It was when Min-woo was still living with Ji-yeon.
It was a day when family, relatives, and key executives gathered at Cha Seung-jo’s house for a family event.
Since many people attended the event, the secretaries of each executive were helping with the event.
Ji-won, as the hostess, was taking care of various things. When Juran arrived, she distanced herself as she didn’t want to see her.
The event was well-planned, and most of the attendees had already greeted each other, so it wasn’t a big deal if she missed something.
Besides, Juran, who had covered her face with thick makeup, stuck to Min-woo like a hostess when she arrived.
From a distance, Juran and Min-woo, who didn’t want to be seen together, were having a conversation. Choi Dokang, Chairman Cha’s Chief Secretary, approached them with cocktails, and Min-woo received something from him, and both of them burst into laughter at whatever conversation they had. Watching them, suddenly a shiver ran down Kim Ji-won’s entire body. Min-woo’s laughing figure resembled Choi Dokang and was reminiscent of his early years, as if Dokang had gone back to his youth. Of course, Min-woo was much taller, but his face, his laughing appearance—it was unmistakably the young Dokang. Ji-won had never thought of them in such a way before, so for decades, she hadn’t known, but that day, she doubted her own eyes.
Once this caught her attention, Ji-won stared intently at Dokang.
What was visible was the persistent gaze of Dokang that never missed a detail.
Whenever Min-woo moved, Dokang’s gaze followed.
And Min-woo, unknowingly, loitered around him, sometimes joining in the conversation when there was a gap.
And in between, the furtive glances of Dokang and Juran.
A momentary but imperceptible intimate gesture.
These were things that were usually unknown.
“Ha! Unbelievable. Secretary Choi and Kang Juran, was that a thing?”
At the unexpected combination of relationships, I couldn’t help but burst into laughter.
People’s instincts could sometimes be more accurate than any evidence.
Unfortunately, that intuition was more sensitive when something unfavorable happened rather than something good.
Just like when she found out about the relationship between Cha Seung-jo and Kang Juran.
“Sure. How about digging into Kang Juran a bit, then?”
After that, it was a very common story.
Digging into Juran and Dokang’s past encounters—nothing frequent, but sporadic meetings avoiding others’ eyes.
Doing a gene test on Cha Min-woo and Cha Seung-jo, where there was no match.
And doing a test with Cha Min-woo and Choi Dokang, which showed a 99.9% match.
Such stories that are commonly seen in morning dramas.
“Now, Min-woo doesn’t know yet, right? That Secretary Choi is his father?”
“Madam, no, President Kim Ji-won.”
“Yes, Secretary Choi.”
Ji-won’s face as she answered showed amusement that seemed to overflow with joy as if watching a fun show.
“You’ve misunderstood. Absolutely, there’s no such thing. Why would you try to cause trouble again for C&C, on the verge of a crisis just before thriving? Isn’t this company not only Chairman Cha Seung-jo’s but also the president’s company? Why are you trying to undermine Vice President Cha and ruin him and the company by vilifying him!”
With a low, ominous voice, Dokang stared at Ji-won, and his gaze became sharp.
“That’s right, our father founded this company. And he entrusted it to a capable son-in-law he trusted more than his own daughter. Why has it crumbled like this? It was a solid company, more ethical and clean than anywhere else. Now people are associating it with corruption like a symbol. I can’t believe this reality.”
Even the smile disappeared from Ji-won’s face as she answered.
“Slander… Whether it’s slander or revealing the truth now, science and the police will determine that. What will change if I say a word? We should conduct a scientific investigation? The data has already been handed over. Secretary Choi, no, Min-woo’s father.”
“What are you talking about! Handed over, to whom…”
“To whom? Who else? It must be like a crow thinking its chick is a sparrow.”
Smiling brightly, Ji-won answered and slowly stood up.
“I can go now, right, Secretary Choi?”
Dokang said nothing, so Ji-won turned towards the door, then paused for a moment.
“Tell Kang Juran quickly, too. Pretending not to know, just going to the hospital to take care of her might be struck by lightning. Avoid it quickly.”
With that, Ji-won left the room, and Dokang, like ice, remained motionless, staring blankly at the floor.
Outside the room, Ji-won unexpectedly met a familiar face.
It was Kang Hyun.
“Oh my, Kang Hyun, the head of the headquarters. What’s going on here?”
“Hello, President Kim Ji-won! It’s been a long time. How have you been?”
“Yes, I’ve been enjoying myself, having a great time. Has this headquarter chief become even more impressive since I last saw him?”
“Thank you for saying so. I have a blind date here today.”
“Oh my! Have you finally set a date with Ji-yeon?”
“Yes, I think so.”
“Well, it’s better for people who like each other to get together quickly. Congratulations!”
Ji-won sincerely congratulated Hyun.
“I came briefly to deal with some crows. I’ll be going now.”
“Crows…?”
Not understanding Ji-won’s words, Hyun asked with an awkward expression.
“There are such things. Laying eggs in another bird’s nest and raising them. Then, let’s have a good meeting today. Please send my regards to Ji-yeon and Goeun.”
“Yes, I will. Please go in.”
Shaking hands, Ji-won left the restaurant, and Hyun checked the time on his wristwatch.
“It’s time to go up…”
Although it was still before the appointed time, since Ji-yeon had sent a message saying she had arrived at the parking lot, he went to greet Ji-yeon’s family.
In a few minutes, Ji-yeon and her family arrived.
“Thank you for coming!”
Greeting them warmly, Hyun guided Ji-yeon and her family into the room.
“Father, mother. You’ve arrived.”
Then, Hyun’s parents and younger brother, who were sitting inside, stood up from their seats.
“Nice to meet you. I’m Eun Ju-hoon, who will be Ji-yeon’s father.”
“Hello, I’m Ji-yeon’s mom… Oh! Could it be… Senior Jisuwon?”
At the surprised voice, everyone looked at Madame Kim Go-eun.
“Kim Go-eun? Really? Is it the Go-eun I know?”
As Ji-yeon’s mother, Go-eun, who had been greeting them, suddenly called out the name of Kang Hyun’s mother, Lady Ji Su-won, and Lady Jisuwon also recognized her with surprise.
“What’s going on here? Meeting you here!”
“Oh, my, my! It’s something I never expected to see. Meeting a senior here! What a coincidence.”
The two held hands, expressing joy.
Witnessing the sight of Jisuwon and Kim Go-eun, everyone stared at them in astonishment.
“Oh, we welcomed you without any explanation. Looks like everyone was surprised. Senior Suwon and I went to the same high school. Moreover, we were close colleagues in the drama club.”
Go-eun’s face was filled with delight and joy.
“We met when we were at the freshest moment in life, and now meeting at this age is so funny, Go-eun. But where did you age? Your face hasn’t changed much from high school.”
“Oh, come on, Senior. Your face is pretty much the same as in high school, and I recognized you right away.”
“Thank you for the words, kid!”
Laughing as if they had returned to high school, they greeted each other warmly, and Ji-yeon smiled, looking at the two mothers who were delighted to see each other.
The tension that had been so high melted away.
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?
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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…
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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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