My WONDERFUL SON-IN-LAW

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 announcement."

The room immediately quieted.

Everyone listened carefully.

"The mysterious investor has invited our family to attend an exclusive business gala next Saturday."

Gasps echoed around the room.

"A business gala?"

"The Royal Sapphire Gala?"

"Only elite families attend that event."

Excitement spread instantly.

The Royal Sapphire Gala was famous throughout Seoul.

Billionaires.

Corporate executives.

Celebrities.

Politicians.

Only the most influential people received invitations.

Attending such an event could create countless business opportunities.

Grandpa Park smiled.

"This invitation is proof that the investor values our family."

Kevin's chest swelled with pride.

"We're finally getting the recognition we deserve."

Mrs. Park nodded excitedly.

Everyone began discussing outfits, jewelry, and potential business partners.

Then Grandpa Park looked at Ethan.

The room became quiet.

"You won't be attending."

Ethan blinked.

"Why not?"

The old man frowned.

"This event is for important people."

The room burst into laughter.

Kevin nearly choked on his drink.

Mrs. Park covered her smile.

Even some distant relatives laughed openly.

Ethan looked thoughtful.

"So important people only?"

"Exactly."

"Then I understand."

The family laughed even harder.

Sophia lowered her head.

For some reason, hearing them exclude Ethan made her uncomfortable.

After dinner, she found him sitting alone in the garden.

Moonlight illuminated the flowers around him.

"You don't seem upset."

Ethan looked up.

"About what?"

"The gala."

He smiled.

"Should I be?"

Sophia sat beside him.

"It's unfair."

Ethan looked genuinely surprised.

"You're defending me?"

"I'm just saying it's unfair."

A warm feeling spread through Ethan's chest.

Three years.

For three years, Sophia had remained distant.

Now she was finally beginning to see things differently.

"Don't worry," he said.

"I'm sure I'll survive."

Sophia shook her head.

"Sometimes I don't understand you."

"That's normal."

"Why?"

"Because I don't understand myself half the time."

She laughed despite herself.

For a brief moment, they simply sat together.

It was peaceful.

Unfortunately, the peace didn't last.

The day of the gala arrived.

The Park family spent hours preparing.

Expensive suits.

Luxury dresses.

Diamond jewelry.

Everyone wanted to make a good impression.

Meanwhile, Ethan sat in the living room wearing his usual casual clothes.

Kevin laughed.

"You look ready to stay home."

Ethan nodded.

"I am."

The family left shortly afterward.

The mansion became quiet.

The moment the cars disappeared, Ethan's phone rang.

"Young Master."

Victor sounded excited.

"Everything is ready."

"Good."

"The guests have started arriving."

Ethan stood up.

"What about the Park family?"

"They're already there."

A small smile appeared on Ethan's face.

"Perfect."

One hour later, the Royal Sapphire Hotel was buzzing with activity.

The Park family walked proudly through the grand entrance.

Kevin couldn't stop smiling.

"This place is incredible."

Crystal chandeliers illuminated the ballroom.

Luxury cars filled the parking lot.

Powerful people filled every corner.

Grandpa Park looked delighted.

"This is our chance."

The family eagerly entered.

Then something strange happened.

The hotel manager suddenly appeared.

His eyes widened when he spotted them.

"Welcome."

Grandpa Park smiled proudly.

"Thank you."

The manager looked around.

"Has the VIP arrived?"

The family exchanged confused glances.

"VIP?"

The manager frowned.

"The special guest."

Nobody understood.

Then another manager appeared.

And another.

Soon several senior staff members gathered near the entrance.

They all seemed nervous.

Almost as if they were waiting for someone extremely important.

Kevin laughed.

"Must be a billionaire."

The managers ignored him completely.

Suddenly, the ballroom doors opened.

The entire room became silent.

Hundreds of guests turned toward the entrance.

The managers immediately straightened their backs.

The Park family turned around as well.

Then they froze.

Walking through the entrance was Ethan Reed.

Except he looked completely different.

He wore a perfectly tailored black suit.

His posture was confident.

His expression calm.

Every step carried authority.

The foolish son-in-law was nowhere to be seen.

The managers immediately bowed.

"Welcome, sir."

The ballroom erupted into whispers.

Grandpa Park's eyes widened.

Kevin nearly dropped his drink.

Sophia stared in complete shock.

And before anyone could react—

The hotel's chairman personally rushed forward to greet Ethan.

"Everyone has been waiting for your arrival, Mr. Reed."

The entire Park family froze.

Something was terribly wrong.

And for the first time, they realized there might be much more to Ethan than they had ever imagined.