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Rise of the Sovereign: Wayne Stark
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Wayne Stark has always been the center of ridicule. In the eyes of his in-laws, he’s nothing but a worthless burden. Even the youngest among them doesn’t hesitate to insult or strike him, using every opportunity to remind him of his place—at the bottom. But what infuriates them more than anything is Wayne’s calm reaction. No matter the humiliation, he smiles. He speaks with respect. He never loses his cool. To them, he’s a fool. But to Wayne, it’s simply life as he knows it. What they don’t know is that their days of mocking him are numbered. Wayne was the last surviving member of the prestigious Stark family—a powerful lineage reduced to ashes in a tragic explosion that killed everyone, or so they thought. At just three years old, Wayne was rescued by a loyal servant named Zack, who vanished with him into hiding. Wayne grew up in an orphanage, unaware of his bloodline, with nothing but memories of warmth and shadows of loss. He never let the insults weigh him down—because deep inside, he believed life owed him nothing but a reason to keep smiling. Now, decades later, Zack finally reaches Lord Williams, the most respected and feared ally of the former Stark family. Upon learning the truth, Lord Williams vows to restore Wayne’s honor—by making him the wealthiest, most powerful man in the country. And Wayne? He’s ready to rise—and repay every slap, every insult, and every drop of humiliation. Not with anger. But with unstoppable dominance. And as of Lena what’s her play? Is it love or what?
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Chapter One
The gentle hum of the choir echoed across the churchyard, their voices soft and mournful as they sang a burial hymn. The scent of incense and freshly turned earth hung in the air, thick with sorrow. It was the final farewell for Mr. Rafael Romanos—a man of wealth, reputation, and legacy. Friends, family, and powerful business partners gathered beneath black canopies to pay their respects, cloaked in grief and adorned in gold. An hour passed. The ceremony concluded. Mourners lined up to offer condolences to the widow, Mrs. Romanos, whose veiled expression didn’t waver beneath the weight of sympathy. She stood tall in her black gown like a queen guarding a fading empire. Then a voice pierced the solemn air—too loud, too raw. “Hey, James!” Heads turned. Conversations stilled. James—the grandson of the deceased and second son of Rafael’s daughter—froze mid-handshake. His polite smile faltered the moment he saw who had spoken. Wayne Stark. A man the Romanos never truly accepted. No
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Just then, the door swung open. And there he was—Peter! Everyone in the room turned to look at him. Peter walked in majestically, like a king, flaunting his luxurious wristwatch and a suit that screamed wealth and power. James quickly stood up and rushed toward him halfway. “Oh, Peter! Thank goodness you’re here on time. Some pauper—good-for-nothing—claims they got a contract from your family business.” Peter smirked, stealing a glance at Lena. He’d always liked her, but no matter how hard he tried, she never gave him a chance. I’ll make you regret rejecting me today, he thought. Lena’s mother, seeing the situation, rushed forward. “Um… Peter, thank you for the contract you helped my daughter get. I wonder how we’d have ended up if not for you. You’re such a great man,” she began praising him, hoping he’d side with them—even if Lena was lying—and save them from shame. But deep down, Gift (Lena’s mother) already had doubts. She knew it couldn’t be possible. Peter had already
Last Updated : 2025-05-07Rise of the Sovereign: Wayne Stark Chapter Ten
Lena’s confidence surged, fueled by the excitement pulsing through her veins. She seemed bolder than ever—standing tall despite the weight of the room’s piercing stares. Every eye was on her, their expressions mixed with curiosity and contempt.Mrs. Romanos’ fury only deepened as she prepared to speak, her lips parting—“Grandma,” Lena called again, interrupting the silence.“I secured the contract you asked me to get. Not only that, I also—”She couldn’t finish.Jane scoffed and abruptly stood from his front-row seat, turning to face her.“You pathetic liar,” he snapped. “You already secured the contract? Huh?”His laughter dripped with sarcasm.“How dare you lie in front of everyone here? You must be insane.”Elena joined in from her seat. “You? A $50 million contract with Arnold Group? Stop humiliating yourself. Do you think anyone would believe you?”Her husband let out a mocking chuckle, and others followed suit. Even Lena’s own mother looked worried, her eyes silently pleading f
Last Updated : 2025-05-06Rise of the Sovereign: Wayne Stark Chapter Nine
“Mom, I promise you—I’m going to earn us respect in this family. From now on, no one will dare look down on us.”Lena’s voice trembled as tears welled in her eyes.Her mother sat frozen, staring at the contract in her hands, rereading the figure as though it were a hallucination.“Eighty million dollars?” she whispered in disbelief. “Not fifty… but eighty?”She glanced up, dazed. “Did Peter do this? Is he the one who convinced his father to offer such a massive deal?” A slow, hopeful smile tugged at her lips.“I knew that he’s capable, not only handsome as a man,” she continued with a joyful laugh.Lena let out a short scoff, but before she could respond, Wayne remained silent, standing and watching them, his presence unnoticed but ever-watchful.“It was Wayne’s idea,” Lena admitted. “He told me to go to Mr. Arnold and give him a gift—to try at least.” She paused mid-sentence, her brows knitting as realization dawned.So it was Peter who told his father beforehand… that’s why Mr. Arno
Last Updated : 2025-05-04Rise of the Sovereign: Wayne Stark Chapter Eight
