“So, what about Kaern? Has Kaern already named the horse?”
I pointed to his horse and asked him.
“To be honest, not yet. Every time I see this horse, unpleasant memories keep coming back.”
He said so with a bitter expression.
Probably recalling Axel, his first horse.
‘If I had known in advance through the original work that the empress would use poison… So if I had known in advance about Asdel’s antidote, could I have saved Axel?’
Feeling that negative thoughts were lingering, I quickly raised my head, smiled cheerfully, and spoke.
“As Kaern says, whether it’s a person or an animal, naming should be thought carefully. Let’s think about it together.”
“Yeah, as you say, we don’t have to name it right away.”
“Yes. So, Kaern, let’s go outside quickly.”
“Herena. It’s good that you’re in a good mood, but…”
Seeing me slightly excited on the horse, Kaern narrowed his eyes.
“Don’t make the same mistake as last time. If you do it again this time, I’ll come back immediately. Nothing is more important to me than your safety.”
“I know. I’ll be careful, very careful.”
“Good. Let’s go.”
After giving me a firm warning, Kaern slowly led the duke’s horse out.
But somehow, Kaern directed the horse’s head in a different direction than the last time.
‘Is he practicing a new path today?’
At first, we leisurely chatted while moving the horses, but before long, we both instinctively began to enjoy the refreshing wind, galloping for quite a while without anyone suggesting it.
To avoid repeating the mistake from last time, I continued to make an effort to keep my emotions calm.
Eventually, we arrived near the village on the outskirts of the capital, my intended destination, and decided to take a short break there.
Only then did the surroundings come into view.
Unlike last time when all I could see was an endless field of grass, making my heart feel pierced even as I rode, this time, various-colored flowers adorned both sides of the road, so I slowed down to savor the sight.
“Wow, it’s really beautiful.”
In the clear sky, white clouds drifted slowly, and in the fields, various flowers and trees swayed gently in the wind, creating a refreshing sound here and there.
Chirping, rustling.
Birds flew here and there through the trees, adding to the peaceful atmosphere with their lively chirps.
‘Someday, I want to build a house and live in a place like this. Of course…’
As I admired the tranquil scenery, almost involuntarily, the thought of living in this place with Kaern crossed my mind.
Kaern, who was leading slightly ahead, subtly moved closer to my side and, as always, showed a warm smile as bright as the sun.
“How is it? I thought you’d like it, so I chose this direction for today. Do you like it?”
Seeing his beautiful smile, comparable to the scenery I had just witnessed, I unknowingly nodded and smiled brightly.
“Yes, I really like it. Later, if I build a house here and live, I’d want to study plants and decorate it like a garden with various flowers, creating a harmonious atmosphere.”
At that moment, Kaern slightly furrowed his brow and shook his head from side to side.
“I can’t allow you to live alone. If you’re thinking of staying here, you have to live with me.”
“It was just a thought.”
Perhaps dissatisfied with my response, Kaern stared at me intently for a moment.
After a while, he dismounted from the horse and, as I descended, automatically wrapped his arm around my waist. I instinctively held onto his shoulder.
“Thank you.”
After securing the reins to a tree so the horse wouldn’t move, Kaern and I strolled through the nearby village.
“It’s a peaceful place.”
“Yeah.”
Unlike the bustling capital, this quiet and tranquil village somehow appealed to me.
As we walked through the village, we engaged in conversation.
“But Kaern, aren’t you busy?”
“It’s fine. My subordinates and stewards handle the important tasks anyway.”
“Still, if you ever get too busy and can’t find time, please let me know. It would be a shame to take away Kaern’s time for no reason.”
“I say it every time, but the time I spend with you is not at all wasted; it’s like a restful time for me. So, don’t try to take away my rest.”
“I understand. I trust you. Let’s enjoy this break without any worries today. Oh, there… Shall we sit for a while on that hill over there?”
As the sun was about to set, I had a premonition that the sunset from here would be very beautiful.
