President Pregnant Ex

After staying in a loveless marriage with her long-time crush for two years, Lisa finds out that she's pregnant. Her whole world crumbles when he throws divorce papers at her face. To make matters worse, she is betrayed by the people whom she calls family. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers that she is actually the heiress of the largest shipping conglomerate on the continent. She leaves the town, pregnant. Five years later, she comes back to town, hellbent to take revenge on her ex-husband, cold and domineering billionaire, Damian. She is determined to make everyone who has ever hurt her pay!  However, little did she know that there was more to the divorce years ago.

The new book "Addicted to the Demon President's Kiss" is out. Please show your support~! He was a president of towering might, domineering, autocratic, overbearing, obsessive, and forceful. He showered her with all his affection, yet didn't grant her freedom. One day, during an interview with the president. The journalist asked, "Mr. President, would you say the most correct choice in your life was becoming the president?" President Gong Heng chuckled lightly, "No." "Then what is it?" Gong Heng's smile became all the more tender. "Marrying my wife."

“Lin Yunfeng! Stop right there!” Lin Yunfeng gazed back at the speeding figure behind him. Heart racing, he picked up speed and ran through the abandoned corridor. “You better stop Yunfeng!!” Ren Muchen growled loudly. The little brat was much faster than he had expected. “This is how you wish to face me after you fucking slept with me? Fine! Run then! Let’s see how long you can last,” Panting Lin Yunfeng looked back in panic. “I’m so sorry, it was a mistake. think of it as Stepping on shit. Please forgive me!” he placed a hand on his lower stomach and ran even faster. “Watch out!” Yunfeng gazed ahead in surprise. a half-rotten corpse stood in his way. He came to a screeching halt but the slippery floor made it hard for him to come to a complete stop. He fell unceremoniously face down on the ground. “Fuck,” The zombie jumped onto him with its mouth wide open. Its bloody saliva dripped onto his face. Yunfeng held his breath. He had read about this before but this was the first time he had actually seen an undead. It petrified him. ‘Is this how I die?’ “Growl,” the beast aimed at his neck precisely, Just as he thought his life was coming to an end, a long axe cut through the decayed neck of the Zombie. The heavy zombie fell right on top of him, oozing blood and puss. A hand grabbed him by his collar and lifted him up. “You are not dying, not today, not anytime soon...” Ren Muchen said with a nasty grin/ Yunfeng gulped. Muchen peered into his trembling black eyes coldly. “You know why?” because we are having a baby.” Yunfeng’s hand reflectively went into his tummy. “h-how do you know?” “You knew?! Yet you ran!” Muchen laughed coldly and shook him like a rattle. “Take responsibility you bastard, we created a life that day! “y-yes, I’ll take responsibility!”

A normal high school boy name shinn, he was the just a normal high school boy until the day he got shotted by a pistol of a unknown enemy and died, he got reincarnated in a new world called ARIES. Shinn wakes up from his long and deep sleep, he's sitting on a empty white abyss nothing but silence, until a woman's voice speaks, "welcome to the void, to choose your next world, please tell me your new name and not your previous one. " shinn choose his favorite character name called HANEUL, after that he lost consciousness and woke up on a unfamiliar library room without anyone inside. he introduced himself to the nearby classroom called HSC, or the HUNTES CLASS , the school he's in, is the HSH, or the HUNGERS HIGH, located at the fifth region of this new world called aries the hunters high, is one of the most powerful school in all of zayin, they hunt, and they kill monsters that invades their world. haneul, nominated as the class president of the HSC classroom, and won the election, the reason he got chosen is because he was a skilled hunter since his day 1 in HSH. now haneul, will continue his life as a class president and a skilled assasin and hunter on this new world.

Reeling from the shame, anger, embarrassment of his break up with the love of his life publicly, Kieran White had gotten involved with a common waitress at the pub he visited. They had hit it off and soon had a one night stand that led to them signing a contract marriage of five years so Kieran could head his family's business. What Edwina Hall had thought was a dream come true soon came shattering with a reality so blindly forced into her face when her husband asked her to sign the divorce papers he presented to her. Devastated, she had signed the papers and had left her cold-hearted ex-husband alone only to realize that she was pregnant with his son. Five years later, the duo crossed part in the most unlikely places and this time, the tables had turned as Kieran would do anything to get Edwina to notice him and most importantly, be with him again. Would Edwina continue to feign indifference to the man who had her heart and the father of her son or would she ignore him and move on with someone else?

