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THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 101: Cayden Huxley
Renee picked up the call, her voice casual yet curious. “Hey, I’m at Starbucks getting some work done. What’s up? Do you have good news?”Maya’s voice practically bubbled with excitement. “Yes! I’m pregnant!”“What?! That’s amazing—ahh!” Renee’s thrilled reaction was cut off by a sudden gasp.Maya frowned. “Renee? What happened?”At that moment, in the Starbucks café, a man had accidentally spilled his coffee all over Renee’s left shoulder. She sucked in a sharp breath, her initial irritation flaring as she turned to scold him—only to freeze when she saw him.Tall. Handsome. Oozing charm.Her annoyance evaporated in an instant.“Oh, it’s nothing,” Renee quickly said into the phone. “Just a little accident. I’ll call you later.”She ended the call and turned back to the man, who flashed an apologetic smile.“I’m really sorry about that, gorgeous. Let me help you clean up.”The young man pulled out a tissue and gently dabbed at Renee’s clothes, trying to clean up the spill.As he leaned
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 102: she hesitated
Cayden had meticulously planned his encounter with Renee the day before, orchestrating the coffee spill at Starbucks just to initiate a conversation.Ever since Tony played that voice recording for him, Cayden had been obsessed with the idea of possessing Maya. The way she spoke, her presence, her reputation—it all fueled his desire. He swore he would have her, no matter what it took.Tony, ever the mastermind, had suggested the perfect strategy: use Maya’s best friend, Renee, as a pawn to get closer to her.The plan was set in motion that very night. Cayden seduced Renee, drawing her into his web. But his motives weren’t purely about pleasure. He had leverage—damaging information about Renee’s husband that could ruin his career. With that threat hanging over her, Renee had no choice but to comply with his demands.Forcing a smile, she introduced them. "Maya, meet Cayden Huxley—the architect I mentioned earlier. He’s one of the most sought-after talents in the industry. I thought he’d
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 103: Cayden's confession
Although Cayden made Maya's heart race, she kept her composure, refusing to let it show.She playfully nudged Renee and scolded, "What nonsense are you talking about? Unlike you, I don’t go around chasing after young men despite being married. I would never betray my husband."To Maya, Ethan was the perfect man—someone who embodied everything she had ever dreamed of in a husband.But Renee wasn’t about to let the conversation end there. With a sly smile, she leaned in and whispered, "I know you and Ethan love each other, but what’s the harm in a little fun? Let me tell you a secret—Cayden comes from a billionaire family too. He’s just as rich as your husband!""What?"Maya’s eyes widened in shock. 'How is it that I never met a billionaire before I got married, but now they seem to be popping up everywhere?'Since Cayden was blackmailing her, Renee had no choice but to continue pushing his case. She sighed and said, "Maya, let’s be real. Ethan might find out about what happened between
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 104: Maya's first lie's
Raindrops continued to fall against the car window, the soft patter blending with the quiet hum of the night. The spot where Cayden had pulled over was shrouded in darkness, with barely any light reaching them.Inside the Aston Martin, the world outside felt distant. The heavily tinted windows ensured that no one could see in, and when Cayden switched off the headlights, the entire car sank into an eerie silence, like a hidden sanctuary where nothing could be seen or heard.Maya felt strangely safe in this secluded space. No one outside would be able to see anything, no matter what happened between her and Cayden.Their hands remained intertwined, fingers locked tightly together like lovers.Maya hesitated for a moment before finally speaking. “Cayden, I won’t lie… I do feel good about you too. You’re incredibly handsome, and you come from a powerful family. Which girl wouldn’t like you?”She let out a soft sigh before continuing, “But we’ve only known each other for a few days, after
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 105: Cayden Huxley attack Walt Disney corporation
Another week passed just like that. One evening, after dropping Maya off at her home, Cayden returned to the West Lake Hotel, where he was staying. Not long after, his phone rang—it was Tony. "So? How’s it going with my ex-wife?" Tony asked with a smug grin. At the time, Tony was in New York. He had no intention of returning to Los Angeles just yet. Ethan’s influence in the city was too powerful, and Tony knew that if he set foot there, Salvatore and Ferragamo could very well end up beaten half to death. He was waiting—waiting for Cayden to take Ethan down first. Cayden let out a frustrated sigh. "Ugh, don’t even get me started. It’s been almost two weeks since I met her, and there’s still no real progress!" "Maya only lets me drive her home now, and honestly, I think that’s just because of my $3.5 million sports car." "As for physical contact? Barely any. We’ve only held hands, and the closest I got was when she let me carry her after she sprained her ankle." Tony burst
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 106: Let’s give them a real fight.
