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The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend The Original Rays Painting
Lucas Henry’s mind was a whirlwind as he tried to piece together what had just happened. He considered the various angles of the situation, but he quickly decided to put it all out of his mind for the moment. His immediate concern wasn’t what would happen to him—it was about regaining Grey Stanley’s trust. Lucas knew that without it, he would be at a disadvantage. The Walkers’ involvement in the medical report leak was his key to restoring Grey’s confidence. If he could convince Grey that it was the Walkers family who had orchestrated it, he would have the leverage needed to steer the situation back in his favor. Trust, after all, was the currency that ruled the game, and Lucas was determined to get it back, no matter the cost.Meanwhile, at the Stanley Mansion, things were taking a dramatic turn. Stanley Jos had arrived exactly an hour after Pa Stanley left with the Rays painting, his cold, calculating demeanor making it clear that he was not a man to be trifled with. Casper Stanley,
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend The coming Misfortune
He had thought that no matter how they searched for it, they would never find it. Grey Stanley had spent years perfecting his charade, fooling even the most discerning eyes with a fake Rays Painting. It wasn’t just a forgery; it was a masterpiece in itself, capable of captivating anyone who saw it. He had displayed it proudly to visitors, investors, and rivals, knowing full well they would never suspect it was a counterfeit. In his mind, it was the ultimate shield, a clever diversion from the truth. The real Rays Painting—the one worth fortunes and surrounded by countless legends—was far too valuable to risk. And so, he had hidden it in the most unassuming place imaginable: buried beneath the tiles of his bathroom floor.Not even his son, Casper, knew about the secret. Grey Stanley had kept it to himself, trusting no one with the truth. He knew the world was full of opportunists, and given how much he had boasted about the painting, he was certain there were countless eyes watching it
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend The Original Rays Painting
When this thought crossed Grey Stanley’s mind, a sudden clarity washed over him, and he snapped his gaze at Dr. Jos. His eyes were filled with suspicion, and his voice came out sharp and demanding. “That man who went to rescue the lady captured by Lucas Henry… he was one of your people, wasn’t he?” He leaned forward slightly, his hands clenching into fists on the armrest of his chair, a look of realization beginning to settle on his face.Dr. Jos, who had been leaning back in his seat with an air of calm detachment, stiffened slightly at the mention of the incident, though he masked it quickly. He seemed to consider Grey Stanley’s words for a moment, before a mischievous glint entered his eyes. “Oh… Are you referring to Raymond? He didn’t kill that many people, did he?” The casual nature in which he said it almost made the words sound like an afterthought, but the underlying implication wasn’t lost on Grey Stanley.The mention of Raymond—the man who had barged into the Henry estate an
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend Rescuing Hazel
Hazel sat in the car, her body trembling with disbelief. The events that had just unfolded in the Stanley Mansion replayed in her mind like a vivid dream she couldn’t shake. She had been there—present for every terrifying moment—yet it felt surreal. How powerful was this man, Raymond, to walk into a place as dangerous as that and pull her out unscathed? Not a scratch on him, not even a single button out of place on his shirt. If someone had told her he had been in a life-or-death battle moments ago, she would’ve thought it was a wild exaggeration. But she had seen it. She had lived it. And now, she was safe, thanks to him.She couldn't take her eyes off him. Raymond sat there, gripping the steering wheel with such calm and composure, as if he hadn’t just risked his life. Hazel, however, couldn’t help but stare. It was as though she was in a trance, her mind failing to process the reality of her situation. This man—this stranger—had entered her darkest moment, her hopeless prison, and
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend The Shift Of Power
Raymond fixed his unwavering gaze on her, his sharp eyes assessing every detail of her presence. Meanwhile, the man seated beside him had a cold, unapproachable expression. His face alone was enough to instill fear in her heart. Hazel’s unease grew the moment her eyes landed on him. Although she had known there was someone else in the room apart from Raymond, she hadn’t paid attention earlier, overwhelmed as she was by the joy of seeing Lauren again.Lauren’s reaction was quite different. She glanced at both men and frowned. Raymond’s expression was indifferent, betraying no emotions, as he silently observed Hazel. On the other hand, Ethan’s icy demeanor seemed almost palpable. The coldness in his eyes sent chills down Lauren’s spine, even though she was used to his temperament. “Can’t he at least put up a smile?” she thought irritably.“I want to see Maya,” Hazel said gently, her voice a soft plea directed at Lauren. She desperately needed an escape from the stifling tension radiatin
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend "You can call me Stanley as your husband does "
Ethan smiled when he noticed Lauren’s happy expression. It wasn’t something he saw often, and it caught him off guard. A part of him wondered when she had started showing interest in painting. For as long as he’d known her, she had been quiet, reserved, and uninterested in such artistic pursuits. Yet here she was, her eyes sparkling with a childlike curiosity.Stanley Jos and Raymond, standing nearby, froze at the sight of Ethan’s smile. It was rare for him to show any genuine emotion, let alone something as warm and beautiful as a smile. They exchanged glances, silently acknowledging how uncharacteristic it was. For a moment, they simply stared, unable to look away.Ethan, however, was keenly aware of their gaze. His smile faltered as quickly as it had appeared, his expression hardening into its usual stern demeanor. He turned to glare at them, his piercing eyes sharp enough to make them look away in embarrassment. Both men quickly averted their gazes, pretending they hadn’t been cau
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend Brewing Storm
Hazel hesitantly raised her hand to her face, her fingers brushing lightly over her skin as she tried to figure out if there was something wrong. She frowned, wondering if there was a smudge or mark that she couldn’t feel. As her fingers accidentally pressed against the bandage on her forehead, a sharp sting made her flinch. She winced in pain, pulling her hand away quickly, reminded of her injury.Her discomfort deepened as she felt Raymond’s eyes on her, unwavering and intense. It was as if he was studying her, scrutinizing every detail of her face. Hazel squirmed under the weight of his gaze, her heartbeat quickening. The silence between them stretched awkwardly, and the longer it went on, the more her discomfort grew. For a fleeting moment, she considered grabbing something—anything—to cover his eyes.Finally, unable to bear it any longer, she asked, “Is there something on my face?” Her voice wavered slightly, a mixture of curiosity and unease.Raymond shook his head silently, but
The Worthless Son-in-law: Hidden Legend Ethan Maverick was not dead!
Grey Stanley’s sharp gaze shifted from Katherine to Jane before he finally spoke, his voice calm but stern. “This is supposed to be a meeting for men. Why, Alex Walker, did you bring your entire family?”Alex Walker glanced briefly at his wife and daughter, reading the discomfort in Grey Stanley’s tone. Without hesitation, he turned to them and motioned for them to leave. “Apologies, Pa Stanley,” he said with a respectful nod. “We only intended to check on Asper Stanley before we received your message early this morning.”Grey Stanley gave a slight nod of understanding, but the atmosphere in the room remained tense. A low chuckle from Lucas Henry broke the brief silence, though his laughter carried a sneering tone. “So pretentious,” he remarked, his voice loud enough to ensure everyone heard. “Just like his father.”Alex Walker, calm as ever, ignored the taunt. But Grey Stanley’s sharp gaze landed on Lucas Henry, his expression unreadable. “Does he think everyone is as shallow and con
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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