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THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 70: This gift isn't meant for you
Tony had always been someone who valued his pride above all else. Within his social circle of wealthy heirs, he was known for his ostentatious displays of affluence and his tendency to flaunt his status at every opportunity.Today was supposed to be his crowning moment—a grand wedding to the so-called "most beautiful woman in Los Angeles," Maya. The only imperfection in his otherwise perfect narrative was the fact that Maya was a divorcee. Still, Tony had planned to overshadow that blemish by turning Ethan, her ex-husband, into a public spectacle of humiliation during the ceremony. But fate had other plans. Instead of Ethan being humiliated, Tony now found himself in the very position he had reserved for Ethan—embarrassed and stripped of his dignity. Bowing down, kneeling, and pouring a drink to Ethan as a sign of deference? The mere thought churned Tony's stomach. He simply couldn’t lower himself that way. "Is this some kind of elaborate ruse?" Tony wondered bitterly. In his mind
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 71: Mr Sinclair is my senior
Giovanni’s smile faltered instantly. "Not for my son? Mr. Garrett, aren’t you here for my son’s wedding?" Giovanni asked, his voice tinged with embarrassment. Ryan offered a polite smile. "Of course, I’m here for the wedding. I’ve prepared a monetary gift for your son and handed it over to the reception staff. If you’d like, you can verify it with them, Mr. West." Giovanni quickly waved his hands. "Oh no, Mr. Garrett, please don’t misunderstand. I would never focus on such a thing. It’s already a tremendous honor to have you here celebrating with us. The fact that you’ve brought a gift is far too generous." Giovanni, knowing Ryan’s considerable wealth, assumed the monetary gift was substantial—likely no less than $15,000. Eager to seize the moment, Giovanni called over Tony and Maya. "Tony, Maya, come here and greet Mr. Garrett!" Tony approached with a wide grin, extending both hands for a handshake. "It’s an honor to meet you, Mr. Garrett. I’ve heard so much about you—you’
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 72: I'm the main Boss
Maya’s sense of superiority, carefully cultivated by her privileged upbringing, had always been her armor. It allowed her to justify her actions, dismiss Ethan’s feelings, and even demand his apologies without a shred of guilt. She carried herself with the pride of someone who had always been told she was exceptional, someone who believed she was a cut above the rest.Having grown up in an affluent family, Maya attended prestigious schools designed for the elite. She had been exposed to the finer things in life, from learning the piano and violin to mastering the art of dance. To her, these accomplishments symbolized culture, refinement, and superiority. They became the foundation of her belief that she was more sophisticated and better brought up than Ethan.Even though she had a genuine affection for Ethan, Maya could never shake the feeling that he was from a different world. In her mind, his world was one of mediocrity, far removed from the grace and opulence she had always kno
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 73:Mr. Sinclair, please spare us!
Soon, dozens of people began filing into the grand ballroom where the wedding was taking place. The group was predominantly male, with only three women present, all appearing to be between the ages of 20 and 40. The attendees had been gathered by a young man moments earlier. Stepping forward, the young man introduced them, saying, "Everyone, this is Mr. West. And over here are his son, Tony, and Tony's new wife, Maya Reynolds." The crowd quickly offered polite smiles and greetings. "Good evening, Mr. West and Mr. Tony!" they chimed in unison. Both Giovanni West and his son, Tony, felt a swell of pride at the warm reception. Their dignified expressions reflected their satisfaction at being so widely acknowledged. As Tony surveyed the crowd from a distance, a flicker of recognition crossed his face. Many of the attendees seemed oddly familiar. His curiosity piqued, he strode forward confidently, his tone tinged with arrogance. "I hear from my father’s chauffeur that you’re al
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 74: I do not
Giovanni hurried toward the hotel entrance, his brow furrowing as he noticed Ferragamo, Salvatore, and several subordinates standing motionless outside. Their presence seemed out of place."Mr. Ferragamo, Salvatore," Giovanni called out, his voice laced with concern. "Why are you standing out here? Shouldn’t you be inside by now? Is something wrong?"Ferragamo turned slightly, his face calm but focused. "Nothing is wrong," he said evenly. "I’m waiting for someone.""Waiting?" Giovanni echoed, his curiosity piqued. He glanced between them, confused. "You’re waiting for someone out here? You? That’s not like you at all. Who could possibly be important enough to make you wait?"Ferragamo’s gaze remained steady, fixed on the road ahead. "You’ll see soon enough," he replied cryptically.Before Giovanni could press further, the smooth purr of a powerful engine filled the air. A sleek Rolls-Royce Phantom emerged from the distance, gliding gracefully to a stop in front of the hotel. Its polis