Noticing Maya’s unusually strong reaction, Ethan studied her carefully before asking, "Maya, what’s wrong? You seem... unsettled. Do you know Cayden Huxley personally?"Maya’s heart pounded, but she forced a smile, shaking her head a little too quickly. "No... of course not. I’ve just heard Tony mention him before, that’s all."Ethan narrowed his eyes slightly, as if weighing her response, but he didn’t press further.Wanting to change the subject, Maya quickly asked, "Hubby, will the company be alright now that the Huxleys are deliberately targeting us? They seem really powerful, and if they’re going after us with full force, won’t it be difficult to fight back?"Ethan leaned back in his chair, his expression calm yet resolute. "Based on that 43-page short-selling report, the Huxleys have one goal—to bring Walt Disney Corporation to its knees. They want us bankrupt, gone, erased from the market. And I won’t lie, with the amount of financial power they hold, it wouldn’t be difficult f
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 107: Knowing of the True
Walt Disney Corporation was a relatively small company, valued at just under a billion dollars. Yet, the Huxleys had poured billions of dollars into crushing it, determined to bring it down.But the Sinclairs refused to back down. If the Huxleys wanted to destroy Walt Disney Corporation, the Sinclairs would do everything in their power to ensure its survival.Over the next two days, both families engaged in an all-out financial war, pumping hundreds of millions into the stock market to counter each other. The battle raged as massive amounts of capital flowed in and out, each side determined to outlast the other.However, when the markets closed on Friday, the stock price of Walt Disney Corporation remained unchanged—neither collapsing nor soaring. It was a stalemate.That same evening, Cayden received a call from his grandfather, Arthur Huxley."Grandpa..." Cayden answered, his voice hesitant. He had already funneled nearly a billion dollars of the Huxley family’s fortune into this fi
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 108: Ethan's plan for Divorce
Charleston sighed deeply, his voice filled with both understanding and wisdom.“Ethan, I had a feeling something like this might happen when the System first decided to place you as a live-in husband. Women are one of the greatest trials a man will face in his life, and experiencing betrayal isn’t necessarily a bad thing—it’s a painful but valuable lesson.”He paused before continuing, his tone more solemn.“I just didn’t expect you to fall so deeply for Maya Reynolds.”Charleston's words carried a hint of regret as he admitted, “She wasn’t the one I originally intended for you to marry. My plan was for you to wed an ordinary woman, someone simple and sincere. But your second brother thought that was unfair—he insisted on choosing a beautiful wife for you, thinking it was already difficult enough for you to endure three years as a live-in husband.”A bitter chuckle escaped him. “Now, it seems his good intentions have only caused you more pain.”Ethan remained silent, but deep down, he
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Chapter 143: Clara's background
Because Clara had feelings for Ethan, she was deeply concerned about the future of his unborn child with Maya. Whether the baby would be kept or not seemed tied to what kind of relationship Ethan and Maya might still have going forward.Ethan spoke honestly, “I’ve already discussed it with Maya. She’s decided to go through with the pregnancy, but she wants to raise the baby herself. When the time comes, I plan to fight for custody.”Clara knew that, in most cases, mothers were usually awarded custody after separation. She couldn’t understand why Ethan was so intent on taking custody himself—unless he genuinely loved children, she thought.Softly, Clara replied, “I really like kids too. Maya might have a difficult personality, but she’s beautiful, so your child is bound to be adorable.”She added with a smile, “Raising a beautiful child must be quite the experience.”She looked at Ethan with warmth in her eyes. It was clear she was trying to express her willingness to step in as a mate
