Having experienced some relief from the teleportation-induced nausea, Yuriecen sighed and asked. The scenery she observed was quite different.
‘Sentum City is said to be the most bustling among the Stevbain Viscount’s territories, with many nobles coming and going. But the place we are standing now is surprisingly quiet. The street, presumably near the shopping district, was desolate, with no signs of popularity.’
Turning around with a puzzled expression, Yuriecen asked Benjamin, who gently caressed her chin.
“It’s Sentum City, known as the most bustling among the Stevbain Viscount’s territories.”
“…What? Is this the place known as the center of shopping and tourism?”
Too surprised, Daisy blurted out a question. Sentum City was one of the places Daisy had looked forward to the most.
The Sentum City of Stevbain Viscounty was often referred to as the ‘Thousand-Year Shopping District’ because no shop in the area ever turned its lights off. Even when the former Viscount Stevbain was small, he never turned off the lights here. Now, however, all the lights in this thousand-year shopping district were off.
“What on earth…”
They deliberately set off early to take a short tour of the famous Sentum City before heading straight to the Viscount’s mansion. Disappointment was written all over Yuriecen and Daisy’s faces.
“What could have happened?”
“I have no idea either. I haven’t received a separate report from the guild members.”
Benjamin frowned. In fact, there had been no contact for a while now, but he didn’t mention it, thinking it might be because they were busy investigating this situation.
Yuriecen, who had been looking around busily, turned her head slightly.
“We can’t help it. Let’s go first.”
“Hmm?”
“I haven’t received any notice that the party is canceled, even today, the day of the party. So, the party probably hasn’t been canceled.”
“What if we are the only ones who didn’t receive the message?”
“In that case, we need to go even more. There must be some reason why Sentum City is like this. We need to find out that reason. If, for no reason, all the lights in Sentum City were turned off, and the party was canceled without notifying us…”
Yuriecen paused for a moment. Her sharp eyes deepened slightly. She raised her chin a bit and said playfully.
“Then we must make them pay the price for underestimating the great Windsor.”
Rather than worrying about the damage to the dignity of the imperial family with the prince by her side, it was more about how great Windsor was. Therefore, Benjamin chuckled and requested Yuriecen’s escort.
“Great Windsor Lady, allow me to accompany you in that walk.”
Even though there was a prince and lover next to her, Yuriecen did not blink an eye. Instead, she accepted Benjamin’s escort as if it were natural. Shy and playful, the raised corners of her mouth were still cute, but it revealed how firm Yuriecen’s pride as a Windsor inside her was.
Having walked a little, they arrived at the Stevbain Viscount’s mansion, where they learned why all the lights in Sentum City were off.
“I sincerely apologize. Please return. The party is canceled today. From today, the entire territory of the Viscount will have a month of rest.”
“A month of rest? What on earth is this nonsense!”
“This is really unexpected!”
“I’m perplexed. I haven’t heard such news!”
“We apologize for not notifying you in advance. For a month, all the residents of the Viscount’s territory will rest without working.”
Not only Windsor but also other nobles who hadn’t received advance notice were venting their frustrations in front of the Viscount’s mansion.
“This is unbelievable! Just until yesterday, I was with the Viscountess…!”
Among them was Edna.
“Edna!”
Yuriecen, who was surveying the situation, quickly rushed toward her. Edna, who was usually wiping the gatekeeper’s face, turned to look at Yuriecen.
“Yuri! You’re here.”
“What on earth is going on?”
“You know, phew. It’s a long story if we’re going to talk about it!”
Edna expressed annoyance by rolling her eyes and stomping her foot. She seemed a bit teary-eyed. Yuriecen, after exchanging glances with Benjamin, took Edna’s hand and led her away.
“Let’s move to a quieter place first.”
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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