Infinite System Inheritor Return From The Abyss

At the airport, Seoyang and her family stepped into Alex's car. She sighed, squeezing John's hand tightly as they settled in.

Alexa, sitting in the front seat, noticed Seoyang's tense expression and smirked. "Looks like someone's nervous."

Seoyang didn't respond immediately, but Alexa chuckled and added, "It's okay, Auntie. He'll understand."

Seoyang sighed again, gripping John's hand even tighter. Meanwhile, Nathan and Elshienne, their son and daughter, sat beside her with serious expressions.

Suddenly, Elshienne spoke up, impatience clear in her voice. "Brother Alex, let's hurry up! I want to see him already!"

John smiled at his daughter and reassured her gently, "Relax, Ji-hye. We'll be there soon."

"Ehh, but I wanna meet Brother Seojun!" their five-year-old daughter pouted, puffing her cheeks in frustration.

Alex laughed at her reaction as he started the car. While driving, he glanced at Nathan and Elshienne through the rearview mirror, noticing their annoyed expressions.

"And what's with you two? You both look like ducks sulking in the corner."

Elshienne rolled her eyes and crossed her arms. "It's just that... out of all people, why does it have to be him as our older brother?"

Nathan, who had been quiet until now, scoffed. "He gave a bad impression when we first met. Remember, you guys went to U.S. with him and he insulted Dad's sword. Tsk."

Hearing that, Alexa burst out laughing. "Oh yeah! you two were so annoyed that time."

Alexa then quickly opened the Global System Chat and sent a message to Seojun.

[Alexa: We're on the way. Get ready.]

Not long after, her system notified her that the message had been delivered. She smirked and leaned back. "Ohh, looks like we'll be there sooner than expected."

Just as she said that, something strange happened. A ripple formed in the air ahead of them—like a hole in reality itself. Before anyone could react, the car was pulled into it, and in the blink of an eye, they reappeared in front of a large house.

Alex slammed the brakes, his eyes wide in shock. "Whoa, give some heads up Sis."

From the back seat, Ji-hye gasped in excitement. "Wow! How did that happen? Did you do that, Sister Alexa?!"

Alexa laughed, shaking her head. "Nope, that's Seojun's doing, not mine. Anyway, we're here."

The car doors opened, and everyone stepped out.

Seoyang, however, was visibly tense. Since the end of the wave attack, she had only sent Seojun one important message: the truth about John—not just as her boyfriend, but as her husband. And more than that… John was Seojun's biological father.

John noticed her nervousness and gently cupped her face, smiling. "What you told him might have shocked him, but the fact that he hasn't pushed you for answers means he's waiting for a proper explanation. So calm down, Seoyang."

Seoyang lowered her gaze, gripping John's wrist lightly. "I should have told him everything sooner, but instead, I left him with so little information." She sighed deeply. "If we weren't needed in U.S., it wouldn't have taken a whole month before we could all be together."

John stroked her hair softly. "We're here now. That's what matters."

Seoyang nodded, taking a deep breath. The gate opened on its own, and before anyone could react, Ji-hye dashed inside with excitement.

"Waaah! I missed you guys!" she squealed as she ran straight toward Huno and Nymira, who were waiting for them near the entrance.

Huno barked happily, wagging his tail, while Nymira purred, rubbing against Ji-hye's legs. The rest of them walked inside more calmly, but Seoyang was still visibly nervous.

Then, Seojun stepped out of the house. His face was expressionless as he looked at them.

Seoyang swallowed and took a step forward. "Ahh, Seojun, we're here—"

Before she could finish, Seojun suddenly smiled and pulled her into a hug.

"Welcome back, Mom."

Seoyang froze. She had prepared herself for cold treatment, for her son to resent her after learning the truth. But nothing had changed.

A small tear welled in her eyes, but she quickly hugged him back. After a moment, she pulled away, still stunned.

Seojun simply smiled. "Come in. I've prepared food."

Nathan and Elshienne, however, simply walked past Seojun without acknowledging him, entering the house as if he wasn't there.

Alexa laughed at their reaction. "Hahaha! Wow, they're still holding a grudge?"

John sighed and apologized. "I'm sorry about those two."

Seojun shook his head. "No, it's fine."

Before anything else could be said, a small figure suddenly jumped at him.

"WAAAH! FINALLY! WE MEET AGAIN, BROTHER!"

Seojun's reflexes kicked in, and he caught Ji-hye just in time.

His eyes widened. "You… you're the kid from U.S.?"

Ji-hye giggled. "Yes! And I'm your little sister! I missed you!"

Seoyang smiled. "Ji-hye told us that she met you before, but she never said you two were this close."

Seojun put Ji-hye down and scratched his neck awkwardly. "So that's why you look like my girl version… It's because you're my little sister."

Ji-hye beamed. "The moment I saw you with Brother Alex, I just knew we were siblings! Mom always told me I had an older brother who looked like me! Hehehe!"

Alex chuckled. "Alright, let's continue this inside. You all have a lot to talk about, right?"

They all agreed and went inside. After resting for a bit, they all sat down for dinner together. Seojun made sure everyone was comfortable, even Nathan and Elshienne, who were still acting distant.

Once the meal was finished, everyone slowly left the dining table, except for Seoyang and Seojun.

Seoyang hesitated before finally grabbing Seojun's hand.

"Seojun… I'm really sorry that I kept it a secret."

Seojun looked at her, then smiled gently. "Relax, Mom. It's fine. Just don't leave me hanging next time."

Seoyang let out a soft laugh of relief, then began to explain.

"Meeting John again… your biological father… was a shocking fate. I never thought we'd cross paths again.

She sighed.

"By the time we met again, your father had already divorced and was taking care of Nathan and Elshienne. So they are your step-siblings… but Ji-hye is your biological sister."

Seoyang spent an hour telling everything to Seojun. She explained everything

Seojun then sat back, arms crossed, as he processed the information.

"So… my father's real identity is Jonathan Hamilton, the top 5 ranker in the U.S… and my mother is known as Lauren Hamilton, the top 3 ranker of the U.S. Hm?"

Seoyang froze when she heard Seojun repeat her words. His expression was unreadable, and for some reason, she started feeling nervous.

Did she reveal too much at once? Was he angry?

But then—

"Pfft—!"

Seojun suddenly laughed at her.

"Why are you nervous, Mom?" he teased, a smirk forming on his lips.

Seoyang pouted and crossed her arms. "Hmph! You could've at least pretended to be surprised!"

Seojun chuckled again. "Oh, I'm surprised, alright. I just find it funny how you were acting so scared to tell me."

Seoyang sighed, "That's because I thought you'd be mad at me…"

Seojun shook his head. "No, I get why you did it. You had your reasons."

Seoyang smiled in relief. "Thank you, Seojun."