“Captain Marcus!”
Kyle rebuked the captain with astonishment.
What Captain Marcus had pulled out of his pocket was Se-hee’s entry capsule.
“I’m sorry, sir. For the sake of everyone, I earnestly request your help to safely pass that day.”
The captain seemed resolute in his intentions.
“All events on board must be conducted fairly. I cannot condone any unfair practices for any reason.”
However, Kyle’s voice was unwaveringly cold.
“Sir, please, just this once. If you permit, I will somehow convince the other party to attend.”
Marcus even mentioned a partner, whom he knew nothing about.
A partner.
In fact, that was all the more reason for Kyle to prevent this.
Because he didn’t know who the partner written on the application was.
If it happened to be the name of that annoying guy.
He didn’t want to imagine Se-hee standing next to him.
“I do not permit any practices that are unfair and violate our principles.”
Going against the rules wasn’t Kyle’s way.
Realizing he couldn’t persist any further against Kyle’s piercing gaze, Captain Marcus gave up.
Marcus looked to Dave, who was silently standing by, for help.
However, Dave just shook his head.
After taking a deep breath, Marcus looked at Kyle one last time, hoping it would be different.
But he was immediately subdued by Kyle’s stern expression.
Realizing that going against such a chilling aura was no easy task, Captain Marcus found himself unable to utter his final plea.
Eventually, Marcus had to rise from his seat without achieving anything.
Se-hee had checked all the onboard programs for the day but found none that truly appealed to her.
“Is it because there are so many event parties? Are they all dance lessons?”
Moreover, the requirement to attend with a partner added a stinging pain to Se-hee’s situation.
“It’s like they’re saying not to travel alone.”
While calmly walking with a sigh, Se-hee spotted the brilliantly lit sign of the grand theater.
Eureka!
She then remembered the pamphlet from the travel agency, which introduced the splendid performances held daily on the cruise.
How could she have forgotten about the performances?
She had been so busy that she hadn’t attended a single show since being on the cruise.
Se-hee walked towards the desk with a lighter step, excited about the evening’s performance.
Usually, cruise performances take place at night, but on the Dekona, there were special daytime performances for families with young children.
True to the Evans cruise line’s commitment to providing the best for every single passenger.
This is why people prefer top-tier companies.
Unlike the variety shows for adults in the evening, the daytime performances aimed at children seemed more wholesome, and Se-hee’s eyes widened as she checked the schedule.
The name of Europe’s top circus troupe was prominently listed.
‘Always the best, as expected.’
Se-hee once again expressed her respect for the generous Evans cruise line representative, sparing no expense for the Dekona’s passengers.
She had seen promotions for this circus troupe several times before.
However, Se-hee hesitated to decide on attending the performance.
It was because of a painful memory from a circus performance she had experienced in the past.
During her childhood, Se-hee lived in an orphanage near which a traveling circus troupe had briefly stayed.
The circus procession happened to pass in front of the orphanage, and the sight of a tiger being transported in a wagon followed by an elephant was enough to captivate the seven-year-old Se-hee.
Soon after, thanks to a generous benefactor, all the children at the orphanage got the opportunity to watch a circus performance.
Se-hee was among the excited children.
The makeshift venue was lined with several small, foldable chairs, resembling fishing chairs.
Following the orphanage director’s instruction to take a seat, Se-hee found a spot at the very end.
As the circus performance began, the thrilled children screamed and made a ruckus.
It was Se-hee’s first circus, and it was both fascinating and fun.
But then, suddenly.
There was a loud slap, and Se-hee’s back was on fire.
“What’s with these children being so noisy and disrespectful? Really, they’re orphans with no proper upbringing. Sigh.”
The angry voice of a woman sitting behind Se-hee echoed.
Se-hee was hit so hard that she was in tears and disoriented.
But the orphanage director stood up and made young Se-hee apologize.
Se-hee, who was just sitting quietly and got hit.
Se-hee lowered her head, sobbing, her voice choked with tears.
Not only the orphanage children but also other spectators were all shouting and watching the performance, but Se-hee, who was actually absorbed in the magnificent performance of the circus performers, hadn’t been shouting at all.
That made it all the more unjust.
Was it because Se-hee was the smallest among the children from the orphanage?
Even though she was young, she knew she had done nothing wrong.
Forced to apologize, Se-hee could no longer enjoy the circus performance.
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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