Masked Magnate: The Dominant Son-in-Law

• Small Potato
• Urban

• Ep. 1
  Chris Bell, the new CEO of Apex Group's Olgow branch, faces rejection from his family at his father-in-law's birthday party. His wife and he are labeled as useless, and a suitor tries to take her away. Meanwhile, Chris's biological father announces his appointment as the president of the Jiangcheng district, tasking him with handling personnel arrangements. As Chris prepares to leave for Jiangcheng, his family gathers to celebrate his father-in-law's birthday, where they belittle Chris's achievements and dismiss his presence. The family's disdain for Chris is palpable, setting the stage for a tumultuous journey ahead.
• Ep. 2
  Chris Bell prepares to host a grand banquet at the Shengshi Five-Star Hotel. However, he decides to postpone it and visit his father-in-law first. At home, Chris's family awaits his father-in-law's return, but they mock him, calling him a useless live-in son-in-law. They joke that his father-in-law might be taking a slow train, implying that Chris is poor and can't afford a better one. The family's disdain for Chris is palpable, and he faces rejection alongside his wife. Meanwhile, his daughter excitedly awaits her grandfather's return, shouting "Dad is back!" The scene is filled with tension and mockery, setting the stage for Chris's challenges as he navigates his complicated family dynamics.
• Ep. 3
  At the birthday party, Chris's father-in-law is greeted by his children and their spouses. Chris attempts to show respect, wishing his father-in-law good health and fortune. However, he faces ridicule from his relatives, who mock his inability to afford a decent car and imply that he is a freeloader. They criticize him for not being able to take care of his family properly. The atmosphere becomes tense as Chris tries to defend himself, stating that he has returned to take care of his family. Meanwhile, the food is getting cold, and someone suggests they start eating without waiting further. The relatives continue to belittle Chris, comparing him unfavorably to his brothers-in-law who have brought expensive gifts.
• Ep. 4
• Ep. 5
  Chris and his family are at a dinner table. His daughter wants to eat chicken legs, but Chris's father-in-law insists that she can't have any. The conversation escalates into an argument between Chris and his father-in-law, with the older man belittling Chris's contributions to the family and calling him useless. Chris stands up for himself, reminding his father-in-law of all the times he has supported the family financially. The argument ends with Chris being told to leave the house with his wife and daughter. As they prepare to leave, Chris's daughter tries to placate her grandmother by saying she doesn't want to eat chicken legs anymore. The scene ends with Chris's daughter calling out for her mother as they exit the house.

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