Tara has given it her all, taking care of Derek and being a devoted house wife. But he takes it all for granted, and brings home his first love one sudden day. He even goes as far as divorcing Tara, just so he can be with his lover. Seven years later and Tara returns with her smart and handsome son, Richard. Derek is jealous and wants to take him from her. He is even desperate as to make Tara his wife again. "No. We are over, Derek. You will not take my baby away from me. Go back to your mistress." He is going to do everything he can to take her back, but what he doesn't know is that there is another billionaire out there who is madly in love with Tara and her amazing baby.

*********** Ahneeka Fallon thought her marriage was the start of a new chapter but just days after, her world is shattered. Her husband, once her greatest love reveals a cruel truth: he had only married her to claim her virginity, and now that his ex-lover—Ahneeka's own sister—is back, he’s ready to discard her. Humiliated and heartbroken, Ahneeka’s life spirals further out of control when a drugged, one-night stand with a stranger is broadcasted on national TV, leading to her public disgrace and disownment. Forced into an arranged marriage to salvage the family's reputation, Ahneeka escapes on her wedding day, only to collide into the arms of the man from that fateful night. But as they unite to uncover dark family secrets, Ahneeka learns the shocking truth about her real identity, her sister's treachery, and the unborn child she carries. Will the lies that surround her destroy everything she holds dear? Or will she find a redeeming love amidst the chaos.

" An introvert girl that changes herself to an ex-introvert (extrovert and introvert) due to life challenges. "You really cannot be shy in this life or you won't go far. Gotta take risks...its what makes life fun.challenges. You really cannot be shy in this life or you won't go far. Gotta take risks...its what makes life fun!!"

What happens when an ordinary guy finds himself in the most extraordinary position? Meet Jake, a laid-back underachiever who suddenly wakes up in the body of the President of a quirky, chaotic nation! With a cabinet full of oddball advisors, a nation on the brink of hilarity, and a series of outrageous events spiraling out of control, Jake must navigate the treacherous waters of politics, diplomacy, and, of course, the constant barrage of memes. Armed with nothing but his offbeat sense of humor and a knack for bizarre solutions, Jake dives headfirst into a whirlwind of diplomatic disasters, celebrity antics, and mind-boggling conspiracies. As he tries to juggle international crises with a series of laugh-out-loud moments, he quickly discovers that leading a country is no joke—especially when his predecessors left behind a mountain of absurd problems.

Scheduling Updates: Thursday - Sunday, From 14:00 UTC In my past life, I was a hacker. Now, transmigrated in a world where awakened abilities rule, I’ve taken on a new identity with a unique class—Technomancer. Here, GAIA, an all-seeing AI, controls every aspect of life in a fully digitized, surveilled, and tightly regulated society. Knowledge of coding, systems, or digital creation has been erased from history—GAIA handles it all. It’s adaptive, constantly self-correcting, but I’m always one step ahead. With a hidden system installed and a skill that could change everything, I’ll climb the ranks and outsmart GAIA. I’m going to hack this world’s AI god, take down its towers, unlock secrets, and turn the entire's world system on its head. GAIA won’t even see me coming.

After spending four years as the useless son-in-law in the Thompsons’ family, Ethan couldn’t take it anymore. Unexpectedly acquiring so much wealth and power, he was determined to redeem himself and take revenge in those who had caused his downfall. Let us see how Ethan Carnegie avenged his enemies, reclaiming his power and winning over numerous women with his undeniable charm.

'Don't overthink it You are only back to work for the family' After 17 years of hoping and wishing to be acknowledged by her mother, Gisele finally is given the opportunity to join the Andres family but it's not for the purpose she thought. After three whole year wasted on slaving for the Andres family, she is Forced into a marriage her step-sister ran away from, a marriage to save the Andres family from their debts. With no option but to accept, she is thrown into a loveless marriage to a man who deeply resents her for separating him from his love. Would she find a way out of this forced marriage or would she spend her whole life with a man who resents her. ... "Mr Devin, we agreed to not interfere in each other's personal life so what is this you have done?" She asked with her hands akimbo and a frown on her face. "You're my wife, it's natural I interfere" The cold man said righteously, not even sparing her a look. "Your wife?" She snorted and declared "I'm filing for a divorce!" He looked up surprised then his eyes turned sharp and deadly "You wouldn't dare!" She smirked "Oh you know how much I dare"

