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The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend The dead are gone. Just move on
Ethan moved swiftly toward Lauren, his sharp gaze sweeping over her from head to toe, his eyes lingering on her hands as if searching for any sign of injury. His sudden scrutiny took Lauren by surprise, and for a moment, she was puzzled by his actions. However, as she noticed the subtle crease in his brows and the concern etched into his expression, understanding dawned upon her.A playful smile tugged at her lips as she crossed her arms. "Who told you that I couldn’t cook?" she teased, her tone lighthearted. "I can cook, Ethan. And even if my food doesn’t taste like a five-star meal, at the very least, it’ll still be edible." She let out a small laugh, trying to ease the tension in the air.Ethan, however, was not amused. His face remained serious, his jaw tightening. "Why did you go into the kitchen?" he questioned, his voice laced with both frustration and concern. "I already instructed the chefs not to let you in. What if you got hurt?" He reached for her hands again, inspecting t
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend Audition
The sun had barely risen when a crowd of eager actresses began gathering at the grand audition hall of E.M Entertainment. The energy in the air was palpable—an intoxicating mix of excitement, determination, and anxiety. Today was the highly anticipated audition for Beneath the Smile, E.M Entertainment’s upcoming movie, which had already created waves of anticipation within the industry.The movie revolved around Penelope, a woman who seemed to have it all—wealth, beauty, power, and a loving family. She was the kind of woman that others admired, envied, and even wished to become. Many fantasized about living her life, basking in her glory, and experiencing the privileges she enjoyed. But what they failed to see was the truth that lay hidden beneath the surface. Behind Penelope’s dazzling smile and carefully curated perfection was a darkness that no one could ever imagine. Her happiness was merely a façade, a mask she wore to deceive the world. The real Penelope was trapped in a life of
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend Beneath the Smile
"I'm a bit surprised you still recognized me," the lady said, her tone laced with amusement."Penelope, right?" Lauren responded, tilting her head slightly as she observed the woman before her. "You have the same name as the female lead. Best of luck with your audition."Penelope scoffed lightly, shaking her head. "What best of luck? Even if you haven't acted in five years, I know getting the female lead role is a piece of cake for you."Lauren let out a small chuckle, brushing a few strands of her neatly styled hair away from her face. "Oh, please don't exaggerate," she said with a modest smile.As they conversed, a sudden thought struck Lauren like a bolt of lightning, causing her expression to shift subtly. A deep sense of realization dawned upon her as she looked toward Penelope with an intense, searching gaze. The pieces of a long-forgotten puzzle started falling into place, and her heart pounded slightly at the realization."It's you, right?" she asked, her voice laced with unce
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend I want Ethan Maverick,name your price
One of the men suddenly started clapping, and soon, the entire room followed suit. The applause wasn’t out of obligation, nor was it because Lauren was the chairman’s wife. It was purely because of the raw talent she had just displayed.The energy in the room shifted, admiration evident in the eyes of the directors and actors present. Some whispered among themselves, their hushed voices carrying words of praise and astonishment. No one had expected this outcome—not even the director who had written the story himself.Becca, sitting stiffly in her chair, clenched her fingers into a fist, her nails digging into her palm in frustration. She had wanted nothing more than to see Lauren humiliated today, to have the opportunity to mock her under the guise of professionalism. She had heard people talk about Lauren’s talent before, but she had dismissed it.After all, how good could she be?Becca had assumed Lauren was just like the numerous A-list or B-list actresses sitting in the audition h
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend Are you shy,my love?
As Lauren stepped out of the elevator and into the executive floor of E.M Corporation, the air shifted. There was an undeniable presence about her, a quiet yet commanding grace that turned heads effortlessly. She wasn’t just any woman—she was Lauren Damien, and whether she acknowledged it or not, she had an aura that demanded attention.The secretaries seated at their desks glanced up as she entered. They had seen her before, of course, but today was different. Today, they truly saw her.She wasn’t just an actress who had once fallen from grace. She wasn’t just Ethan Maverick’s wife. She was stunning. Breathtaking.One of the younger secretaries, a man in his late twenties, quickly stood up and hurried toward her, his hands clasped together respectfully. His gaze flickered with a mixture of admiration and reverence.“Is Madam looking for the Chairman?” he asked politely, bowing slightly.Lauren halted mid-step, blinking in surprise. Madam?She frowned slightly, her lips parting as if
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend Scheming
Becca’s heart pounded in her chest as she stood motionless, her mind reeling from what had just transpired. She had thought—no, she had been certain—that Ethan recognized her and had intentionally ignored her out of his admiration toward her. That was the only explanation she could come up with. But now, as reality sank in, she realized she had been completely mistaken.It wasn’t that Ethan had deliberately disregarded her. It was simply that he hadn't found a new spokeslady yet. That was all. He hadn’t even considered her worth commenting on.That realization stung more than she was willing to admit."Sir, I... I am... sorry," Becca stammered, her voice barely above a whisper. She clenched her fists at her sides, trying to steady herself, but the words still came out weak. Apologizing was never something she did easily, especially not in the presence of someone like Lauren.Lauren.Becca's stomach twisted at the thought of the woman standing right there, basking in Ethan’s attention
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend Are you even my mother?
