Instead of answering, Stella weakly smiled and shrugged her shoulders. Milah, recognizing this behavior from Stella when she had nothing to say, decided to hasten preparations for the unexpected guest, although uninvited, knowing Klot’s influence was greater than most nobles.
Come to think of it, Princess Stella felt an inexplicable sensation that important figures were gathering around her, even though she didn’t particularly desire it.
The same went for Viscountess Melissa, and Klot Viantus as well. One person who weighed on her mind was the knight named Royce, who helped Princess Stella with her swordsmanship lessons.
She had never scrutinized him up close. He usually visited when she was not around, or when Princess Stella was alone in the garden, so Milah had been curious about his identity all along.
Though he was called a knight, it was hard to believe. The aura and intimidation emanating from him were not something a mere knight could produce.
What could his identity possibly be? Why did he keep hovering around Princess Stella? Was he really helping out of goodwill? There was also the possibility that he was sent from the homeland among the people they dispatched.
Moreover, it was hard to understand why Princess Stella took such good care of him. Although he claimed to be in a difficult situation and that she was merely helping him, he didn’t look remotely like someone in dire straits.
He displayed outward respect, but the way he looked at Princess Stella was arrogant and presumptuous, as if dealing with someone inferior.
There was undoubtedly something between the two that Milah didn’t know. However, no matter how much she thought about it, she couldn’t guess the underlying story.
“Milah, do you know anything about Teacher Klot?”
Milah, momentarily lost in thought, snapped back to attention at Princess Stella’s question.
“Teacher Klot Viantus is renowned as a genius even within the Kredion Empire.”
“A genius? To what extent?”
“They say he never forgets anything he has seen even once.”
“Really?”
“Yes, that’s why they say he never reads a book twice after reading it once.”
No wonder his gaze seemed unforgiving. Stella genuinely envied Klot’s abilities. If he was so intelligent, wouldn’t it be great if he could figure out a way to unravel the potent magic bound to the lineage script?
Lost in these thoughts without much substance, Stella suddenly gasped at a fleeting idea that crossed her mind.
What if she became an extremely satisfactory student to Teacher Klot, and they became close? Perhaps she could seek his assistance when uncovering the secrets of the lineage script?
“Milah, I’ve made up my mind.”
Stella, walking confidently, suddenly spoke with a serious expression.
“Yes?”
“Who does Teacher Klot dislike? Or, rather, who does he like? Do you know?”
“I don’t know which type of person he likes, but I do know whom he dislikes.”
“Who is it?”
Stella asked, hoping she wasn’t included in that group.
“Don’t worry, Your Highness. You’re definitely not one of them.”
Milah assured with a confident voice, making Stella even more curious. Could it be that he dislikes beautiful people or those with exceptional figures?
“Who is it, then?”
“A person indulging in extravagance fueled by vanity.”
Stella’s expression brightened considerably upon hearing Milah’s response. At least she was sure she would never be included in that category.
“I see. I don’t have money to indulge, so there’s no way he could dislike me.”
Stella’s fortunate words left Milah torn between laughter and tears.
Despite casually mentioning a visit to the Verudra Castle, Klot wasn’t sure if Princess Stella would readily agree. It was nerve-wracking, especially dealing with nobility.
In exchange for teaching the princesses, Klot received a substantial compensation and the privilege to freely access the imperial library throughout his lifetime.
Of course, taking books outside the royal palace was prohibited. However, having the right to enter and exit the imperial library, which housed countless unread books, was an incredibly enticing condition.
Although he hadn’t read even a tenth of the books available in the library, Klot was reasonably content with his current lifestyle.
Entering the classroom filled with the fragrance of nostalgia every week to teach was the only downside.
Requesting to visit the princess at the castle was a highly impulsive decision.
Looking back, it was challenging to comprehend why he made such a request. Perhaps he could attribute it to seeing a light in Stella’s eyes that he couldn’t find in the other princesses.
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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