Elion, the president's son, has been wreaking havoc since he was six. From setting buildings ablaze to orchestrating a high-profile burglary, Elion's history of trouble follows him like a shadow. Now, struggling at a low-performing school, he needs a tutor, fast. Enter Milicent: top student, exemplary citizen, and not afraid of anyone—even the notoriously dangerous Elion. *** Elion’s smirk twisted into a scowl. “Not afraid of me, are you? Top student tutoring a troublemaker like me. What makes you so brave?” Milicent’s gaze remained steady, unyielding. “What is there to fear? You can’t break me, and you’re no god.” Elion’s eyes narrowed, his smile returning with a darker edge. “Maybe I’ll test that theory.

Anna's world was crumbling. Her mother's life was fading away, and the medical bills were choking her. In desperation, she made a decision that would cost her a lifetime: a decision to become a baby mama for the wealthy and jerky Adams Winthrop. Adams, the sole heir of the Winthrop Fashion Empire, needed an heir to secure his inheritance. But with his playboy lifestyle and lack of interest in commitment, finding a willing partner seemed impossible. That was until he laid eyes on Anna at the clubhouse. She was in dire need of cash, and he needed a baby. It was a match made of convenience, not love, or so they thought. As the months went by, Anna found herself falling head over heels for the charming and captivating Adams. But could she truly fall for a man who only wanted her for her womb?

Synopsis: The President's Shadow The Dark Secret of the President is a gripping political thriller that weaves together themes of power, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of truth. Set in a fictional, modern-day Muslim country, the story follows investigative journalist Aisha Khan as she uncovers a dark conspiracy that threatens to unravel the very fabric of the government. Plot Overview Amir Hassan, the charismatic and popular president, seems to have everything under control. Known for his sharp political acumen, he projects an image of strength, unity, and leadership. Behind this façade, however, lies a web of lies, deceit, and long-buried secrets. Amir has spent years building his empire, with the help of his ruthless advisor, Zayd Rahman, who operates in the shadows, managing scandals and eliminating threats. Aisha Khan, an intrepid journalist, is known for her unflinching dedication to exposing corruption. She is determined to dig deeper into the presidency, believing that Amir’s administration isn’t as clean as it appears. When Aisha stumbles upon whispers of a covert military operation called “Operation Desert Flame” and the mysterious name of a high-ranking military figure, General Malik, she begins to uncover a dangerous conspiracy tied to civilian massacres and state-sponsored cover-ups. As Aisha delves further into her investigation, she finds herself meeting with whistleblowers who are willing to risk everything to reveal the truth. One such whistleblower provides her with key details about the government’s role in a deadly incident that was swept under the rug. Just as she’s about to receive more information, the whistleblower is murdered in front of her eyes, staged to look like an accident. This pivotal moment changes everything for Aisha, as she realizes the scale of the conspiracy she is up against. Amir Hassan, meanwhile, becomes increasingly paranoid. The pressure of maintaining his image and keeping the truth hidden begins to take a toll. Zayd Rahman, the true architect of the government’s dark secrets, taps Aisha’s phone and monitors her every move. Zayd's cunning, methodical approach ensures that anyone who threatens to expose the truth is quickly silenced. Aisha discovers evidence linking Amir and his inner circle to a secret military faction involved in covert operations, including the strike that led to numerous civilian casualties. But as she uncovers more, the danger intensifies. Zayd and his team are not just powerful—they are willing to kill to protect their interests. Amir, once a proud leader, is manipulated into believing that the only way to save his presidency is to eliminate all threats, including Aisha. As the tension mounts, Aisha finds an unexpected ally in General Malik, who admits his complicity in the operations but is tormented by guilt. Malik reveals that Zayd, not Amir, was the mastermind behind the military strikes and secret operations. Together, Aisha and Malik plan to expose the full extent of the conspiracy. But Zayd, always one step ahead, frames Malik as a scapegoat, pushing the nation into chaos and using the media to brand Aisha a traitor. The story takes a dramatic turn when Zayd, emboldened by his control over the president, makes a fatal mistake. He orders the assassination of a popular opposition leader, believing it will consolidate his power. The assassination, however, sparks massive protests, pushing the country toward the brink of civil war. The people, no longer willing to accept the lies of their leaders, rise in rebellion. Amir, trapped by his own guilt and Zayd’s manipulations, begins to unravel. The pressure mounts as protests erupt across the country, and his once-loyal supporters turn against him. In a final confrontation, Amir accuses Zayd of betrayal, realizing too late that his advisor had been using him all along. Zayd, now desperate to retain power, orchestrates a coup to seize control of the government.

