Cheated & Despised, now the Billionaire Heir
Ethan Cole has spent his entire life being treated like dirt—an orphan, a nobody, the kind of person people look right through. But the ultimate betrayal comes from Vanessa, the girl he gave everything to, only for her to use and discard him like he was nothing.
Just when he thinks life can’t get any worse, a shocking truth is revealed: he was never meant to live in poverty because he is the rightful heir to the Aurelius fortune, the son of the powerful Magnus Aurelius.
Now, armed with his true identity and the resources of the Aurelius Group at his fingertips, Ethan is ready to make everyone who looked down on him pay. But as he steps into the world that was stolen from him, he realizes that his enemies who separated him from his father never left and are ready to strike again.
With betrayals at every turn and secrets more dangerous than he imagined, Ethan must fight to claim what is his. But power comes at a price.
Will he survive long enough to take revenge? Or will the past swallow him whole before he gets the chance?
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Chapter: Chapter 318The grand ballroom of the Presidential Palace glittered under crystal chandeliers, their light dancing across polished marble floors.Guests in elegant attire filled the space, their laughter and conversations creating a symphony of celebration.Ethan stood near the edge of the room, a glass of champagne untouched in his hand, his expression carefully neutral as he observed the festivities, while a string quartet played Vivaldi in the corner.This wasn’t just any birthday celebration. President Rafael Mendoza, the man whose leadership had guided Alvaris through turbulent times, was turning sixty.He was beloved across continents for pulling his nation back from the precipice of economic collapse and civil unrest.Ambassadors, business tycoons, and political heavyweights from across the globe filled the room.Ethan had arrived quietly, keeping to himself.However, his appearance caught most people off guard, because they had no idea he and the president knew each other.But Ethan was m
Last Updated: 2025-11-21
Chapter: Chapter 317“I thought as much,” Adrian said quietly.He raised his voice slightly. “Stop the car.”The driver’s foot hit the brake immediately. The vehicle came to a smooth halt in the middle of the street.Behind them, the other two cars stopped as well, their headlights illuminating the interior of Adrian’s vehicle.Vanessa’s face filled with confusion. “What—”Adrian reached into his jacket pocket and pulled out his wallet. He extracted several bills without counting them and tossed them at her. The money fluttered through the air and landed on her lap.“Get out of my car.” His voice was completely emotionless.“And take that money in case you’ve become so broke that you can’t even afford cab fare home. Though honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised.” He shrugged slightly. “You did just throw yourself in front of my convoy like a stray dog begging for scraps.”She stared at him, her face draining of all color.“Mr. Aurelius—” Her voice came out as a whisper. "Please, I—”“Did I stutter?” Adria
Last Updated: 2025-11-21
Chapter: Chapter 316“I came to you for help,” Vanessa said, her voice trembling.Adrian’s eyes narrowed slightly, although he had already suspected what she wanted. “Help?"“It’s no secret anymore. Everyone knows my family’s company has gone completely bankrupt. We’re drowning in debt. All because of Ethan.” Her tears flowed down her face, smearing her mascara into dark streaks on her pale skin.Her voice rose with desperation. “He destroyed us. Systematically destroyed everything my father built over thirty years. All because I broke up with him. Because he couldn’t handle a simple breakup like a mature adult.”She wiped her face with shaking hands. “I didn’t see a future for us. That’s all it was. Back then, he was a burden to me. A liability. He embarrassed me in front of my friends, my colleagues. I couldn’t introduce him to anyone without feeling ashamed. That’s why I ended things. Not because I was using him or taking advantage of him like he claimed.”Her eyes locked onto Adrian’s.
Last Updated: 2025-11-20
Chapter: Chapter 315Adrian stared at the silhouette for another long moment before he pressed the button on the walkie-talkie for Miles to bring Vanessa to his car.“Sir?” Miles' voice held surprise.“You heard me. Bring her here. Now.”The guards in Adrian’s vehicle exchanged glances but said nothing. They knew better than to question him when he used that tone.Through the windshield, Adrian watched Miles approach Vanessa again. After a quick conversation, she followed Miles to Adrian’s car.Adrian turned to the guard sitting beside him. “Get out.”The guard blinked. “Sir, protocol requires—”“I don’t care what protocol requires. Get out and move to one of the other vehicles.”The guard hesitated as his eyes flicked to Vanessa approaching, then back to Adrian.“Sir, for your safety, I should remain—”“Are you questioning my order?” Adrian’s voice dropped to something dangerous.The guard’s face went blank. “No, sir.”“Then move.”The guard stepped out just as Miles and Vanessa reached the vehicle.Va
Last Updated: 2025-11-19
Chapter: Chapter 314“Goodnight, Ethan,” Jessica whispered.Ethan's chest tightened as they pulled apart slowly and reluctantly.“Goodnight, Jessica,” he murmured back.“Go inside,” he said softly. "I want to make sure you’re safe before I leave.”She chuckled. “Why?”“Because I do.”She rolled her eyes. “No. I want to watch you leave.”He opened his mouth to protest, but she cut him off.“There are guards here to protect me,” she pointed out. "So you don’t need to worry. Just go.”He stared at her for a moment, then smiled faintly.“Alright, ma’am,” he said, raising his hands in surrender.He opened the car door and slid into the driver’s seat.She stepped closer, leaning down slightly.“Drive safe,” she said.“I will,” he replied.He started the engine, and she stepped back, waving at him.Her smile was the brightest he’d ever seen.“Thank you,” she called out. "For the gifts. And for stopping by. I really enjoyed the company.”He smiled back. “Anytime.”And at that moment, he almost told her to have
Last Updated: 2025-11-18
Chapter: Chapter 313Above Jessica and Ethan, the sky was scattered with faint stars as they stepped out of the apartment building.The street was quiet, save for the distant hum of traffic and the occasional rustle of leaves.However, the moment they crossed the threshold, she leaned into him, resting her head against his shoulder as they walked.Then, almost instinctively, her hand found his.Her fingers brushed against his palm first. Then slowly, deliberately, she threaded them through his.However, Ethan stiffened as his hand twitched slightly, while his mind raced with reasons why this was a bad idea—why he shouldn’t let this happen, why he needed to keep his distance.But then he felt her squeeze his hand gently, like she was silently asking him to stay.After a moment’s hesitation, his fingers curled around hers, locking them together.Her hand fit perfectly in his.His heart kicked hard against his ribs as they walked in silence. "What are you doing?" The question echoed in his mind."You’re sup
Last Updated: 2025-11-17
