Ru said that Countess Plache Youngae wants to see the sea. Well, then let’s see it.
The Emperor arbitrarily shortened the journey. He passed some territories moderately, and magically opened the path to reduce the time.
The Emperor’s dignified and even majestic procession drew the attention of many people. The beautiful appearance of the Emperor, which could not be expressed in newspaper illustrations, was also revealed.
Although the Grand White insisted that the majesty of the Emperor should be shown more to the common people, there was nothing more important than Ru wanting to see the sea. Hayden firmly shortened the schedule.
He wanted to see Ru’s expression as she looked at the sea.
“Wow…!”
Long, tied brown hair fluttered, and the blue sea filled her green eyes.
Unlike the hot sea in the southern part of Caletta, where palm trees swayed or the sea color was not emerald, this enormous blue sea had its own charm and elegance.
“It’s a real sea.”
“Did you think I would show you only a fake sea with magic and be done with it?”
At Ru’s muttering, Hayden, who smiled, made a remark, and she quickly closed her eyes. She didn’t know anyone was listening. Her face flushed belatedly for no reason.
“If I knew you liked the sea, I would have taken you sooner.”
“No, no. What I saw today is enough.”
“It’s not the first time you’ve seen it.”
“Yes, I’ve been to the southern and eastern parts of Caletta a couple of times. The Momentum End is a region far from the sea.”
“There are only wastelands and mountain ranges there. The sea is beyond the large mountain range.”
Hayden gestured as he walked with Ru. A white falcon flew above their heads, chirping happily.
“Oh, is there a sea beyond the mountain range?”
“You didn’t know?”
“No one has crossed the mountain range, so I didn’t know. No one thinks about crossing it.”
“That mountain range is pretty rugged. Beyond the Persian West, you’ll find the sea if you cross a long way. It’s a problem to go all the way to the sea because it’s too vast, though.”
While exchanging various stories, the Emperor walked on the sandy beach. Somewhere, the loud sound of hammering was heard. As soon as the Emperor arrived in Turington, the place he visited without even catching his breath was the “Breath of the Dragon” shipyard.
As he approached, he could hear the sound of wood being swept with a saw and the sound of carefully processing metal plates. This was because there was a prior order not to stop working just because the Emperor was coming. The shipyard continued its usual operation. When the Emperor arrived at Turington, he walked along the sandy beach. The sound of someone loudly hammering something was heard. The first place the Emperor visited without resting was the “Breath of the Dragon” shipyard.
When he got a little closer, he could hear the sound of wood being swept with a saw and the precise sound of processing metal plates. They didn’t stop working just because the Emperor was coming; it was a command given in advance. The shipyard continued its usual operation. The head of the shipyard came out to greet the Emperor.
“I greet the sun of the empire.”
All the people here are very robust and have sturdy builds. Making ships is a difficult job.
“I should have come earlier, but I’m here now.”
“No, Your Majesty. We are always faithfully doing what we need to do under Your Majesty’s protection. We are always grateful.”
The manager said so, looking at Anita Tevid standing behind Ru. The disciple, who sold his house and abruptly left for Chalear, avoided the master’s gaze, standing with hunched shoulders.
“You’ve had an outstanding disciple. There were many innovative ideas that could significantly enhance the empire’s naval power.”
The sunburned face of the manager blinked at the Emperor’s words and nodded after a moment.
“Most of them are absurd and unreasonable thoughts, but it seems there were some worthwhile ones you showed to His Majesty. Would you like to take a look, Your Majesty?”
Hayden chuckled and began walking, with the manager following. Anita Tevid stuck by Ru’s side, providing various explanations.
“It’s named ‘Dragon’s Breath’ because Dragon Lord Melphias established the shipyard and occasionally came to inspect. I’ve seen him only once.”
Stories about Dragon Lord Melphias personally overseeing Turington, the Emperor’s territory, have been heard from the beginning.
Anita explained the place where she worked and the overall shipbuilding process to Ru, occasionally glancing at the master and the Emperor. It seemed she was worried that her ideas might flow through the Emperor to the master.
“Don’t worry too much.”
Ru smiled subtly. At that moment, the manager, who had been silently listening to the Emperor’s words, looked in their direction.
“Anita, come here.”
Anita quickly ran over. It seems to be going well. Ru smiled while looking at the narrow shipyard and the sea beyond it.
“It seems that monster hunting will start soon. Your Majesty will evacuate Chalear again.”
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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