“Moreover, would you continue to cherish that feeling until Jimmy becomes an adult? It’s a whopping 10 years. Even Mount Kangsan would change in 10 years. And by then, I would surely have aged like any other lady. Would he still like me?”
Of course, 10 years was more than insufficient for my feelings to change.
Since I first saw him at the age of 6, a considerable 15 years had passed with those feelings held in my heart.
“The feeling that doesn’t change even if Kangsan changes exists.”
The moment I heard his words, my heart throbbed, and I felt a sinking sensation.
‘Could he have overheard?’
Was he making remarks directed at me?
However, upon careful consideration, it didn’t seem likely.
“Yes. Of course, I have such feelings too. However, the possibility is slim. I took that into consideration when talking to Jimmy.”
My explanation didn’t seem entirely convincing, and Kaern’s facial expression didn’t completely relax.
However, he didn’t press me further on that issue.
As we finished our conversation and left the office, laughter burst out involuntarily.
I never expected Kaern to know about what I said to Jimmy, let alone anticipate the expression he would make upon hearing it.
Anyway, the matter was resolved well, and today’s events seemed to be the most enjoyable in my life.
Adeleia and Calix had been staying at the Duke’s residence for about a week.
Today is the day to visit home, so I was planning to go out when Adelia volunteered to join me.
So, Adelia and I rode the carriage together and headed home.
“Miss Herena has arrived.”
“Has everything been okay during my absence?”
“Yes, nothing special happened. No, the person behind you must be Miss Adelia, right?”
Seeing Adelia coming down behind me, the butler was surprised and welcomed her.
“Have you been well during this time?”
“Yes, I have been well. Miss Adelia, have you been well too?”
“I’ve been fine. This place hasn’t changed.”
“Is that so? Ah, please come inside.”
I entered the mansion with Adelia.
“We will bring the tea and snacks you both like, please wait for a moment.”
“Thank you.”
The butler left, and the door to the reception room closed.
“The butler is still the same.”
“That’s right.”
“Whenever I come here, my heart warms up. I really like it.”
Adelia said with a soft smile.
After a while, the butler brought snacks that matched our preferences, and we spent the morning chatting.
After having lunch together, I asked Adelia to take a stroll in the garden, then went to the office to catch up on the backlog.
No matter how current circumstances kept the Duke’s residence as our lodging, I was still the head of the Rosentia family.
So, the family affairs were my responsibility, something I naturally had to do.
Fortunately, with a capable butler who could handle things well without my instructions, I didn’t face any particularly challenging times.
Knock, knock.
While busy with work in the office, someone knocked on the door.
“Miss Herena, it’s the butler.”
“Come in.”
As I gave permission, the butler entered the office and swiftly approached me.
“Miss, here are the letters for you.”
“Thank you. Are there any other matters to attend to?”
“None.”
Upon the butler’s words, I nodded and received the bundle of letters he offered.
Then, I first checked who the letters were from by examining the sender.
While doing so, I momentarily paused when I saw the sender of the last letter.
“Warren Marquis sent a letter too?”
“Yes. It arrived yesterday. However, the person who delivered the letter emphasized that you should check it as soon as possible.”
“Is that so?”
“Yes. Therefore, I didn’t contact you separately since today was the day you were coming.”
“Alright. You can leave.”
“Yes. Understood.”
After the butler left, I took a moment to breathe before opening the letter from Blake.
Even before reading the contents, I felt an inexplicable tension.
It had been a long time since he unilaterally contacted me, saying that I didn’t need to save Asdel.
‘I wonder…’
Could it be news that Asdel has been saved?
I secretly wished it would be like that.
The reason I followed Kaelen’s statement that Blake’s help wasn’t needed was solely because I believed I could rescue Asdel without doing so. Moreover, the culprit who had endangered Kaelen using those words had died at that time, making Asdel useless.
However, after the hunting competition, I discovered a conspiracy to harm people, including Kaelen, using Asdel once again. As a result, Asdel became necessary again, but obtaining him was not as easy as I had thought.
Amidst these frustrating days, a letter arrived from Blake. I opened the seal, carefully took out the letter, and unfolded it.
Quickly, I started reading the letter. The content was straightforward. It stated that Asdel had been rescued and invited me to a specific date and place to receive him.
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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