The Son-in-Law's Rise to Supremacy
For three years, Ethan Carter has lived as the live-in son-in-law of the Lawson family, treated like a servant rather than a husband. He cooks, cleans, repairs broken appliances, and endures constant humiliation from his in-laws — to them, he is nothing more than a poor, useless man who can never give Sophia Lawson the life she deserves.
As Sophia grows distant and Kyle, a wealthy and arrogant businessman, begins pursuing her openly, Ethan's marriage slowly falls apart. Yet instead of fighting back with anger, Ethan quietly works to rebuild his life. A chance encounter with a powerful businessman opens unexpected doors, allowing him to prove his intelligence, integrity, and determination, one step at a time.
While everyone sees only a powerless son-in-law, mysterious figures begin investigating Ethan's past. Hidden clues suggest that his childhood was built on lies, and that someone has spent years protecting him from the shadows. At the center of the mystery lies a single message:
"Tell my son to meet me at the top."
As Ethan rises through the world of business, powerful enemies emerge, old secrets come to light, and a hidden family legacy threatens to change everything. But before he can claim his destiny, he must overcome betrayal, conspiracy, and the painful scars of his past.
Will the man everyone called useless become the leader of one of the world's most powerful families? Or will the enemies waiting in the shadows destroy him before he reaches the top?
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Chapter: Chapter 8: The Billionaire's Broken CarThe next morning, Ethan woke up before sunrise.The house was quiet.He slipped out of bed, washed his face, and headed downstairs.As usual, he prepared breakfast before anyone else woke up.But this morning felt different.For some reason, Ethan couldn't stop thinking about the previous day.The humiliation.Kyle's words.The way everyone laughed at him.He had tried not to let it bother him, but deep down, it had.Still, he refused to complain.He had promised himself that he would become a better man, not a bitter one.After breakfast, Ethan stepped outside to clean the cars.He had just finished washing Mr. Lawson's sedan when he heard a familiar voice behind him."Ethan."He turned.Sophia was standing near the entrance.She wore a simple white blouse and black trousers, with her handbag hanging from one shoulder."Good morning," Ethan said."Good morning."She looked at the car."You're washing cars again?"Ethan smiled."Someone has to."Sophia sighed."You don't have to do ev
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Chapter: Chapter 7 - A Slap to His PrideMorning arrived with a gentle breeze sweeping across the Lawson mansion. Ethan was already in the kitchen before anyone else woke up. He quietly prepared breakfast, just as he had done every day since his wedding.As he poured coffee into Mr. Lawson's cup, he heard footsteps behind him. Sophia entered the kitchen. She looked as though she hadn't slept well. Dark circles rested beneath her eyes."Good morning," Ethan said with a warm smile."Good morning." She hesitated before speaking again. "You woke up early again?"Ethan chuckled. "I've gotten used to it."Sophia looked at the breakfast on the table. "You do this every day.""It isn't difficult."She wanted to say something more, but Mrs. Lawson walked into the dining room. "Ethan.""Yes, Mother?""Our relatives will arrive before noon. I want everything perfect.""I understand.""And don't forget to polish the silverware.""I'll do it now." Without another word, Ethan returned to work.By eleven o'clock, the mansion was spotless.
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Chapter: Chapter 6: Public HumiliationThe next morning, the Lawson mansion was unusually busy. Servants moved from room to room, dusting furniture and arranging flowers. Mrs. Lawson personally inspected every corner of the house, making sure everything looked perfect.Ethan had already finished sweeping the front yard when she called him. "Ethan!"He hurried inside. "Yes, Mother?""Kyle's dinner party is tonight. We've already accepted his invitation." She handed him a long list. "Go to the supermarket and buy everything on this list before noon."Ethan looked over it. There were fruits, snacks, flowers, and several expensive bottles of juice. "I'll leave right away."Mrs. Lawson nodded. "And don't be late."An hour later, Ethan returned with several shopping bags hanging from both hands. As he entered the mansion, he saw Sophia standing near the staircase. She walked over and took one of the bags from him. "I'll help."Ethan smiled. "You don't have to.""I know. But they're heavy."Before Ethan could thank her, Mrs. Laws
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Chapter: Chapter 5 - Kyle ReturnThe weekend passed quietly. On Monday morning, Ethan woke up before the alarm, just as he always did. He washed his face, tied an apron around his waist, and headed downstairs. The mansion was still dark, and the silence gave him a few peaceful moments before another busy day began.He prepared breakfast carefully. Fresh toast. Scrambled eggs. Black coffee for Mr. Lawson. Warm lemon tea for Mrs. Lawson. Orange juice for Sophia. When everything was ready, Ethan placed the dishes on the dining table.A few minutes later, Mr. Lawson came downstairs. He glanced at the table and nodded. "The coffee smells good.""Thank you, Father."Mrs. Lawson entered next. She looked at the breakfast before saying coldly, "The flowers in the dining room have started to wilt. Replace them after breakfast.""I will."Sophia quietly took her seat. She looked tired. Ethan noticed the dark circles beneath her eyes. "You didn't sleep well?"She forced a small smile. "I stayed up late reading."Ethan poured her
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Chapter: Chapter 4 - A Broken PromiseThree weeks passed in the blink of an eye. Life inside the Lawson mansion settled into a routine. Every morning before sunrise, Ethan was already awake. He swept the front yard, prepared breakfast, watered the flowers, and checked if anything in the house needed repairing.The servants had begun relying on him. Whenever a light stopped working, they called Ethan. Whenever a pipe leaked, they called Ethan. Even when furniture became loose, Ethan quietly fixed it without expecting thanks. He never complained. To him, the Lawson mansion was his home now. If something was broken, he believed it was his responsibility to fix it.One Saturday morning, Ethan was trimming the hedges in the garden when he heard Mrs. Lawson's voice. "Ethan!"He immediately put down the gardening scissors. "Yes, Mother?"She walked toward him with her usual serious expression. "The chandelier in the dining room is dusty. Clean it.""I'll do it right away.""And after that, mop the second floor.""Alright."Witho
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Chapter: Chapter 3 - The Family ServantThe days after the wedding passed quietly. Every morning, Ethan was the first person to wake up in the Lawson mansion. Before the sun rose, he was already downstairs, tying an apron around his waist and preparing breakfast.He had learned everyone's preferences within a week. Mr. Lawson liked black coffee without sugar. Mrs. Lawson preferred warm lemon tea before eating. Sophia liked toasted bread with scrambled eggs and a glass of fresh orange juice. No one had asked Ethan to remember these things — he simply paid attention. To him, caring for his family was part of being a husband.As the aroma of breakfast filled the kitchen, Ethan carefully placed the dishes on the dining table. A moment later, Mrs. Lawson walked in. She glanced at the table before looking at Ethan. "The toast is a little darker than yesterday.""I'm sorry," Ethan replied immediately. "I'll make another batch.""Hurry."Without arguing, Ethan returned to the kitchen. Sophia entered a few minutes later. She noticed
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