All Chapters of The Hidden Heir: From Rags To Riches : Chapter 1
- Chapter 9
9 chapters
shattering of a peaceful life
"Young Master Hartley, are you really going to refuse the old master's invitation?""My surname is not Hartley. It is Ford.""Even so, you nevertheless have the blood of the Hartley family flowing through your veins.""From the moment they chased me and my mother out of the Hartley Family, I have already made the resolve to sever my ties with them."In that afternoon, a black Bentley was parked in the bustling streets of Clearwater City along the river. Standing out like a crane among chickens, it attracted the attention of all the pedestrians walking by.In front of a small barbecue vendor, a young man with a delicate face was packing up the barbecue tools and pushing the cart.The old man in black who got off the Bentley was now bowing respectfully in front of the barbecue stall as if he was requesting something from the young man."Young Master, you also know that the old master was forced to do so back then. Although he had certainly wronged Madam, he never intended to chase you t
extreme humiliation
Seated around the table where Ethan was sitting were the sons-in-law of the Harrison Family.Compared to Ethan, however, the other sons-in-law were all wealthy and powerful figures — their statuses in the Harrison Family like day and night.While chatting merrily and toasting excitedly with one another, they did not even bother greeting Ethan. Handing each other their business cards, they completely ignored him as if he never existed in their eyes."Has everyone already arrived? Come, here's a toast to the rest of the day!""Brother Derek, that will not do as we should be offering you a toast instead."As Derek walked over leisurely with a glass of wine in his hand, the other sons-in-law of the Harrison Family stood up in a humble manner to curry favor. One after another, they revealed fawning expressions as they lifted their wine glasses for a toast.Derek was the son of Charles, the third son of the Harrison Family. As such, he was also the successor of the third branch of the famil
some certain necessary actions
Sophia's house — located in Riverside District — was first constructed ten years ago; thus, looking old and shabby.Its appearance naturally did not match the status of someone from the Harrison Family in Clearwater City.Upon their return back home, Ethan's father-in-law, William, and mother-in-law, Helen, sat on the sofa with serious expressions."Ha!" Helen sneered. "Ethan, you still have the face to come back home?""We have already heard about the incident that took place at the wedding today. Ethan, you really are the bearer of misfortune, having once again messed up our plans!" Helen scolded as she stomped her feet and stood straight up."Forget it. Mom, stop scolding him. Ethan is not to be blamed. Brother-in-law had no intention of helping us in the first place," Sophia said.Upon hearing her words, Helen boiled in anger and exclaimed furiously, "Stupid daughter, you still want to speak up for him? Have you not suffered enough in his hands? If it wasn't for him, would you be
the cooperation
Clearwater City, Eastern District, Ning Group Building.Located in the center of the city, the building stood seventy stories tall and grand.The Ning Group Building — built in the most prosperous district in the city — also stood as the landmark of Clearwater City.Ever since the Ning Group moved into Clearwater City a few years ago, it has caused a great sensation throughout the entire East Sea Province.After all, the Ning Group of the Imperial City stood as the top aristocratic family in the entire Dragon Country.Arriving at the entrance of the building, Ethan proceeded to walk into the guest hall."Sir, may I ask who you are looking for?" The receptionist asked politely."I'm looking for your director, Norman," Ethan said calmly."You're looking for Director Norman? Do you have an appointment?" The waitress asked.Dressed in casual streetwear, Ethan did not look like someone who had the qualifications to talk to a big shot like Director Norman.As the spokesperson of the Ning Gr
they panic
At the number one hospital in Clearwater City...Ethan quickly rushed over to room 608."Ethan, how could you not be aware of such a big thing that happened in the family? Where did you even go during this time?" Helen stood up and scolded him."Look, everything that happened to our family was because you offended someone!" Helen stated with resentment and continued blaming everything on Ethan.Despite receiving that barrage of words, Ethan remained silent as he simply looked towards the hospital bed. Lying on the bed was his father-in-law, William. Wearing a worried expression, his entire face was filled with bruises while his hands were wrapped in gauze.Sophia sat next to the bed with a haggard look on her face, looking as if her soul had been sucked away from her body."Father-in-law, Sophia, where are you hurt?" Ethan asked with an anxious tone."It's just some superficial wounds. Nothing too serious," William replied.Sophia said, "I'm fine. Dad argued with the workers and got b
the new chairman
"What? The corporation has already arrived at such a dire state? Charles, didn't you tell us that day before that the shareholders' dividends will be rising? You couldn't have been lying to us, right?" One of the shareholders who usually did not care about the company's affairs asked with a worried tone."Our stock market has collapsed? Even the channel merchants have terminated their contracts? Then how are we going to sell off the products that we have been stocking up?" One of the shareholders in charge of the jewelry and jade raw materials factory asked too in panic.Another female shareholder could not sit still and watch as everything collapsed before her. Since the current situation was related to her own interests, she could not care less about James and Charles's dignity as she questioned them on the spot, "James, Charles, what are the two of you who are usually in charge of the company doing? Now that such a big problem has occurred, won't the two of you give us an explanati
lick the table like a dog
"You want him to lick it clean and swallow everything back in...?"At that moment, Charles's expression twisted in fury as he never expected the acting chairman sent by the Ning Group of the Eastern Sea to be so domineering."Chairman Wesley, please have mercy on Derek. He's still young and does not fully understand the rules yet. Could you please..." Charles pleaded."Stop!" Wesley shouted as he raised his hand to signal Charles to shut his mouth."Ten seconds," Wesley stated as he looked at Charles and chuckled. In an attempt to restrain his expression, he proceeded to speak in a cold voice, "If you can't do it, Charles, you may take your leave. You will no longer have to come to Prestige Tower starting tomorrow.""I will send a team to settle the matters regarding the jewelry stores and the processing factories. With the professionalism of our Ning Group's team, it won't take them more than 24 hours to complete these simple tasks."As the number one secretary of the director in the
a unique designer
The next day.Riverside District, Sophia's house.The people from the moving company redecorated the house, and the family could finally move in again.After Ethan prepared a hearty meal, the entire family gathered around the table and savored each dish."We seemed to have been blessed by the gods themselves this time. What a satisfying ending to everything! After Charles fell along with his son, the enemies they've made over the past years took the opportunity to kick them while they're down," Helen said with great satisfaction. "I'm not sure who was responsible for causing the collapse of their family, but I would definitely want to thank them in person!"With a bright smile on his face, William then said, "Charles's family is far too ruthless. Having constantly created enemies in the industry, it appears that they've made a grave mistake this time by unknowingly offending a big shot. They brought this upon themselves.""They deserve what they got," Helen said as she puffed arrogant
a unique creation
"Ethan, I didn't expect you to know so much about jewelry," Sophia said in a gentle tone as she looked at Ethan in a different light.Ethan simply smiled and did not say anything else."Actually, I had a design that I was very satisfied with a long time ago, but it was a pity that I didn't receive the opportunity to create it," Sophia said seriously."This design of the jewelry requires very expensive diamonds. However, neither did I have the qualifications to request such materials nor did the company accept my proposal..." Sophia said slowly with a look of pity on her face.Taking out an exquisite red wooden box from her drawer, she then lifted out a thick draft from inside."This is the one design that I am most proud of. However, I have yet to think of a good name for it," Sophia said and handed over the draft.Ethan took the document and analyzed its contents seriously.The more he looked through the design, the more it amazed him.After analyzing the draft, it was clear to him t