“The children cannot lie. Considering Lady Bianca followed Lady Bee, it seems that Lady Bee has indeed changed, as the maidservants mentioned. Mayor Devin continued to speak while looking at Cedric.
“The words of the one I trust most were also like that.”
With that statement, Mayor Devin, who had been contemplating for a while, slowly opened his mouth.
“The matters of the Welfare Foundation that you mentioned, it seems we need to seriously discuss them with the villagers.”
Mayor Devin, who spoke like that, slightly bowed his head in front of me.
“Lady Bee, I apologize, but could you give us a little time to think?”
Unlike others, Mayor Devin had always maintained a polite attitude since our first meeting, but until now, I had not felt any recognition from him as the Grand Duchess of the Twins.
In Mayor Devin’s eyes as he looked at me, there was undoubtedly subtle contempt scattered here and there.
However, in Mayor Devin’s gaze at me now, I could even feel a bit of warmth.
Relieved by the change, I immediately nodded my head.
“Of course. Take enough time to consider and contact us. Your seats will always be open for you.”
With that farewell, all of us from the Twins family headed towards the carriage.
As soon as the three family members boarded the carriage, Bianca began cheerfully chattering.
“I spent yesterday listening to interesting stories from the village children all night! There’s a boy named ‘Jeff,’ quite handsome, and he tells stories very entertainingly!”
Bianca, who was excitedly talking, alternately looked at Cedric and me.
“And you two? Did you get along well last night?”
It seemed like that was what Bianca really wanted to say.
Unfortunately, the atmosphere between Cedric and me was awkward since that damned ‘mistake’ last night.
No, to be precise, the awkwardness was on my part, and Cedric was openly expressing his uncomfortable feelings throughout his body.
Bianca seemed to have noticed Cedric’s gaze belatedly and looked between us.
“We had a good time. To the extent that everything felt perfectly fine.”
Cedric, who had been staring out the window the whole time, frowned and loosened his tie with a sigh.
“…Of course, the only problem is that everything was a mistake.”
At the same time, in the Montair family of the Demon Realm.
Adrian held the dry hand of his emaciated father, looking sadly at his father lying on the bed.
His father’s face, which used to be like a brave general, had aged, and the ribs were exposed on his chest like a starving corpse, breathing barely going up and down.
While wiping the cold sweat on his father’s forehead, at that moment.
His brother Elliott, who had entered the room, grabbed Adrian’s slumped shoulders.
“Have you come, brother.”
“Yeah. Going back to the Twins family today, right?”
“Yes… I apologize for leaving Father to you, Brother and Sister-in-law, and returning.”
At Adrian’s lifeless words, Elliott managed a sheepish smile.
“…It seems like this suffering won’t last much longer. I think it’s time to prepare mentally.”
Upon Elliott’s words, Adrian looked sadly at his father’s face again.
“Please go outside and talk, Brother.”
A silent corridor where a dark, ominous silence settled like the life of the dying Montair.
In the quiet hall, there were only the two brothers, and in the emptiness, they sighed with deep regret.
Feeling the night breeze flowing through the pillars of the corridor, Elliott, who had closed his eyes, suddenly turned his head towards Adrian.
“Adrian, it’s time for us to make decisions for our family.”
As Elliott spoke, there was determination in his eyes.
“But Brother, Father is still…”
“Father would undoubtedly want that.”
“…”
“Adrian, think about what sacrifices Father has made to protect our Montair family.”
Leaning on the railing, Adrian, who was standing, lowered his head and let out a long breath.
The worry deepened.
As if urging Adrian, his brother Elliott firmly grabbed his arm.
“Adrian. You must become the head of our Montair family.”
Elliott’s opinion as the eldest son was firm.
“With your magic, our Montair family can not only maintain its current strength but become even stronger.”
“Brother…”
“That is what Father, I, and all the ancestors wish for.”
At Elliott’s words, a faint ripple appeared in Adrian’s purple eyes.
But Adrian ultimately lowered his head.
“…I don’t want to return to the Demon Realm right now.”
As Adrian said that, Rebecca’s red hair flashed through his mind.
Her beautiful smile that shone like sunlight.
“I have something I want to obtain at all costs. In the human realm.”
A bitter smile formed on Adrian’s lips.
While quietly watching Adrian, Elliott, with a sigh, looked up at the night sky.
“A woman you desperately want, huh?”
Adrian had no answer.
But Elliott quickly realized that it had a positive meaning.
“In that case, Adrian, you must become the head of the Montair family.”
“Brother…!”
“If you become the head, we may not only be the highest among the noble half-demons but might even be comparable to the Twins family.”
Elliott, whose lips gently curled up, continued.
“Obtain power. And with that power…”
Sensing Adrian’s fluctuating emotions, Elliott stared into his eyes and said firmly.
“Seize what you desire, Adrian.”
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…
——
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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