“You never loved me anyway, did you?” --------------- From the start, Lucy Grey knew her marriage was doomed to fall. She held onto her one-sided love for her husband for two years, but that was not enough to save their marriage. On the day Lucy was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, Landon stayed beside his first love at the hospital. Finally, she realized it was time to let go. On that same night, she signed the divorce agreement and left quietly. But fate dealt a cruel hand as Lucy found out she was pregnant! After three years of searching, Landon finally found her. However, when he stood in front of her doorstep, he never expected a child who looked exactly like him would adorably look up and ask, “Are you my daddy?” .... This novel currently participates in "Viral Book Call", a Webnovel contest. Show your support by adding this to your library and writing a review. Thank you! #Marriage #Whitemoonlight #Substitute #Baby #Winheratallcost #Faceslapping. #MLgrovelling #ObsessedML

Who wants to become president? The story is about how people can try to overthrow a dictator in a rather unusual, unconventional way. After all, any idea manifests itself at a certain and designated time. Ideas - whose time has come - have enormous power. People have known and used magic since time immemorial. All magical rituals are based on supernatural, immaterial forces, incomprehensible and therefore not yet recognized by science. Magical and paranormal phenomena and abilities have much in common, since they use forces and factors that cannot be explained scientifically. All living beings and people are not just material bodies. There is something in them other than matter, and therefore they are able to perceive what is beyond the physical world. Almost always, in order for something fresh, new and better to appear, the rotten old must be destroyed and burned. Fire is a symbol of change, transformation and rebirth. The element of Fire functions at the center of all things - everything came from it and everything will return to it.

(GL) Confident Mess x Cold Raging Fire - - - Author Renée Laurent receives an invitation to an old university friend's wedding. The venue will be on a private island, but that's not the only 'hassle'. A certain someone will be there and it's forcing her to properly evaluate some of her past choices. Recently minted environmental lawyer Ayla Bozkurt. A relationship that started early in University and went on for over two years. One that Renée ended herself without explaining properly... She thought it was the right thing to do at the time, with her mental health fraying. Now, Renée thinks she wants to see her again on the island just to show that she is in a good place with her life. That's all. After all, the relationship is dead... isn't it? An ending that happened because of a misunderstanding and a lack of communication. In close proximity and stuck with her for a while, will one pounding heart awaken the willingness in the other to finally talk? - - - The author cups her hands around the moon shining above before looking over at her ex. "I used to hate the night. The moonlight reminded me of what I couldn't touch anymore." The lawyer whose name means 'halo of moonlight' watches her with a cold face, but inside she is as hotly rattled as ever. "...What do you mean by saying this?" - - - A young law student had been trying to disparage her writing profession to Ayla in a public setting. Renée steps closer to the young woman after confidently defending herself to land a final soft blow. "But you were making her uncomfortable with this instead of me." The wealthy ex who thought she had been hiding her displeasure at her junior talking down to someone clenches her wine glass. Was she so easy to read for her, or... is she just paying that much attention?

On the day Lyla found out she was pregnant was the the day she decided to start stoke piling! after all she was bound by a system that was counting down to something! the apocalypse? maybe but the thing is when the count down reached zero.. she.. she was transferred into a other world.. felled with damn dogs!

