When I intervened, the two simultaneously clicked their tongues and turned their heads in opposition.
The two had a lot in common. Of course, they would never admit it.
“…I will return to the Kingdom of Lupeon as soon as the sun rises.”
“Already? Brother, you can stay a little longer.”
“No. Since I didn’t officially visit, there’s nothing good about me staying long. Besides, I have things to do when I get back.”
Karayan looked at me with an unwilling glance for a while. We looked at each other wistfully and fully shared sibling affection.
Then Levanfell squeezed in between us with a displeased face.
“How about letting me in on that heated gaze too.”
“…How about putting on some clothes, Your Majesty?”
Karayan frowned and picked up the shirt on the floor.
“I have a proposal.”
“…What?”
“Since the prince is a senior spirit master, he’ll likely travel to various regions to help, right?”
“…So?”
“If you happen to hear news of alchemist Generba, the original researcher of the Ferdiaq experiment, won’t you let me know?”
At Levanfell’s unexpected proposal, my eyes widened and Karayan’s narrowed.
“Do you think… I would do that?”
“It wouldn’t be bad for my situation to be resolved more quickly. For the prince, and the empress too.”
Levanfell casually spoke as he took the shirt from Karayan.
It wasn’t a bad proposal. Since Karayan was one of the few senior spirit masters on the continent, he was always called to disaster areas in the Kingdom of Lupeon.
If he found evidence related to Generba, the researcher of the Ferdiaq experiment, it would kill two birds with one stone.
“…I won’t go out of my way to look for it. I’ll just check if there are any traces left where I travel.”
“That’s enough.”
Levanfell looked at Karayan with a satisfied smile.
“Prince. Even if you go, stay for the Holy Ceremony at the Grand Temple in a few days. They say those who attend the Holy Ceremony receive the blessing of the gods.”
At Levanfell’s consideration, Karayan also smiled.
[Star Icon][Star Icon][Star Icon]A few days later, a Holy Ceremony was held at the Grand Temple.
I thought the attendance would be low due to the recent accident, but my expectation was wrong.
“This is the first time so many people have come to watch the Holy Ceremony held every year.”
“Really?”
“Yes. It’s all thanks to Your Majesty, the Empress.”
“I didn’t do anything, did I? It’s all thanks to Elihu.”
“No. Because you showed that Lord Semula did not abandon us during this incident, it was possible. The pouring divine power, the appearance of holy relics. They say there are even places rebuilding shattered temples.”
“Oh.”
I opened my mouth wide at Elihu’s words and glanced at the hamster Mew sitting on my shoulder. Mew was folding his arms and laughing proudly.
“Then enjoy it.”
Elihu left a word and returned to his place. And the longawaited Holy Ceremony proceeded.
Elihu and the priests slowly walked down the long path, offering praises to Lord Semula. With each step, the divine power scattered like holy water, stitching the night sky with sacred light.
The divine power sprinkled by Elihu shone brilliantly, as if it would not collapse even in darkness.
It was a tearfully beautiful and precious sight.
“…This is my first time attending the Holy Ceremony directly.”
Levanfell, who was watching with me, whispered so that no one else could hear.
“I have always been afraid to come out at night, fearing when I might change. Every year when this time comes, I fretted about what excuse to use and shut myself in.”
“…”
“I’m glad you, the Empress, are by my side.”
Levanfell’s eyes followed the path Elihu was walking, as if chasing the light with all his might so as not to be swallowed by darkness.
I too turned my head to follow Elihu with my eyes. Even in a world facing ruin, the light of hope was still shining brightly.
Many people cheered. Someone prayed with Elihu, and sang songs praising Semula.
As if everyone here was alive, all with one heart and one mind, wished for a blessing.
“Chirp chirp. (Indeed.)”
The hamster Mu, perched on my shoulder, stood up. The deity looked very pleased.
“Chirp chirp. Chirp chirp. Chirp. (How can I not love you all like this?)”
Hamster Mu lightly flicked his finger.
“Chirp. Chirp chirp. (My beloved children, it’s a beautiful night.)”
And at that moment, the small gift from the deity beautifully burst in the night sky.
“Look at the sky!”
At someone’s cry, everyone looked up to the sky. Elihu and the priests also stopped walking and looked up.
Bang! Bang bang!
Bright light of divine power burst like fireworks in the sky, then poured down prettily over the gathered people.
“It’s a blessing!”
“Semula has bestowed a blessing!”
A deafening cheer erupted. Someone laughed joyfully, and someone spread their arms to welcome the scattering blessings of the deity.
Elihu bit his lip as if holding back tears, looking at the sky embroidered with divine power, and then quietly resumed walking.
As if that was the path we must walk.
“Chirp. (Have a good dream.)”
