The Substitute Wife

Ethan Cole was looked down on by everyone. His in-laws treated him like trash, his wife never respected him, and the entire city saw him as nothing more than a useless son-in-law. He was nothing but a punching bag for those who thought they were better than him. But they never knew the truth. Ethan wasn’t just some ordinary man, he was the heir to the powerful Cole family, the wealthiest and most feared family in the country. Due to past mistakes, Ethan had chosen to live a quiet life, keeping his true identity undercover, but when they pushed him too far, they awakened the beast within him. Now, the same in-laws who used him as a punching bag are nothing but stepping stones beneath his feet. The so-called rich and powerful young masters who mocked him? They now bow before him, trembling in fear. His wife, who never saw his worth can only watch in shock as he becomes the most influential man in the city. Ethan is done being the fool everyone laughs at. He will show them what true power looks like. And this time, he’s the one throwing the punches.

"I'm not going to compromise my values for the sake of money," Tony said, refusing to be cowed by Lady Lugard's wealth and influence. "I will not allow myself to be controlled or influenced by your family." Tony faced Lady Lugard head-on, his voice firm and resolute. The Lugard family was taken aback by Tony's boldness, but they were not deterred. "You will regret this decision," Lady Lugard said, her voice cold and menacing. Two weeks later, _________________________ "Tony, please, we are begging you to help us save our company," Lady Lugard pleaded, her voice full of desperation. "You are our last hope, our only chance to avoid ruin. Please, help us." A young man, Tony Eduardo, has a loving and respectful relationship with his wife and her family, but he doesn't receive the same amount of affection in return. When his beloved grandmother falls ill, he asks his mother-in-law for financial assistance, but she gives him an ultimatum: divorce his wife on their third wedding anniversary or receive no help. Tony rejects the money and leaves the Lugard family mansion, unaware of the new fate that awaits him outside of the Lugard household - one that will change his life forever.

Artis Hardy felt a sharp, searing pain on his cheek as his wife slapped him hard. Sophia, his loving wife, screamed at him in fury. "You beggar! I don't know I had mercy on you and married a scum like you! A man who can't even pay for his daughter's hospital is good for nothing, just like a worm of a gutter." At this moment, their three-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Eva, was lying on the hospital bed, suffering from a rare illness that ravaged her tiny body. They had spent all their savings and gone into debt, investing in her medical care while doctors tried and failed to find a cure for her. Artis walked out of the hospital and smiled bitterly. He had once dreamed of supporting his family and his love, but life had slapped him hard in the face. He lifted his head and took two deep breaths as if he had made up his mind. He took out his phone and scrolled down to a certain contact. After hesitating for a while, he tapped the call button and said, “Lend me some money.” “Sure, no problem. Just sign the papers, and I’ll send you everything you need.”

For five years, Arthur, the heir to a powerful house, has lived in secret as a humble innkeeper and the humiliated husband of the cruel Lady Elara Peckham. But when his wife and her family conspire to publicly shame him, Arthur's quiet patience finally breaks. As the House of Peckham discovers they have cast out a man who can bring their entire world to its knees, Arthur's return will be a storm of vengeance that none can foresee.

Betrayed by the woman he loved, Ethan’s life shatters—but with deadly elegance, he plots his ruthless revenge. With ice running through his veins, Ethan will stop at nothing to take down those who belittled him, from his unfaithful wife to anyone who dared to cross him. No one is safe from his cold wrath. And when he’s done, they’ll wish they had never been born.

Once an heir to riches, he now became a lowly son-in-law in New York City. Losing his job and discovering his wife's infidelity crushed his life. Alexander found himself in a desperate situation. He had been maltreated and bullied. However, his system activated, and he seemed to be making plans for his revenge. Can Jason harness this power to make his tormentors pay, or will it consume him in its own twisted game?

Kael is a poor waiter at a street restaurant of whom his wife would cheat on and divorce on their wedding anniversary to declare her love for Mr. Ethan a multi Millionaire, unknowing to Kael he visits the bank to confirm a card he was given by his families butler only to find out he has a black rock card with 100+ Trillion dollars worth of Cash! whilst uncovering his identity he will show them who the real Son in-law Is!

Coulter, the Martinez family's Son-in-law is seen as nothing but a burden by his wife, Melissa, and her family. He is treated lesser than dirt, and to culminate it all, Melissa cheats on him with Caleb, the man she believes is behind the official listing of Martinez Corporation. But behind the shadows, Coulter is actually the man who pulls the strings, and is the reason the Martinez family is finally experiencing success. But when he is scorned, he withdraws his support, leaving them all to burn at his feet.

Davide went from being a maltreated son in law, used by his wife as her mother's blood bank, to being the secret heir of the West's family. As Davide tries to navigate his new life, his lucky break didn't seem to last. His in-laws are back, and an unknown enemy that seeks to pull him back to being nothing. The future isn't certain, and one wrong decision can turn his life, back around.

Quincy Stone was poisoned by his family, because of how powerful he is. he has won countless battles in the past out of jealousy he was poisoned. he survived the poison but feel seriously sick. his wife and daughter were made to go through a lot of hardship or divorce. Khloe refused to divorce Quincy. this led to more hardship. she suffered humiliations from her grandfather until her husband recovered. the comeback of Quincy was something else