Lauren and Ethan arrived at the most prestigious restaurant in Valeria, an establishment known not just for its exquisite cuisine but also for its exclusivity. Every detail, from the grand chandeliers to the soft, ambient lighting, spoke of luxury and class. The exterior alone, with its sleek black-and-gold signage and uniformed valet staff, was enough to tell passersby that this was a place reserved for the elite.As they stepped out of their car, a well-groomed attendant approached, bowing slightly before guiding them inside. Lauren, who had been to many fine restaurants in the past, wasn’t too fazed by the grand setting—until Ethan casually mentioned something that caught her off guard.“This place is one of ours,” he said with an amused smile, his fingers resting lightly on the small of her back as they walked through the entrance.Lauren blinked, turning to him in surprise. “Wait… E.M Corporation owns this restaurant?”Ethan nodded. “Yes. Didn’t you know?”Lauren frowned slightly
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend DNA test
Katherine Walker didn’t even bother to walk toward the couple. She stood frozen, her body stiff with a mix of emotions she couldn’t quite name—was it humiliation? Rage? Or perhaps, deep down, the bitter taste of regret? Either way, she refused to let her legs move in their direction. Instead, she leaned against the car, her arms folded across her chest, watching her mother with unreadable eyes.She had left her mother to deal with them both. It was either she didn’t have the audacity to walk up to Ethan and Lauren or she was boiling so much with jealousy that she feared she might lose control. She clenched her fists tightly, her nails digging into her palms, but the pain was nothing compared to the fire burning inside her.Her eyes settled on Lauren—her so-called sister—who stood beside Ethan Maverick, looking every bit like the woman who had won it all. Katherine wanted to rip that victorious expression off her face, to see her crumble the way she had crumbled these past few days. It
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Happily ever after
The day Ethan Maverick and his family—Lauren and their daughter, Maya—arrived in the Awaya Kingdom was filled with a mixture of joy, curiosity, and tension. For years, the Awaya royal family had been searching for Ethan, their long-lost heir. When he vanished without a trace, it had seemed as though an invisible force prevented any efforts to find him. But everything changed when Ethan defeated the Demon Lord—a malevolent being whose powers had not only threatened the peace of Valeria but had also obscured Ethan’s existence from his family.The moment the Demon Lord was slain, it was as though a veil had lifted. Ethan’s parents became aware of his survival, his whereabouts, and everything he had accomplished since his return. They learned of his thriving business empire, his formidable strength, and the family he had built. Although years had passed, their desire to reunite with him burned stronger than ever. And now, with the barriers between them broken, the Awaya Kingdom eagerly aw
End of the Demon Lord
Ethan walked away from the circle with an air of authority, each step echoing through the eerie silence that filled the Demon Lord’s lair. His posture was regal—majestic in a way that demanded attention and fear. With his back half-turned, he glanced over his shoulder, his emerald eyes gleaming with both power and disdain."I never knew you were this dumb," he said coldly, his voice laced with mockery. "Don’t you realize how powerful the Awaya power is?" There was an edge of curiosity in his tone, as though he genuinely could not understand how the Demon Lord had underestimated him.The Demon Lord, towering and cloaked in an aura of shadow, narrowed his crimson eyes at Ethan. He took a cautious step backward, his heavy boots scraping against the stone floor. Fear crept into his expression—a rare sight for a being who had once commanded legions of monsters and brought entire kingdoms to ruin. He could sense the undeniable truth: Ethan was no longer the man he had once been. The explosi
What if Ethan dies right before her eyes?
Lauren still couldn’t believe what had just happened. The moment she opened the door, a chilling sight greeted her—Raymond stood there, but something about him was deeply wrong. His usual calm and composed expression was gone, replaced by an eerie coldness. His eyes, once warm brown, were now an unsettling shade of black that seemed to swirl with malice. The sinister gleam in his gaze made her blood run cold. At that moment, Lauren didn’t need anyone to tell her that she had made a terrible mistake—she had opened the door to death.Her heart pounded violently in her chest, and her first instinct was that he would strike immediately—perhaps to kill her and Maya without a second thought. Panic surged through her veins, but she forced herself to move. In a flash, she rushed to grab Maya, clutching her tightly in her arms as though her embrace alone could shield her daughter from whatever horror was about to unfold.She braced herself for an attack. Any second now, she expected Raymond to
Raymond is here to help....