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 75: He doesn’t want you
Maya’s voice rang out loud and clear, cutting through the tension in the opulent hotel ballroom. "I do not!"Gasps rippled through the room as the bride, dressed in a stunning white wedding gown, openly refused to complete her vows. The grand ceremony, meant to celebrate love and unity, was now plunged into chaos.The guests erupted in whispers and exclamations.Ever since Ethan had revealed his identity as a key figure in the Walt Disney Corporation, Maya’s resolve had begun to falter. Moments later, witnessing the most powerful figures in Los Angeles bowing in deference to him had left her awestruck. To her, Ethan now seemed like a king—admired, respected, and untouchable.Maya’s mind raced. Her former husband, the man she had once discarded, had transformed into a tycoon revered by all. In comparison, Tony, the man she was about to marry, seemed utterly lacking.Tony was neither as handsome nor as kind as Ethan. He didn’t pamper her or make her feel cherished in the way Ethan once
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 76: Maya regret
Outside the HotelA male guest exited the grand hotel, a smug smile lighting up his face. He pulled out his phone, scrolling through his contacts until he landed on the name Nicholas Crane. Without hesitation, he dialed the number.The line clicked, and a cold, sharp voice answered, “Who is this, and what do you want?”The man chuckled, leaning casually against a lamppost. “Nick Crane! Long time no talk. I recall hearing that the Reynolds family out here in Los Angeles is related to you. Is that right?”Nicholas’s tone grew more impatient. “Yes, my mother is Maya Reynolds’s grandfather’s sister. Maya is my niece. What’s this about?”“Ah, so that’s the connection!” the man said, his voice thick with amusement. “Well, Nick, you missed one heck of a show today. Your niece got married, and it was a spectacle you wouldn’t believe.”Nicholas’s voice sharpened. “What happened?”The man relished the moment, his tone almost gloating. “Well, it turns out your niece’s ex-husband, Ethan Sinclair,
THE ANCESTRAl HEIR SYSTEM Chapter 77: Wining Ethan heart
After finalizing the divorce papers, Maya immediately sought out Renee, her confidante and adviser, to help her strategize a way to win Ethan back.Renee, sensing Maya's desperation, didn’t mince her words. "Listen, no matter what happens, you cannot admit to having slept with Tony that night. Ethan didn’t catch you in the act, so you can deny it with conviction."Determined to erase any trace of doubt, Renee accompanied Maya to a hospital for a hymen reconstruction surgery, ensuring she could present herself as pure and blameless.*****At 11 PMA pristine white Maybach Landaulet glided elegantly into the Rose Garden Villas. The luxury car, designed to resemble a modernized horse-drawn carriage, exuded an air of sophistication and exclusivity.The unique design set it apart from other vehicles. The front and rear cabins were distinct, with the rear featuring a retractable roof that was currently open to the pleasant May night breeze.While the front of the car was shrouded in the ni
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“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
Chapter 134: Cayden's infertility
Cayden was in an exceptionally good mood today. He believed he had finally succeeded in toppling Ethan from his role as president of the Walt Disney Corporation, reducing him to nothing more than a broke nobody.Even better, he had forced Ethan to divorce Maya—the woman Cayden had been pursuing—effectively stealing her away.To Cayden, everything was going exactly according to plan.He’d never been one to lose in matters of love, and this felt like just another victory.Although Ethan had injured one of Cayden’s fingers, it wasn’t something that seriously disrupted his daily life.He had trained himself to be ambidextrous, so eating, drinking, or even playing games on his phone posed no issue.After chatting with Maya on the phone for a while, and feeling pleased with himself, Cayden finished his IV treatment and invited her to join him for a round of Call of Duty: Warzone.Cayden couldn’t move the index and middle fingers on his right hand, but luckily, he only needed his thumb to pl
Chapter 133: Castrate Tony West
If Tony and Cayden had stayed in New York, Ethan might have found it harder to deal with them. The Huxley family still held considerable influence there, and Ferragamo and Salvatore wouldn’t have had the freedom to act as boldly as they did in Los Angeles. But Tony and Cayden had foolishly come to L.A., stepping straight into Ethan’s territory. In doing so, they had sealed their own fate. It wouldn’t be Ethan’s fault if they left the city broken and ruined. He dialed Ferragamo and said calmly but coldly, “It’s time. Handle it.” Ferragamo replied, “Understood, Mr. Ethan. Do you want me to eliminate Tony West?” Given that the West family was already nearing bankruptcy and Tony had the audacity to sleep with Maya, getting rid of him wouldn’t take much effort. But Ethan didn’t want to go that far—at least not for now. He remembered Tony’s mother once tearfully begging him for mercy, and he wasn’t completely heartless. “Don’t kill him,” Ethan said flatly. “Just make sure he can never