“The sun will set soon, so we won’t be able to stay for long.”
“Well, but watching the sunset from the hill seems quite impressive… Is it possible?”
At my words, Kaern hesitated for a moment, then opened his mouth.
“If you agree to ride back with me when we return, then we can do that.”
Riding back with Kaern.
Though tension surged momentarily at the unexpected proposal, I couldn’t give up the beautiful evening sunset that was sure to come. So, I nodded soon and replied.
“Okay.”
So, we settled under a tree in a small clearing, facing the same direction.
“This is nice. I wish every day could be like this.”
When male lead is the homewrecker
“I know she doesn’t love him.”
I’ve read the novel below twice already. Girls, I’m highly recommending it to you!
The female lead? Not a good person.
The second male lead? Not a good person.
The male lead? Willingly plays the third party, breaking up the female and second male lead’s relationship despite all the warnings from his friends—so yeah, he’s definitely not a good person either.
Basically, nobody in this novel is simple-minded or without scheming.
The female lead starts off as the male lead’s secretary, but don’t worry—later on, she takes over the company while the male lead steps back to support her. He won’t steal her spotlight, overshadow her, or dull her shine.
I love novels where men are out here snatching wigs, tearing each other down, and going to war just to win the female lead’s affection. And this is exactly that kind of novel. Most of Hai Dai Ran’s works have this dynamic. You’ll see the male characters’ emotions being pushed to the absolute extreme.
There’s even a scene where the second male lead exposes the male lead online for being a homewrecker. The brotherhood immediately gangs up on him, dragging him through the mud. I find it compelling —it completely flips reality on its head, where usually, women are the ones fighting over a man and getting torn apart by the sisterhood.
For me, female leads in the novels I read should only struggle in their careers, not in love. But if the brainless romantics in the story are all men? I have zero complaints.
I’ve pretty much read all of Hai Dai Ran’s novels and even translated all of them—her works are just my thing. I’ll slowly upload everything here. One day, when my website is official, I hope I can invite her to join as one of the star authors.
Here’s the story synopsis:
One-line summary: She is his lifelong obsession, to the point where he was willing to be a third wheel, scorned by society, just to wedge his way into her relationship with her fiancé.
Cold-hearted and indifferent female lead + Scheming and subservient CEO male lead
Intro 1:
“I know she doesn’t love him.”
With blood trickling from his clenched fist, Rong Xiu gazed at the woman before him, his eyes clouded with anguish. Hidden in the wardrobe, he had witnessed Fan Xia – the woman he desperately loved – in an intimate embrace with her fiancé. Yet his heart still yearned for her, defying all reason.
Fan Xia, the elegant and composed assistant, carried something mysterious in her eyes whenever she looked at her fiancé, Wen Lan Sheng. Strange occurrences began to surface – secret meetings with the young Gu Jin Yi, an unexplained withdrawal of 5,000 yuan… Then suddenly, her fiancé’s sister, Wen Jing, violently attacked her.
In this matriarchal society, Rong Xiu had risen to become the chairman of a powerful healthcare conglomerate, breaking through gender prejudices. But for the first time, he willingly stepped into the shadows as the other man, disregarding his friends’ warnings to become her secret lover.
Because he had discovered the truth – Fan Xia wasn’t the pure angel everyone believed her to be. And perhaps, he was the only one capable of helping her execute her mysterious plan…
Intro 2:
Rong Xiu’s biggest regret in life was missing out on Fan Xia.
He secretly loved Fan Xia for 7 years.
Watched her go public with her boyfriend.
Watched her kiss her boyfriend at their wedding.
Until that man blissfully nestled in Fan Xia’s arms, obtaining everything he could only dream of.
The crazy jealousy stripped away his hidden secret love, layer by layer, burning like wildfire.
Fan Xia, how can I have you!
【Reading and Trigger Warning Guide】
1. Female dominant, male submissive, male pregnancy
2. Male lead schemes his way to the top, male competition
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