All Chapters of My WONDERFUL SON-IN-LAW : Chapter 1
- Chapter 10
18 chapters
watching from behind
....The Park family villa was filled with laughter.Unfortunately, all of it was directed at Ethan Reed."Look at him!" Mrs. Park said while pointing at Ethan, who was carrying a stack of shopping bags. "A grown man who can't even afford his own socks."The dining room erupted with laughter.Ethan simply smiled."Mother, you're right. Maybe I should ask for a salary from the family," he joked.His brother-in-law, Kevin Park, nearly spilled his drink."A salary? For doing what? Breathing our air?"More laughter followed.Ethan scratched his head and gave a foolish grin."That's a fair point."To everyone in the room, Ethan looked like a harmless idiot.He wore cheap clothes, drove an old car, and spent most of his time doing errands for the family.For three years, he had endured their mockery.Three years of insults.Three years of humiliation.Three years of pretending.Only one person remained silent.His wife, Sophia Park.She sat quietly at the table, staring at her food.Unlike
The Birthday Banquet
The next morning, Ethan Reed woke up before sunrise.As promised, he stood outside washing Kevin Park's luxury car.A few neighbors passing by shook their heads."What a pitiful man.""I heard he's been living with his wife's family for years.""He doesn't even have a proper job."Ethan heard every word.He simply smiled and continued washing the car.An hour later, Kevin walked outside wearing an expensive suit.He inspected the vehicle and nodded."Not bad."Ethan bowed dramatically."Thank you for your approval, Young Master Kevin."Kevin laughed."At least you know your place."Just then, Sophia stepped outside.She was dressed in an elegant navy-blue gown that made her look stunning.Even Ethan couldn't help staring for a moment.Sophia noticed."What?"Ethan grinned."You look beautiful."A faint blush appeared on her cheeks.Before she could reply, Mrs. Park's voice interrupted."Stop flirting and get ready. We don't have all day."The family soon left for the birthday banquet.
The Mysterious Investor
The banquet hall remained silent.Everyone was still staring at Ethan Reed.A few moments ago, he had been the family's biggest joke.Now, he was standing beside a gift worth two million dollars.The change was so sudden that nobody knew how to react.Professor Kang carefully placed the chess piece back into its box."You must protect this treasure," he said seriously."It is priceless."Grandpa Park immediately hugged the wooden box.His previous anger disappeared completely."Excellent gift. Excellent!"For the first time in three years, Ethan received praise from his grandfather-in-law.Kevin's face turned green.This was supposed to be his moment.His expensive antique watch had instantly become worthless compared to Ethan's gift.Mrs. Park forced an awkward smile."Perhaps Ethan got lucky.""That's right," Kevin quickly agreed."He probably found it at a flea market."The family immediately relaxed.That explanation made them feel better.After all, it was easier to believe Ethan
The Impossible Contract
The Park family mansion was unusually lively.Ever since Grandpa Park announced the arrival of the mysterious investor, everyone had been dreaming about becoming richer.At breakfast, Kevin couldn't stop talking."When the investment deal is signed, our company will become one of the biggest in Seoul."Mrs. Park nodded excitedly."We'll finally enter the luxury market."Even Grandpa Park seemed happier than usual.Only Ethan remained focused on his meal."Pass the bread, please."Nobody listened.Sophia quietly handed it to him."Thanks."She nodded.Over the last few days, she had started paying more attention to her husband.The strange events at the banquet still lingered in her mind.Something about Ethan didn't add up.Yet every time she tried to figure him out, he acted exactly like the same foolish son-in-law she had always known.After breakfast, Grandpa Park stood."I have important news."Everyone immediately became serious."The mysterious investor has given us our first te
The VIP Nobody Expected
The successful StarTech contract became the biggest topic in the Park family.For an entire week, everyone celebrated.The company's stock value increased.New clients appeared.Investors suddenly became interested in working with them.The Park family believed they were finally entering a golden age.Naturally, Kevin took all the credit."I told you I would handle it," he said proudly during a family dinner.Mrs. Park smiled."My son is a genius."Grandpa Park nodded approvingly."You've done well."Kevin looked around proudly before his eyes landed on Ethan."Unlike some people."The table erupted in laughter.Ethan continued eating."Pass the soup, please."Sophia silently handed him the bowl.Recently, she had stopped laughing whenever her family mocked him.She wasn't sure why.Maybe it was because Ethan never seemed bothered.Or maybe it was because strange things kept happening around him.Before she could think further, Grandpa Park suddenly cleared his throat."I have another
