Surprise Announcement

Kim Dong-hyun sat in his father’s study, his face dark with anger.

“You always compare me with others, Father! I’m tired of this,” he said sharply.

His father glared back.

“And I’m tired of your arrogance. You think you can run this family business without discipline?”

The argument ended with silence, but Dong-hyun left the room upset. He found his secretary and best friend, Chuang, waiting for him outside.

“Hyun, what happened?” Chuang asked gently.

Dong-hyun sighed and rubbed his forehead.

“My father… my family… everything feels like a burden. I’m sick of these endless blind dates and lectures.”

Chuang, who had grown up in Dong-hyun’s household because his family worked for the Kims, tried to lighten the mood.

“Hyun, let’s not talk about that. I have something else for you. Do you remember the Masai Tea project? There’s new development in Japan.”

Dong-hyun looked at him.

“Japan?”

“Yes. We can fly there tomorrow if you want. I’ll arrange a private jet.”

After a long pause, Dong-hyun nodded.

“Fine. Arrange it. At least that will keep me busy.”

Two days later, across the city, Lee Na-ra sat at the dinner table with her family. Her father cleared his throat.

“We’ve been invited to the baby shower of Mr. Kim’s eldest daughter,” he announced.

Na-ra raised an eyebrow.

“Dong-hyun has an elder sister?”

“Yes,” her father replied. Her younger sister, Eujin, clapped her hands with excitement.

“Perfect! I’ll get to see Dong-hyun there!”

Na-ra shook her head.

“I’m not interested in this.”

Her father’s voice turned stern.

“You’re coming, Na-ra. No arguments.”

The day of the baby shower came. Unlike most parties, this one was private—only close friends and family were invited.

Joon-ki leaned toward Eujin. “Strange. They must value us a lot to call us.”

At the entrance, the Kim family warmly welcomed the Lees.

Dong-hyun’s father smiled at Eujin. “You’re very beautiful.”

Eujin’s cheeks turned pink with pride. Then he spoke to Joon-ki, complimenting him as well. But soon his tone shifted.

“And where is Na-ra, my future daughter-in-law?”

Eujin’s smile faded instantly.

Just then, Na-ra entered the hall, dressed elegantly. Heads turned. The crowd whispered in admiration.

Eujin, her jealousy burning, whispered to Joon-ki, “Do you think she looks more beautiful than me?”

Without thinking, Joon-ki answered, “Yes.”

Eujin gasped. “What?”

He quickly tried to fix it, but the damage was done.

Kim’s father walked to Na-ra with warmth. “Call me Uncle.”

Na-ra bowed slightly but said coolly, “I’m comfortable with calling you Mr. Kim.”

Her father scolded, “Na-ra!”

But Mr. Kim chuckled. “It’s fine. She can call me whatever she wants. Comfort matters more.”

Later, Dong-hyun appeared. Eujin rushed forward, smiling. “You’re so handsome.”

Joon-ki leaned in to whisper, “Don’t flirt with him. He’s your sister’s fiancé.”

Eujin shot him a glare sharp enough to cut glass.

Meanwhile, Na-ra and Dong-hyun found themselves face to face.

She spoke first, sharp as ever. “Are you working on the Masai Tea project?”

Dong-hyun raised a brow. “Yes. And what’s it to you?”

“I’m working on it too. So don’t dream too much. That project belongs to Lee Group.”

He smirked. “Wrong. Masai Tea will come to Korea through Kim Group. Remember that.”

Na-ra’s eyes flashed.

Before she could respond, she added coldly, “And don’t accept any blind dates arranged by our families. I won’t show up.”

Dong-hyun chuckled dryly. “Don’t worry. I won’t. I’m not interested. But at least you should’ve had the manners to inform me you weren’t coming last time.”

Her pride stung. He walked away, leaving Na-ra fuming. “Idiot,” she muttered.

On the balcony, Eujin spotted Dong-hyun standing alone. She seized the chance.

“You look lonely,” she said softly. Then, with a sly smile, she began insulting her sister. “Na-ra isn’t as perfect as people think—”

Dong-hyun turned sharply. “Stop. Never speak ill of someone behind their back. And she’s your sister. Have some respect.”

Eujin froze, her plan collapsing in an instant.

Inside, the baby shower began in full swing. Dong-hyun greeted his pregnant sister with affection.

“Where’s brother-in-law?” he asked.

“He had an important meeting,” she explained. “He’ll come soon.”

Dong-hyun frowned. “He spoils you too much. He should be here.”

“Don’t say that,” she said firmly.

After the celebrations, both families gathered in the main hall. Something important was about to be announced.

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