Chapter 142: Renee's fate
During dinner, Ethan didn’t openly tell Corny about Renee’s affair. Instead, he danced around the subject, dropping vague hints that suggested something was amiss.At some point during the meal, whether deliberate or accidental, the conversation veered toward infidelity.All three of them—regardless of their differing views or gender—came to the same conclusion: once someone crosses the line and cheats, there's no going back. The trust is shattered forever.When dealing with a cheating spouse, they agreed there are really only two options: either walk away for good or pretend not to care and quietly pursue your own romantic interests on the side.But Corny wasn’t the kind of man who could play that game. Despite all the time he spent traveling for business, surrounded by opportunities, he had never once strayed. Not because he didn’t have the chance—but because he valued loyalty and commitment above all else.To him, love and marriage were sacred. And once that bond was broken, the on
Chapter 141
“Whoa!” Mike exclaimed, eyes wide in shock. His face turned serious with a hint of nervousness. “Man, that’s... seriously intense.”Ethan smirked. “It gets better. Her husband’s going to catch you two in bed.”Mike nearly jumped out of his seat. “Hey, don’t joke like that!”He looked genuinely alarmed. “Come on, we’ve been friends for over a decade—you wouldn’t throw me under the bus like that, right?”Clearly shaken, Mike imagined worst-case scenarios. What if the husband showed up with a gun? Or even a baseball bat? Either way, it sounded painful.But Ethan reassured him calmly, “Relax. The guy’s not violent. If he walks in, the worst he’ll do is break down in tears. He’s not the type to get physical.”Mike breathed a little easier, but was still puzzled. “So what’s the deal? What did this guy do to you that you want to put him through something like that?”Ethan’s tone softened. “You’ve got it wrong. He didn’t do anything to me. He’s actually a good man, and I consider him a friend
Chapter 140
Ethan sat in a modest room at an Express Hotel, sipping a cup of black tea from a paper cup. Across from him sat Mike—an old friend, now his ally in a new mission.Whenever Mike traveled to New York, he usually stayed at luxury hotels like The Peninsula. But this time, he didn’t bat an eye at the modest Express Hotel room Ethan had booked—a place that cost less than $50 a night.Mike understood Ethan’s background well. Despite not coming from wealth, Ethan had once trained alongside basketball legends like LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, and Dwyane Wade—an opportunity few from humble origins ever had.“It was actually pretty easy getting here by plane,” Mike said casually as he settled in.Ethan studied his old friend’s striking features—so reminiscent of a young Leonardo DiCaprio—and spoke sincerely. “Mike, I asked you to come not just to catch up, but also because I need a favor.”Mike picked up the paper cup and took a sip of the cheap black tea without complaint.“Say no more, man,
Chapter 139: All this while you never notices me
Ethan could easily tell that, as a businessman, Corny didn’t really have much in common with an unemployed guy like him. But Corny still seemed eager to get closer to Clara through Ethan. Ethan smiled and said, “No problem! When are you coming back to Los Angeles? I’ll set up a dinner for you and Miss Clara.” Corny replied, “Let me check my schedule... The earliest I can make it is the day after tomorrow.” Ethan then added, “Corny, do me a favor—don’t let your wife know you're coming back just yet.” Corny sounded puzzled. “Why? Every time I come home from a business trip, I always let her know in advance. If I don’t, she gets upset.” “My wife loves me a lot. She even insists on picking me up at the airport whenever I get back. She says she likes the feeling of welcoming her husband home.” Ethan sneered inwardly. Corny, you poor fool. You’ve been living in the dark for so many years and still have no clue! 'Why do you think she insists you tell her ahead of time? It’s because sh
Chapter 138: there are plenty of things you could do for me..
