Before turning his head to confirm the figure, Valter could recognize the owner of the voice.
Given that he couldn’t mistake Odette’s voice, and only Odette would address him that way, Valter wasn’t surprised.
Nevertheless, Valter couldn’t help but be surprised.
The reason was simple.
“…Didn’t you say you would talk to Cedric?”
Odette should be currently enjoying a lively conversation with her brother. Especially considering Cedric, who was never one to easily conclude a conversation. Just by sending Cedric to the military to bring Odette here, one could tell.
Moreover, if it was about Cedric, Odette would positively accept anything, thinking that the conversation would likely be prolonged.
Cedric would find a way to drag out the conversation somehow, intending to keep Odette tied to the palace.
However…
“I’ve already had enough conversation with my brother. We agreed to meet again next time on the way back.”
Despite Odette’s assurance that there was no issue, Valter raised an eyebrow.
“There’s no way he would let you go so easily.”
“Cedric is a good person. I don’t know what you’re imagining, but there won’t be any problems.”
“It may not be for you, but it’s not the same for me. It’s more than I imagined.”
Once again, Odette’s defense of Cedric distorted Valter’s judgment.
But this time, it was more a feeling of anxiety than jealousy.
And Valter, someone who could endure jealousy, couldn’t endure anxiety.
After hesitating for a moment, he spoke.
“…What did Cedric say to you? Or did he say something unnecessary…?”
“There was nothing special. I heard that sending the Duke of Ertman’s army to handle the aristocratic insult wasn’t a significant issue. I also heard that the measures taken were due to your continuous disregard for my brother’s letters.”
In strict terms, it was a story that arose from disregarding the advice to wait rather than ignore the content of marriage.
‘The drawing of a smiling face’ in Cedric’s letter was, in a way, a fitting final warning. It just wasn’t the last warning directed at Odette.
Valter Ertman intended to show a warning that if Cedric caused trouble again, it wouldn’t end with temporarily controlling the mansion.
Above all, there were other reasons behind sending the military like that.
“They even suggested divorce. They said they would find a new marriage for you, so live in the palace without causing trouble.”
Upon Odette’s words, Valter’s lips tightened straight.
The moment the word ‘divorce’ came up, there was no way to hide the feeling of being struck with a chill.
“…Is that so.”
“Yes. Didn’t I tell you before? You seemed reluctant even when I informed you through a letter. It seems you’ve become quite worried in various ways.”
Even though he seemed like the type who wouldn’t be like that, Odette smiled lightly, saying that her brother was affectionate. However, Valter couldn’t bring himself to smile back at that laughter.
Anxiety rose through his spine. He wanted to urge Odette to continue speaking, yet at the same time, he was caught in the impulse not to hear it forever.
But anxiety never left him alone. Valter lightly clenched his dry fist and asked, “So, what did you say?”
“I refused. I’m already a married woman.”
Odette’s attitude, answering as if it were obvious, spread a sense of relief throughout Valter’s entire body.
Odette might have guessed or sensed that he was overly concerned about her reaction this time. Perhaps this time, relief showed on his face, and Odette looked at him with worried eyes.
“Valter, were you really worried about that?”
“…No, I wasn’t.”
“Don’t lie. Even if I grew up as a bright young lady without noticing anything, I would have known about it.”
Odette said straightforwardly as she raised her hand to Valter’s cheek.
The sensation of her bare hand, which had been wrapped in gloves, gently touching his cheek, provided more than the relief he felt just a while ago.
It’s quite strange.
‘No, come to think of it, it always seemed like that.’
When Valter faced Odette, he always felt like his reason was paralyzed. Rationally thinking, he shouldn’t get close to Odette. Because he was in a position to leave Odette a happy life and depart.
Even at this moment, Valter’s reason was shouting like this.
According to Cedric’s words, let Odette stay in the palace and disappear until Cedric found a new partner for her.
That was the true way to care for Odette, the most righteous choice.
So, Valter was well aware of what the most rational and reasonable judgment was.
However, choosing that felt overly selfish and materialistic.
A weak human who, even knowing what to do for the person he loves, couldn’t resist the temptation in front of him.
Valter himself was aware of that fact, but how do you resist it?
This favor and affection, which he had never experienced in any time of his life.
This brief opportunity to hold the person he loves in his arms…
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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