Der maskierte Mogul

• Small Potato
• Urban

• Ep. 1
  Henry Lynch, a seemingly ordinary middle-aged man working a lowly job, is often underestimated by those around him. In a casual conversation, his friend mocks him for reading financial news, questioning if he even understands it. Henry casually mentions that his son is the chairman of a major corporation, but his friend dismisses it as a joke. Meanwhile, a group of powerful business leaders unexpectedly shows up at a construction site, causing confusion among the workers. Henry remains unfazed, hinting at a deeper secret. Later, a young and wealthy CEO, Xu An Yi, approaches Henry, revealing her impressive credentials and expressing her interest in him. However, Henry, unimpressed, questions her intentions, leading to a humorous and awkward exchange. The scene ends with Henry maintaining his mysterious demeanor, leaving everyone around him puzzled.
• Ep. 2
  Henry Lynch, a middle-aged widower working a humble job, finds himself in an awkward situation when a beautiful CEO becomes infatuated with him. Despite her advances, Henry remains indifferent, which only intrigues her more. She offers him a position as her driver and even proposes to help his son find a job, but Henry dismisses her offers, insisting he’s not interested in her or her wealth. The CEO, undeterred, continues to pursue him, even mocking his lowly status, but Henry stands his ground, unbothered by her provocations. Meanwhile, bystanders criticize Henry, calling him a poor laborer unworthy of being in the same space as the CEO. Despite the insults, Henry remains composed, refusing to engage in their petty judgments. The scene ends with the CEO’s persistence and Henry’s quiet defiance, hinting at the deeper mystery surrounding his true identity.
• Ep. 3
  Henry Lynch, a seemingly ordinary middle-aged man, finds himself in a tense confrontation at a construction site. A bully, who claims to be a manager at Xu Corporation, humiliates Henry, demanding he kneel and clean the floor. The man threatens to have Henry fired and mocks him for his lowly job. Just as the situation escalates, a woman steps in, revealing herself as Henry’s girlfriend. She challenges the bully, who arrogantly boasts about his connections within Xu Corporation and the police. The tension peaks when the woman reveals her true identity—she is the CEO of Xu Corporation. The bully is stunned, immediately apologizing and begging for mercy. She fires him on the spot and warns him of further consequences if he doesn’t leave. The once-arrogant man flees in fear, while Henry remains calm, his secret identity still hidden. The scene ends with the woman playfully suggesting they spend time together, leaving Henry’s mysterious background even more intriguing.
• Ep. 4
  Henry Lynch, a middle-aged widower, finds himself in an unexpected situation when a beautiful CEO, Xu An Yi, boldly declares her interest in him. Confused, Henry questions why she would be interested in someone like him. Xu An Yi, undeterred, gives him two choices: become her boyfriend or face consequences. She playfully threatens to use her influence to make his life difficult if he refuses, but assures him she won’t harm him if he complies. Henry, though hesitant, reluctantly agrees to her terms, becoming her "boyfriend." Meanwhile, Henry’s son tries to set him up with potential romantic partners, suggesting he find a companion after years of being alone. Henry brushes off the idea, focusing instead on navigating his new, peculiar relationship with Xu An Yi. As the tension between them grows, Henry begins to suspect that Xu An Yi might have ulterior motives, but he remains calm, keeping his own secrets close. The dynamic between them becomes a game of wit and strategy, with both characters hiding more than they reveal.
• Ep. 5
  Henry Lynch, a seemingly ordinary man, is confronted by his son, who tries to persuade him to enjoy life more. The son offers extravagant gifts, including a luxury RV and a lakeside villa, even suggesting Henry could marry one of the ten beautiful caretakers provided. Henry, however, remains unimpressed, revealing his deep emotional attachment to his late wife, who passed away sixteen years ago. The conversation shifts to Henry’s promise to care for his late wife’s family, the Zhous, despite their ungrateful behavior. The son reluctantly agrees to attend the Zhou family matriarch’s 70th birthday banquet, though he suspects they only invited him because of his position as a director of Yunxiao Group. Meanwhile, a mysterious figure, Li Qingshan, catches the attention of a powerful female CEO, who finds his enigmatic past intriguing, hinting at a deeper connection between them.

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