The First Crack
The ballroom was silent.Every eye was fixed on Ethan Reed.The same Ethan who was mocked daily by the Park family.The same Ethan who washed Kevin's car.The same Ethan who was forbidden from attending the gala.Yet now, the chairman of the Royal Sapphire Hotel was personally welcoming him.Grandpa Park felt his heart skip a beat.Kevin's mouth hung open.Mrs. Park looked as though she had seen a ghost.Sophia simply stared.For the first time, she couldn't recognize the man standing before her.The confident figure walking through the ballroom looked nothing like the foolish husband she knew."Ethan..." she whispered.Meanwhile, Ethan remained calm.He shook hands with the hotel chairman."Thank you for hosting tonight.""It is our honor, Mr. Reed."The chairman bowed respectfully.The surrounding guests gasped.A respected businessman would never treat an ordinary person this way.Who exactly was Ethan Reed?Kevin quickly recovered."There must be a misunderstanding."Mrs. Park nod
The Investigation
The morning after the gala, the Park family gathered in Grandpa Park's office.Nobody looked happy.For years, they had viewed Ethan Reed as a joke.Now they were being forced to question everything they thought they knew about him.Grandpa Park sat behind his desk.His expression was serious."Did you find anything?"Kevin shook his head."No.""What do you mean, no?""I hired a private investigator."The room became quiet.Kevin continued,"He checked Ethan's records, his education, his bank accounts, everything.""And?"Kevin frowned."Nothing."Mrs. Park looked confused."Nothing at all?""Nothing unusual."The report showed exactly what they already knew.Ethan came from an ordinary family.He had no criminal record.No major assets.No famous connections.No evidence of hidden wealth.Everything appeared normal.Too normal.Grandpa Park narrowed his eyes."The hotel chairman treated him like royalty.""Exactly.""And Chairman Han knew him.""Yes.""Then how is there no informati
The Bid That Shocked Everyone
The Park family headquarters was busier than ever.Stacks of documents covered every desk.Employees rushed through hallways carrying reports and financial projections.Everyone was focused on one thing—The Riverside Development Project.If the Park Group won the bid, their company would enter an entirely new level of success.Grandpa Park personally oversaw the preparations."We cannot make any mistakes."The executives nodded.Kevin stood proudly at the front of the conference room."I've prepared the perfect proposal."Grandpa Park smiled."Excellent."For the next few hours, the family discussed numbers, strategies, and presentations.Meanwhile, Ethan sat quietly in the back corner.Nobody had invited him.Nobody asked for his opinion.Yet he listened to everything.Eventually, Kevin noticed him."What are you doing here?"Ethan blinked."Listening.""Why?""It's free."The room burst into laughter.Kevin shook his head."This is a business meeting.""I know.""You wouldn't under
The Dinner Invitation
The Park family mansion was unusually quiet.Nobody could stop thinking about the mysterious investor's request.Out of everyone in the family, why had the investor chosen Ethan Reed?It made no sense.At breakfast, the atmosphere was tense.Kevin slammed his cup onto the table."I still think there's a mistake."Grandpa Park frowned."The invitation specifically named Ethan."Mrs. Park crossed her arms."Maybe the investor wants a servant."The family laughed.Only Sophia didn't.She glanced at Ethan, who was calmly eating toast."Doesn't this bother you?" she asked.Ethan swallowed his food."What does?""Everyone talking about you."He shrugged."I'm used to it."Sophia didn't know what to say.For some reason, his answer made her feel guilty.A few hours later, Grandpa Park called Ethan into his office.The old man sat behind a large desk.For once, there was no mockery in his eyes.Only curiosity."Ethan.""Yes, Grandpa?""You will attend the dinner tonight."Ethan nodded."Okay.
Greed Reveals Its Face
The next few days were the happiest the Park family had experienced in years.The Riverside Development Project was moving forward smoothly.New investors were approaching the company.Business magazines were starting to mention the Park Group.Everyone believed they were on their way to becoming one of Seoul's most powerful families.Everyone except Ethan.He sat quietly in the garden one morning, drinking coffee and watching birds fly across the sky.His phone vibrated.A message from Victor appeared.The Park family has started transferring company assets.Ethan's smile faded.As expected.Three years.He had spent three years observing them.And now they were finally revealing their true nature.Inside the mansion, Grandpa Park was holding a secret meeting.Only trusted family members were present.Kevin sat at the table with an excited grin."The investor's money is guaranteed."Grandpa Park nodded."Exactly."Mrs. Park smiled."Which means now is the perfect time."Sophia frowne