It felt as if Lena were floating in a dream when she heard the voice echo across the room.Then Sarah—who had just moments ago rushed forward with a proud smile—suddenly stiffened, her face faltering.“Huh? D–Did Lena… have a connection with Mr. Arnold?” she whispered under her breath, confusion flickering in her eyes.Lena, caught off guard, turned uncertainly. She didn’t understand what was going on either.Everyone in the waiting room grew silent, glancing around curiously.“Excuse me… is Mrs. Lena here? Or hasn’t she arrived yet?” Mr. Arnold’s voice rang out again as he looked across the room, brows furrowed in search.He didn’t recognize her.Lena hesitated, her heart fluttering. Then, barely above a whisper, she spoke. “Sir…”She raised her hand gently from the back.Mr. Arnold’s sharp gaze immediately landed on her. He smiled.“Oh… are you Mrs. Lena?” he called, his tone instantly warm.Lena gave a slight nod.Everyone turned to look at her.“Could she be in trouble?”“Did she
Last Updated : 2025-04-30Rise of the Sovereign: Wayne Stark Chapter Seven
The next morning, as Lena prepared to leave…Wayne handed her a wrapped envelope.“Don’t worry about anything. Just give this to him—he’ll understand,” Wayne murmured.Making her think it contains a important asset of Mr Rafael Romanos, who’s her late grandfatherLena paused, staring at the thick envelope with a puzzled look on her face.“Wayne… So you even know how much the contract is worth? And you expect Mr. Arnold to accept this just like that, and because of grandfather he would just offer the contract?”Before she could finish her thought, Wayne gently interrupted her.“Dear, you have to trust me. I believe we can make this work,” he said, stepping closer and patting her back.A strange comfort washed over her. After nearly three years of marriage, Wayne had never shown her this level of closeness. For the first time, it felt like their connection was beginning to spark into something more.“Are you sure about this?” she asked softly.Wayne nodded. “Yes. I believe in you. And I
Last Updated : 2025-04-30Rise of the Sovereign: Wayne Stark Chapter Six
Earlier, Wayne had received a message from Zack, prompting him to go meet him.To keep his identity hidden until the right moment, Wayne had instructed Zack never to come to his house under any circumstances—even in urgent matters. Zack was to text him and act accordingly until Wayne arrived.“Master, welcome,” Zack greeted with a bow, and the suited men behind him followed in unison.“What’s the urgent matter, Zack?” Wayne asked, his voice adopting the authoritative tone of a true boss.Zack smiled politely.“The official announcement will be made today. As instructed, only your last name will be revealed—not your full identity. Once it’s done, the entire Solemere estate will undergo some refinement. It’s time to start on a clean slate, don’t you think, Master?”Zack spoke as Wayne scrolled through his tablet in the luxurious, latest model Rolls-Royce Zack had arrived in.“Well, about that… I need you to prepare a contract offer for the Arnold family. Include a condition—they must co
Last Updated : 2025-04-29Rise of the Sovereign: Wayne Stark Chapter Five
The mischievous little grin on Wayne’s face didn’t go unnoticed—James, Lena’s cousin, caught it from across the room.“What’s this idiot smiling about in a situation like this? Does he really think it won’t affect him if Lena and her mother get kicked out? Useless man,” he muttered under his breath, clearly irritated.He stepped forward, his voice cutting through the tense air.“Grandma,” he began smoothly, “I think it’s time Lena learned how to manage things herself. Of course, she’s close with Peter—Mr. Arnold’s son—so she might as well ask for his help. Since her so-called husband is clearly useless, maybe this will finally show her who truly deserves her.”James’s courage wasn’t his own—it came from his friendship with Jacob. Both had always shared one thing: a quiet resentment for Wayne and Lena, especially since Lena refused to divorce Wayne.But Mrs. Romanos, experienced and tactical, wouldn’t let things sound too pointed.“James, shut up,” she snapped, frowning.“This task isn
Last Updated : 2025-04-29Rise of the Sovereign: Wayne Stark Chapter Four
Wayne stood before the towering structure, eyes wide with disbelief, as if trying to breathe in the sheer elegance of the place. The building exuded prestige—no, power. Even the air smelled like wealth, like the scent of ancient money and secrets only the elite were born to know. He felt like he was standing at the edge of a dream. This wasn’t just architecture—it was another world, a realm he had only seen on luxury lifestyle TV shows and glossy magazines. And now… he was here. Not as a guest. Not as a beggar peering through a glass wall. But as the man this empire now bowed to. Could this be real? Is this… really mine? Just weeks ago, he couldn’t afford lunch. Now he own the kind of world they made movies about. His heart pounded. His thoughts scattered. It felt too absurd, too perfect to be anything but fantasy. “Master, this way. Shall we?” Zack’s voice grounded him, laced with respectful urgency. Wayne blinked, almost forgetting he was still standing at the entrance
Last Updated : 2025-04-25Rise of the Sovereign: Wayne Stark Chapter Three
After a while, Wayne finally stood up from David’s bedside. He’d been staring at him the whole time, not realizing that his phone—set to silent—had been ringing nonstop. There were several missed calls from Lena. She was worried after he left the house in such a hurry, but Wayne had been too preoccupied to notice. He walked toward the doctor’s office, a nervous smile playing on his lips. “Sir, please… how much do I have to pay back for the surgery?” he asked, anxiety crawling in his chest. He didn’t understand why or how they had gone ahead with such a costly surgery—or why David had been moved to the VIP section. It didn’t make sense. “Oh, you don’t have to worry,” the doctor replied as he stepped out, heading to attend another patient. “The bill has been fully settled.” Wayne stood there, speechless. The unease in his heart only grew stronger. He needed answers. He walked over to the beautiful nurse he’d spoken to earlier. “Hi… please, can you tell me who the man w
Last Updated : 2025-04-25
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