When Raymond reached the lowest floor, he was met with yet another lock requiring a password. His brows furrowed deeply in frustration as he faced the obstacle before him."Why are there so many security measures?" he muttered under his breath, irritation creeping into his voice.Without wasting time, he began pressing various combinations of passwords, his fingers moving swiftly across the keypad. Yet, no matter how many times he tried, the lock remained stubbornly unyielding. His jaw clenched as the familiar beep of rejection echoed through the narrow hallway, further stoking his annoyance.Meanwhile, in the underground room, Lauren was busy plaiting Maya’s hair. The soft hum of the room’s ventilation filled the silence, and the gentle pull of Maya’s silky strands occupied her hands. The quiet atmosphere, however, was shattered by an unfamiliar sound—a faint yet distinct beeping coming from the door’s keypad. At first, she ignored it, assuming it was nothing out of the ordinary, but
The Fight
At the early hours of the third day, the soldiers stationed at the Spring Estate began to move out in disciplined formations, their armor clinking softly as they departed. The once-bustling estate, filled with vigilant warriors, now seemed quieter, more desolate, as their numbers thinned. The two opposing forces—Ethan's men and the army of the Demon Lord—had somehow communicated and reached an agreement to settle their conflict in an open space deep within Valeria’s forest. It was an isolated location, hidden so far within the wilderness that not even the most daring tourist would think to venture there. It was the perfect place for a battle—far from prying eyes and innocent bystanders.Despite the mass departure, Ethan did not leave the estate entirely unguarded. He had given strict orders for a handful of his most trusted soldiers to remain behind. Their sole mission was to protect his wife, Lauren, and their young daughter, Maya. Hidden away in a secret underground chamber beneath
The three prominent families are finally ruined!
“Should I go after him?” Don B asked the moment Raymond slipped away into the darkness, his voice tense with a mix of eagerness and frustration. Despite his earlier failure to subdue Ethan Maverick, the thought of allowing a potential spy to escape gnawed at him.The Demon Lord, still standing with an air of unshakable authority, didn’t respond immediately. His crimson eyes lingered on the jagged hole in the ceiling where Raymond had been lurking moments before. The room’s heavy, oppressive silence made the flickering torchlight feel colder, as though the very air shuddered under his presence.Without turning, he spoke—his voice smooth, deliberate, and void of any concern. “You don’t need to pursue him,” he said, as though the matter had already been decided. “I’ve already planted something in him… something that will make our mission easier in two days time.”Don B frowned slightly, though he was careful to keep his head bowed in submission. His master’s words were cryptic, but he kn
Annihilate the entire bloodline
Ethan didn’t go to where Lauren was. Instead, he only texted her to put her mind at ease. It wasn’t that he didn’t want to be by her side—he wanted nothing more than to see her and ensure she and their child were safe—but he couldn’t afford to take any risks. Not now. Not when there might still be spies lurking around the Spring Estate. The last thing he wanted was to give their enemies any opportunity to strike, especially when the stakes were so high.His mind was sharp, constantly calculating every possible outcome. What if there were still people watching them? What if his movements led those enemies straight to his wife and child? No, Ethan wouldn’t allow that to happen. He had to be cautious. One wrong move could cost him everything. For now, he would maintain his distance and rely on his trusted subordinates to keep things under control.Without wasting any time, he summoned Raymond, one of his most loyal and capable men. As soon as Ethan’s command was sent, Raymond arrived swi
Controller of the Awaya kingdom power
They even had the audacity to test him like this.Ethan’s sharp eyes locked onto the tiny red light flickering ominously in the distance. Judging by its position and brightness, he could tell that the enemy wasn’t far away. His instincts, honed through years of experience and survival, immediately kicked in. He knew exactly what this meant—they were being watched. The thought alone made his blood boil.How bold of them to come this close. Did they really think they could challenge him?The soft, rhythmic sound of running water echoed in the background, reminding him that Lauren was still in the bathroom. The steady splashing reassured him that, for now, she was oblivious to the looming danger. Ethan took a deep breath, forcing himself to remain calm despite the growing tension in his chest. There was no time to waste. He needed to act quickly before their enemies could make their next move.Without hesitation, he reached for Lauren’s phone, his fingers moving swiftly as he dialed a nu
Dead bodies in Spring Estate
As soon as Ethan stepped into the sitting room, the distant sounds of battle reached his ears. The sharp clang of weapons, the heavy thud of bodies hitting the ground, and the occasional pained groans echoed through the estate. His eyes darkened as he listened."So they couldn't even wait for me to attack," he muttered, his voice laced with irritation. Without another word, he strode toward the door and stepped outside.The moment he did, a sudden gust of air rushed toward him at an alarming speed. His instincts kicked in instantly, and he dodged with an almost impossible swiftness, his body moving as if he had anticipated the attack long before it came.Standing a few meters away, Bethel’s eyes widened in shock. No one—absolutely no one—had ever been able to evade his strikes before. Yet, this man, Ethan, had just done so without even breaking a sweat. It was inconceivable.Bethel clenched his fists tightly, suppressing the unease that crept into his chest. He had always prided himse