“Whoa!” Mike exclaimed, eyes wide in shock. His face turned serious with a hint of nervousness. “Man, that’s... seriously intense.” Ethan smirked. “It gets better. Her husband’s going to catch you two in bed.” Mike nearly jumped out of his seat. “Hey, don’t joke like that!” He looked genuinely alarmed. “Come on, we’ve been friends for over a decade—you wouldn’t throw me under the bus like that, right?” Clearly shaken, Mike imagined worst-case scenarios. What if the husband showed up with a gun? Or even a baseball bat? Either way, it sounded painful. But Ethan reassured him calmly, “Relax. The guy’s not violent. If he walks in, the worst he’ll do is break down in tears. He’s not the type to get physical.” Mike breathed a little easier, but was still puzzled. “So what’s the deal? What did this guy do to you that you want to put him through something like that?” Ethan’s tone softened. “You’ve got it wrong. He didn’t do anything to me. He’s actually a good man, and I consider him a
Chapter 137: Putting Renee down
Ethan had already settled the score with Tony and Cayden. Now, there was one more person on his list—Renee. Renee hadn’t harmed Ethan directly. In fact, she hadn’t even blocked his number. He figured that if they happened to cross paths on the street, she’d probably still smile and greet him as if nothing ever happened. Over the past three years, unlike others, Renee had never mocked him for being a live-in son-in-law. And yet, Ethan still held resentment toward her. “If it weren’t for Renee Quinn,” Ethan thought, “maybe Maya wouldn’t have changed into the person she is today.” He could still vividly recall the sweet, sincere, and innocent Maya from three years ago. Back then, after marrying Ethan, she would politely ignore flirtatious advances from other guys on campus and purposely maintain a respectful distance from any man. She had once been the picture of loyalty and purity. But everything changed after Maya witnessed Renee cheating on her husband for the first time follow
Chapter 136: Custody of the child
Maya stared at Cayden in disbelief. They had never been intimate, so she knew without a doubt that the baby wasn’t his.“What are you saying?” she asked, confused. “If I don’t go through with the abortion, how can we even get married?”Cayden had previously told her he didn’t mind the pregnancy, but also claimed that his grandfather was old-fashioned and would never approve unless she terminated the baby.Now, Cayden took a deep breath, already prepared with an answer. “Maya… I need to be honest. I lied to you.”“Lied to me?” Maya’s expression froze. “About what?”Lowering his head, Cayden put on a guilty, remorseful look. “The truth is… my grandfather doesn’t even know you’re pregnant—or that you’ve been married before. I never told him.”“As for what I said about needing to have an abortion before we could get married… I made that up too.”Maya blinked, puzzled. “But why would you lie about something like that?”Cayden sighed, playing the part of the conflicted lover. “Because I was
Chapter 135: Cayden's plans
“What’s going on, Shane?”Cayden looked at his brother, confused and concerned. They were close, and he could tell something was off. Shane seemed unusually downcast, and it even looked like he had been crying.Letting out a heavy sigh, Shane said quietly, “Cayden, there’s something you need to know. Your symptoms may have eased for now, but the doctors found... side effects.”He hesitated, then continued, “They believe the virus you were infected with may have affected your fertility.”Cayden’s expression froze, the color draining from his face.To a man, losing a finger or even a limb was painful—but losing the ability to have children was a crushing blow to his pride and identity.Physically, he might still appear whole—but in this vital way, he was now broken.“You’re saying... I’ll never be able to father a child?” Cayden asked, grabbing Shane’s arm in panic.Shane tried to reassure him. “Cayden, don’t jump to conclusions. It’s just a possibility, not a certainty. The medical res