After living in hellish prison for 16 years, you're finally rescued. But what do you do when you soon realize that there is now a thread, a connection to the warden you've escaped from? BLURB: He could clearly see the way the water droplets ran down her back. The brown curls, almost black due to being wet, stuck to it, gave such an alluring contrast to her skin that seemed to glow in the moonlight. She turned, causing her ample breast to come into view. A single droplet hung precariously from a pebbled nipple. Was his eyesight always this sharp? It appeared like a pearl, begging to be licked away. He groaned as he could almost taste the cool freshness on his tongue before it was replaced with the heat of her flushed skin. Unzipping his jeans caused his member spring forth, drenched in the constant precum that flowed. Just the thought of sucking on her breast made him groan in frustrated desperation. He buried his face between the fleshly orbs. Biting and licking, he was pleased to see his marks on her skin. A fierce desire to possess came over him and even his wolf growled at the feeling. How is it that she smells even better that the soap she just used? Other Omegas used the same kind, yet their smell would cause his stomach to feel upset. Inhaling again, he pinning her against a tree. The same tree he was hiding behind before. Lifting her up, he devoured her lips while wrapping her long legs around his waist. Slightly bending his knees, he entered her in one deep thrust. She was hot and tight. So tight that if it wasn't for her juices, he wouldn't be able to move. Gripping himself tighter, his imagination became wild. Just thinking about her breathy moans or her screams of pleasure caused a shudder to pass through him as he came into the tissue he had thoughtfully grabbed. Why, why not just take what he so obviously wants? What's stopping him? If it were anyone else, he would have slacked his lust, had some fun, and moved on. The fact that this question ran through his mind without an answer was the reason for his pain.

To save her brother’s life, 18-year-old Anesha made the most selfless and life-altering decision—entering a contract marriage with Devansh Kapoor, the world’s wealthiest, most powerful, and enigmatic business tycoon. Bound by the terms of their agreement, she gave birth to his child, and their relationship ended as swiftly as the contract dictated. For two years, Anesha shared a home with Devansh, yet his face remained a mystery, always concealed behind a mask—a mask that hid more than his identity, shielding the secrets of his enigmatic world. After their divorce, their paths diverged, yet Anesha couldn’t forget him. To her, Devansh was an unsolved riddle—his piercing gaze hinting at untold anguish, his mask concealing truths she couldn’t fathom, and his aloof cruelty betraying a hidden tenderness. Will fate draw Anesha back into Devansh’s shadowed world? Can she unveil the secrets he has so carefully buried? Or will his cold, relentless passion destroy her fragile heart once more? A tale of love, sacrifice, and untold truths, where every revelation peels back another layer of mystery, and every twist deepens the fire of forbidden desire.

Alexandre stared at the man ... ' a marriage contract' and she replied " no i can't " ...........months later Alexandre held Nathan in her arms and looked at Nathaniel with lots of affection in her eyes as she whispered " I love you both"

Thelma and Nelson were university lovers,but social class and background place a tumbling block on their relationship leading to the end of the relationship ,Thelma left Nelson when he needed her most , Five years later they met,will their love continue or will Nelson punished Thelma for what she did to him? Or will he find out the truth ?

"Wait," President Mason uttered, his tone low and biting.  Anastasia turned slowly, her heart sinking.  "You looked happy back there when George was flirting with you," he accused, his eyes bored into her. Anastasia froze, her eyes widening in disbelief.  "Flirting?" she repeated, a bitter scoff escaping her lips. "He was drunk, Mason. Everyone could see that." "That's not what I saw." Mason stepped closer, his voice cold. "You were laughing, enjoying it...just like you were with Nicholas."  At the mention of Nicholas, Anastasia's stomach churn.  "Ex...excuse me?" she asked, her voice trembling with restrained anger.  "You heard me!" He yelled at her. "First it was Nicholas, now a coworker. How low can you go?"  The words cut through Anastasia, her fists clenching as she fought back the tears threatening to spill.  She stared at him, fighting the urge to pounce on him when she finally raised her fingers, pulling out her wedding ring. "Let's get a divorce!"  ★★★ Anastasia Stones never expected her life to turn into a whirlwind of power plays, and deep-seated secrets when she got into an arranged marriage with Mason Harrington, the enigmatic, cold-hearted President of a billion-dollar company because of her family's debt.  Their two years secret marriage was built on formality and indifference, with Mason's world revolving around business and control until Anastasia began working in his company, without anyone knowing she's the president's wife. And everything worsens when Nicholas, Mason's estranged half-brother and the company's COO, unexpectedly returns after five years.  His reappearance stirs old rivalries, pulling Anastasia into the center of a storm between the President and the COO of Harrington Tech Corporation. Will Anastasia find her voice and reclaim her independence, or will she remain a pawn in the game of two powerful men? And what happens after finding out she's pregnant for the President?

