“It’s not a child that has been neglected on the street for a long time, and there doesn’t seem to be any major health issues. I put a bit of eye drops, and you can come back for the next vaccination.”
“Yes, doctor. Thank you.”
“Oh, don’t mention it. It’s what I do.”
Meow.
Paul’s fur stood on end.
No matter how docile, it seems that both humans and animals dislike hospitals.
‘Our Paul. I should give him some treats when we get home. Maybe that will improve his mood.’
Ga-eul picked up some treats. In a hurry, she purchased a portable cage, a litter box, and food.
“Anyway, since both of you are raising a cat for the first time, if you have any questions, you can contact this hospital.”
Pointing at Ki-tae, Ju-hyeok said, “Whether it’s about him or anything else, feel free to reach out, Ga-eul.”
“Yes, doctor.”
Smiling, Ga-eul nodded.
Ju-hyeok continued talking as he escorted them to the hospital entrance.
“See you again, Ga-eul. Take care, Han Ki-tae.”
Thunk. Ga-eul, holding the cage with Paul, got into the passenger seat.
Ki-tae confirmed that Ga-eul had fastened her seatbelt before turning the steering wheel.
Sitting quietly in the passenger seat, Ga-eul recalled the events at the hospital just now.
It’s fascinating.
Since he brought her to the hospital without saying anything, she never expected that the veterinarian, Dr. Ju-hyeok, would be his friend. Thinking of the veterinarian Ju-hyeok she had just met, Ga-eul said to Ki-tae.
“I didn’t know that Dr. Ju-hyeok and the president were friends. It surprised me.”
“Is that so?”
“Yes. How did you find out?”
“I’ve known him for a long time, since I was 15.”
The fact that it was a longer relationship than she had thought made Ga-eul’s mouth fall open.
“He’s the son of the media company president. That’s how I knew. Although he gave up on the business to become a vet.”
“Wow… 15 years.”
Most people were surprised at the mention of the son of the media company president.
But Ga-eul was fixated on the fact that it had been 15 years.
“Is that so surprising?”
Ki-tae, who looked down at her with a fleeting glance, smiled and said, “It can be. Right, Paul?”
Ga-eul playfully asked Paul. Whether he understood or not, the timing of his meow was quite astonishing.
Ga-eul, who had asked playfully without expecting much, widened her eyes at the sound of his meow, then burst into laughter.
“President. Did you hear that just now?”
“Yeah.”
“It seems like he actually understands human speech. Paul is really cute.”
Ga-eul looked into the cage, where Paul was now quietly toasting a piece of bread.
Upon hearing Ju-hyeok’s words that suddenly came to mind again, Ga-eul looked up at Ki-tae.
Your house’s little one?
Suddenly intrigued by the question, Ga-eul asked slyly.
“President.”
“Why?”
“But why am I a little one? Dr. Ju-hyeok mentioned that earlier.”
“…”
“Have you been calling me that all this time?”
At Ga-eul’s question, Ki-tae frowned for a moment. Then, he murmured quietly.
“Kim Ju-hyeok talks too much for no reason.”
Certainly, according to the veterinarian’s words, he claimed he didn’t say it directly, that it wasn’t something he said.
However, he openly frowned as if he didn’t like that title.
What’s wrong with that statement? Moreover, he said it was something he didn’t say.
Ga-eul urged with a smile. Watching his reaction, curiosity followed, and mischievously, her head tilted unexpectedly, continuing the banter.
“Why, why? What was it like when you first saw me…?”
As Ga-eul continued to press, Ki-tae sighed and said, “Just because you were incredibly tiny. And, how scared you were. You couldn’t even look me in the eyes…”
“Oh, so that’s why you’ve been calling me a little one?”
“…”
“Yes?”
“…”
“Tsk, I’m really curious about that old story.”
Ki-tae, who evaded the answer, muttered with annoyance. He had only mentioned it once, but Kim Ju-hyeok remembered it, he said.
Ga-eul laughed joyfully, seeming to enjoy it.
Looking at Ga-eul with a fleeting glance, Ki-tae suddenly remembered the day he first saw her.
The girl, as soon as their eyes met, huddled behind her grandfather’s back and subtly hid.
“She’s so tiny.”
She was really, literally, a very tiny girl.
It was strange because it was the first time her grandfather brought a complete stranger to their home, but he just accepted it.
He generally didn’t know what the old man was thinking.
The fleeting glances that Ga-eul had given while peeking behind her grandfather’s back that day were still vivid in his memory. She looked at him with a fleeting gaze, avoiding eye contact if their eyes met.
Strangely, that cautious look remained vividly in his memory.
Ki-tae chuckled as he recalled that autumn day. Ga-eul, like the cat he picked up, seemed frightened in an unfamiliar place at first glance.
She looked delicate, as if she might burst into tears if touched. Especially, those large pupils gave off that impression.
The child continued to look in his direction as if scrutinizing, and for some reason, that behavior made him more curious.
It was the same as now.
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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