“You think I’ve changed a lot just because I did my hair and changed clothes?”
Her continual use of formal language felt odd…
And she looked different without her glasses.
“You also seem to have lost some weight.”
“What else would happen when your husband suddenly wants a divorce? Isn’t it strange if I gained weight?”
“… Hmm.”
“What do you want to say?”
Jaemin lowered his gaze, trying to control the atmosphere.
“Honestly, I felt bad.”
“About what?”
“About yesterday. I get that you don’t want a divorce, but imagining me at the cinema or suspecting me of meeting another woman, that kind of fantasy is offensive.”
Jaemin’s expression suggested genuine annoyance.
“I was so astonished by what I heard while working on an important case yesterday. The more I thought about it, the more upset and angry I became.”
Chaewon leaned back comfortably in her chair, contemplating.
If it had been the real Heeju, she might have been fooled, as he was asserting his innocence so convincingly.
So, this time, she would let it go.
Not to wallow in the mud with him, but to let him sink in the mud himself.
“Do you know how much I scolded Jiyeon?”
“Uh?”
“I said, ‘He’s not that kind of person. He was working hard in the office. Why are you falsely accusing a living person?’”
“… Really?”
“Yes, I told her that. I trust my husband more than anyone.”
Feeling a prick of conscience at the trust in her eyes, Jaemin shifted his gaze.
“But, who did you say your friend was earlier?”
“Jiyeon. Don’t you remember?”
“Ah, the friend who emigrated?”
“She’s temporarily back in Korea for work. I’m staying at her place. She helped me a lot when I had the accident.”
With plenty of information in Heeju’s phone, Chaewon could easily make up a friend’s name.
She had mentioned it first to prevent suspicion from coming back to her.
“By the way, how did you get into that accident? And how much compensation did you get to be wearing such expensive things?”
“As a lawyer, you know well. It was a minor contact accident without any fractures, how much could I have gotten from the settlement?”
“Then, your luxury bag and all?”
“It’s mine, right? Since I left with nothing, I’m sharing my friend’s stuff.”
“I see.”
Jaemin nodded his head.
The suspicious part was resolved, and he realized she completely trusted him.
Knowing her tender heart, he felt more relieved, understanding she wouldn’t be so calm if she knew the truth.
“You finished your drink already?”
Chaewon’s eyes landed on Jaemin’s empty glass.
“Ah, yeah.”
“Then I’ll order for myself.”
“No, I’ll have another. I’m thirsty.”
“Really?”
“Yeah.”
“I’ll have a warm latte. Decaf.”
“…What?”
“Is it hard to understand? I said I’ll have a warm latte.”
Not that. You’re telling me to order it for you…
Jaemin blinked a few times at Chaewon’s words. A few days ago too, she had directed him to order a drink.
He had never been instructed like this by Heeju, so it was hard to adapt, but before the resolute look in her eyes, Jaemin stood up without a word.
“Hey, isn’t that Lawyer Noh? Lawyer Noh!”
Two men in suits entering the café recognized Jaemin.
As Jaemin was heading to the counter, he greeted his close friend, Lawyer Kang, but his expression hardened upon seeing Lawyer Yoon, whom he didn’t get along with.
“Lawyer Noh also working late today? Seeing you at the café at this time.”
“No, I’m meeting someone.”
“A client?”
“Not exactly.”
Yoon, usually not paying attention to Jaemin, suddenly straightened up with an “Oh.”
His gaze followed to where his wife was.
That made Kang also turn his head towards the window.
“Wow, it’s been a while since my eyes got such a treat.”
“Exactly. Totally my type.”
“Who is she with? Alone?”
“Should I get her number by giving her my card?”
At his colleagues’ reactions, Jaemin looked at his wife again.
Her bare shoulders, accentuated by the white blouse, made her look both innocent and sexy.
Although thin straps hung on her shoulders, she was still exposing them, which somewhat irked him. But then, her beautiful eyes locked onto Jaemin.
Her lips, glossy and moist, smiled only at Jaemin.
Looking at her, who appeared to have eaten the fruit of innocence today, Jaemin unwittingly looked stunned.
That’s when a surprised Kang hit Jaemin’s shoulder.
“What the? She’s smiling at you?”
“Uh?”
Even Yoon, who usually avoided talking to him, approached with a nonchalant look.
“Is she your client?”
Feeling a sense of conquest, Jaemin straightened his shoulders and told Yoon.
“Not a client, she’s my wife.”
“…What? Your wife?”
Seeing the astonished faces of the two men, especially Yoon’s gaping expression, Jaemin felt immensely proud.
“Then, go take care of your work.”
Jaemin, heading towards Chaewon’s table, shouted loudly.
“Honey!”
His booming voice was so loud that it drew the attention of the people around them who were engaged in conversation.
“It’s hot outside, why don’t you drink something cool? Are you sure about the hot latte?”
“It’s fine.”
“Alright, just wait a moment. Honey!”
“But why do you have to say ‘honey’ so loudly?”
“Me? Oh, did I do that?”
Jaemin looked confused and flustered.
“Well, what does it matter? You are my honey, after all.”
As Chaewon smiled softly, Jaemin, who had been staring blankly, soon started to cough awkwardly.
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!”
——
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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