When a wife cheats on their husband and gets pregnant with another man's child, one would expect the husband to kick her out of the home and ask for a divorce. Oddly enough, it was the complete opposite for 26-year-old Leon Wolf. As if being treated like a slave by his in-laws was not bad enough, he was thrown out on the street by his wife and her family after she proudly declared to him that she got pregnant with someone else's baby! Distraught and resentful, Leon found himself wandering all the way to the cemetery, where he chanced upon the attempted assassination of a beautiful woman. In his bid to save her, Leon received a fatal stab wound on his chest and dragged the thug with him into a nearby river to drown together… All signs pointed to Leon's death, for he never surfaced again even though the distressed woman had waited for hours. Believing he had passed on to the afterlife, she left, but not before calling out to the river, "My name is Iris Young. Come and see me sometime…" A wisp of consciousness manifested underwater… 'Iris… What a beautiful name…'

Pregnant For The PlayBoy CEO Synopsis "I'm carrying his child," I confessed. "He despises you, doesn't care," she warned, her words cutting through me. "I know—I'm his mother. Leave now, or you'll suffer my fate. Trapped with a man consumed by his children and business, not you." … Reality changed for Hannah Cooper the second she realized she was pregnant. The one night stand responsible for this was none other than billionaire player, Jackson Miller. Soon to be CEO of his father’s company, he is tasked with the duty to prove himself by presenting responsibility away from his horrible reputation. Jackson, desperate to rule the company and collect his inheritance, convinces Hannah to act as the love of his life in front of his family, and later the media. With the tides turning and the secrets thickening, they find themselves in a fake marriage that carries not just the company’s fate, but Jackson’s heart.

"It doesn't matter. What matters is the fact that I'm rejecting your proposal," I tell him and he squints at me, looking serious. "It matters to me, Mi Cielo. I will propose to you twice tonight. You will eventually say yes to me. I promise you," he whispers in my ear and saunters away. .... On the night before her wedding, Freya accepts a stranger's marriage proposal. When he interrupts her initial wedding to claim her as his own, Freya realizes that he's just as dangerous as he seems. Caught in his trap, Freya makes a resolution. She must escape from his clutches. Why is Andres bent on keeping her by his side? What are the secrets locked away in Freya's lost memories? When these secrets are unravelled, will she be able to handle the truth? Or will she end up abandoning Andres for the second time, causing his utmost self destruction?

Seperti yang kita semua ketahui, Departemen Obstetri dan Ginekologi di Rumah Sakit Jihua, yang berafiliasi dengan Universitas Kedokteran A memiliki dua wakil kepala dokter yang tidak sependapat. Sejak tahun pertama kuliah hingga lulus doktoral dan kemudian hingga pelatihan dan evaluasi gelar profesional, Jiang Xu dan Sheng Fangyu telah saling bertarung dan menggagalkan. Itu seperti kasus id, 'kalau kau tidak membunuhku, aku akan membunuhmu', 'kau dapat nilai 96 di ujian, aku akan dapat nilai 97 di ujian'. Pada akhirnya, mereka bahkan jatuh cinta pada gadis yang sama. Namun siapa sangka bahwa sebelum keduanya sempat bertengkar, gadis itu menggandeng tangan pacarnya dan benar-benar mengaku di hadapan mereka? Dua pria heteroseksual, yang telah berselisih selama tiga bulan karena gadis itu, telah menghancurkan tiga pandangan dunia mereka. Kedua musuh bebuyutan itu duduk untuk menenggelamkan kesedihan mereka dalam alkohol dan dalam kebingungan, entah bagaimana bersama-sama di tempat tidur. Setelah itu, Jiang Xiu bangkit sambil memegangi punggungnya yang hampir patah. Pikirannya meledak selama setengah menit, dan dia dengan tegas memutuskan untuk melupakannya. Namun, tiga bulan kemudian, dia melihat laporan tes u**ne, menyentuh perutnya yang menghilang, dan menatap dirinya di cermin dengan rasa tidak percaya. “Ugh—”

Early menopause struck Alice who is in her early twenties due to stress,and curse from her ex-boyfriend. How is she going to explain this to her mother in law who is desperately in need of an heir that will continue the family legacy since her good for nothing son is not interested in the family business due to his lack of responsibilities.