Hamster Mu on my shoulder smiled gently. I coughed, covering my mouth, and whispered very softly so no one could hear.
“……Didn’t I tell you not to exert yourself?”
“Chirp chirp. Chirp. (It’s not real power. Neither can it heal sickness nor save anyone. It’s merely a blessing to dream a good dream.)”
Mu looked up at the night sky. I also raised my head following Mu’s gaze.
“Chirp chirp. Chirp. (Because this beautiful night when we’re all together is a good dream.)”
“……It’s beautiful.”
“Chirp chirp. (I’ll tell you. It was our promise.)”
It was truly sacred.
[Star Icon][Star Icon][Star Icon]And on the night when the sacred ritual was held.
The remnants of the kidnapping case finally opened their mouth. As if moved by the sacred light spreading in the sky, they shed tears.
“They said that if we spread a plague in the capital’s water supply, all the imperial guards would be focused on containment, and all the eyes of the Grand Duke would be distracted.”
“What were you planning to do while their attention was diverted?”
“……Geneva.”
The surviving remnant shivered in fear. Saying that name seemed terrifying.
“Alchemist Geneva was trying to enter the capital.”
Male lead Asks for a Divorce Every Day
It’s not often you come across a plot like this in the female-dominant genre — make sure to check it out!
This is a novel I’m planning to reread as well.
The male lead is strong, skilled in martial arts, and not the usual fragile type you often see in matriarchal novels.
Meanwhile, the female lead is a scientist—rational and logical. Even when she falls for the male lead, she doesn’t let her emotions cloud her decisions.
If you push through the first few chapters, you’ll gradually find the story really intriguing.
It has a mix of mystery, detective elements, and romance.
The author’s writing style is like crafting a puzzle—except they deliberately leave out a few pieces, making it hard to predict what happens next, yet keeping you hooked.
In the end, everything will come together and be explained.
One-sentence summary: Wife, stop playing with beakers and look at me!
In a laboratory accident, research scientist Zhu Wansheng accidentally travels to a matriarchal world. The original owner of the body is an eighteen-year-old only daughter of a wealthy rouge merchant, already married with a handsome young man.
Zhu Wansheng grins: Nice! She always said she was heaven’s favorite granddaughter. After a life of toil in her previous life, she can enjoy blessings in this one.
However, her joy lasts no more than three seconds as bad news arrives: the original owner’s family is about to go bankrupt, and her husband wants a divorce.
Even worse, she’s stuck with a research system full of restrictions.
Zhu Wansheng: ? Is this the destiny of a research dog?
——
Faced with this mess, Zhu Wansheng pours herself a bowl of wine to drown her sorrows. In her drunken haze, her husband arrives.
His figure is imposing, holding a long sword, with a dignified air that captivates Zhu Wansheng.
Gu Yingqing, however, looks at the alcohol-reeking Zhu Wansheng with undisguised disgust and coldly asks, “Divorce or not?” The intoxicated Zhu Wansheng mumbles vaguely, “I think… it’s not… it’s not… impossible!”
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The next day, after sobering up, Zhu Wansheng is full of energy, rolling up her sleeves ready to make a big move. As for yesterday? She has no memory of it.
Zhu Wansheng is ambitious; a research dog fears nothing!
Upgrading rouge, extracting fragrances, producing perfumes, researching lipsticks… all shall bow to the power of modern technology!
The original owner’s dying rouge shop is revitalized. Her mother is pleased and with a wave of her hand, passes on the family business to her. As she takes control and her experimental results gain popularity, it’s the pinnacle of her life…
——
But there are always those who can’t stand to see her doing well. Jealousy, scheming, assassination attempts – they want nothing less than her life.
The person who has always kept his distance from her suddenly holds her tightly in his arms, eyes full of concern.
She is unharmed, but he falls into a pool of blood…
Zhu Wansheng feels guilty, “I can grant you one wish.”
Gu Yingqing tentatively circles his arms around her, carefully resting his head in the crook of her neck, pleading softly, “I regret it. Can we not divorce?”
Zhu Wansheng: ? When did I agree to a divorce?
[Small Theater]
The newly developed rouge is beautifully packaged, and Zhu Wansheng is eager to try it.
Gu Yingqing suddenly appears: “My lady, may I apply it for you?”
Cool fingertips lightly brush her lips. His Adam’s apple bobs as he leans in for a light bite.
Zhu Wansheng: ?
Gu Yingqing: It smells so good, I wanted to taste it…
On a warm spring day, Zhu Wansheng tries a new perfume: “Spring Night.” Gu Yingqing corners her against a wall.
Warm breath lingers on her neck.
“My lady, from now on, may I test the fragrances for you?”
[Humorous female scientist vs scheming live-in son-in-law male lead]
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