her arms, her expression hardening. “Let’s not pretend the
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 12: The Hidden Heir Awakens
As Ethan walked away from his former life, a renewed sense of purpose surged through him. The years of playing the humble, invisible son-in-law had finally come to an end. He felt liberated, unshackled from the chains he’d willingly worn to protect his family’s legacy and to live a quiet life with a woman who could never appreciate the depths of his sacrifice.That night, he entered a secluded hotel suite, one of many properties owned by his family’s vast empire. He set his suitcase down, retrieved his phone, and stared at it for a moment. The name displayed on the screen was one he hadn’t contacted in years—Mr. Cheng, his family’s trusted confidant and advisor, a man who knew the full extent of Ethan’s hidden identity and the power he could command at a moment’s notice.With a deep breath, Ethan pressed the call button. It rang only once before Mr. Cheng answered, his voice calm yet carrying a hint of surprise. “Young Master Ethan,” he said, a note of respect in his tone. “It’s been
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 13: Healing Beyond Expectation
With his identity as the Hale Consortium heir now public, Ethan found himself navigating a new world filled with both allies and skeptics. Invitations from elites flooded his office, each vying for his attention and favor. Yet, amid all the noise, Ethan remained focused, his mind already plotting the next steps to reclaim his life and build alliances with genuine purpose.One evening, Mr. Cheng informed him of a delicate matter—a high-profile businessman’s daughter was gravely ill, suffering from a complex and mysterious ailment that top doctors had failed to diagnose. The girl’s father, Mr. Donovan Grant, was not only an influential figure but had also been an old family friend to the Hales before losing touch when Ethan had gone into hiding. Mr. Grant, desperate and running out of options, had personally reached out to Ethan, pleading for his help.Ethan had long kept his medical expertise a well-guarded secret, but it was a skill he had honed over years of quiet study and training
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 14: Whispers of the ‘God of War’
The world was beginning to talk.Ethan Hale’s name had become more than just a curiosity—it was a force rippling through elite circles, underground networks, and even military channels.But what unsettled them most wasn’t just his medical expertise.It was the whispers.The way he carried himself. The absolute confidence in his gaze. The unsettling calm in his movements.Some said he was a warrior. Others claimed he was something more—a ghost from the past, a man with a history too dangerous to be spoken aloud.A private club in London, known only to the wealthiest and most powerful, buzzed with low conversations that evening.The room was dimly lit, cigar smoke curling in the air, as influential men sat in deep leather chairs, their eyes sharp, their words sharper.A steel-haired tycoon tapped his glass. “Who is this Ethan Hale?” His tone carried both curiosity and a hint of unease.Across from him, a man in a dark suit—one whose name was spoken in hushed tones even among criminals—c
The Rise of Ethan Ryder: The Despised Husband & CEO Chapter 15: The True CEO Revealed
industry, waited for the arrival of their new CEO. Not one of them dared to speak. The uncertainty was suffocating.Jasmine sat near the middle of the long conference table, legs crossed, posture poised, but her hands trembled slightly in her lap.This takeover had blindsided everyone.The former CEO, Mr. Langford, had resigned abruptly, citing personal reasons. But Jasmine wasn’t stupid. No man at the peak of his career would willingly walk away from such power. He had been forced out.By who?That was the question burning in her mind.Who had enough power to overthrow a titan like Langford in complete silence?The real owner of Sterling Enterprises had always been a mystery—a phantom that controlled the empire from the shadows.Jasmine had spent years trying to climb to the top, hoping one day she’d meet him, impress him, and secure a place by his side.Unlike Ethan—her pathetic excuse of an ex-husband—this man would be someone worthy. Someone who could actually match her ambitions.
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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?
