“I will continue to be by Madam’s side. So don’t sound upset. Right now, worry about yourself more than about me!”
Jane, who made a livelihood by doing odd jobs and receiving wages, was frightened by today’s news. If something went wrong, it was certain that she would be driven out, perhaps even whipped.
But she couldn’t leave Chloe alone.
Whether someone might scorn her scant kindness, mock her for sympathy befitting her level, Jane’s heart did not change.
“I’m grateful for your words, at least. Jane.”
Chloe gently smiled at Jane’s resounding ambition.
Mesmerized by the beautiful smile, Jane suddenly came to her senses. Before her eyes stood Chloe, with her emaciated shoulders and a gaunt face.
Without hesitation, Jane embraced her. The worry about dust from the laundry blankets was set aside.
“You must be strong. You must call me whenever you need me. I live to help the Madam.”
A stiff body slowly embraced Jane in return. Feeling the barely covered bones against her back, Jane whispered softly.
“I’m living for the joy of seeing you these days. Thanks to you, I have strength.”
“Hehe. I’m proud.”
A shy greeting. Jane found this feeling endlessly strange. Among all the emotions she had felt, it was the most mysterious and enchanting.
“Oh, the summons time is approaching. I have to go.”
Time carelessly ticked away swiftly. The minute hand on the clock had suddenly reached the appointed time.
“You used up all your precious rest time because of me. Quickly go in, be careful.”
Leaving behind a regretful voice, Jane left the room.
‘I hope dinner comes soon. She will neglect her meal, so I must prepare bread and take it.’
Jane planned to visit Chloe’s room during dinner to help her change her clothes.
Since it was break time, most of the servants were on the lower floor.
Confirming that no one was around, Jane was about to run.
“Jane?”
As she was descending the stairs, Jane’s shoulder was firmly grabbed.
“Why are you coming out of the princess’s room?”
(This is a time separator.)
“Yes. This insolent maid actually went into the princess’s room.”
Helena bellowed in disbelief, her eyes sweeping coldly across the air.
The maid brought by Shane was kneeling beneath her.
“You.”
“Yes, yes……!”
“Why did you defy my command? I clearly told you this morning.”
She isolated her, gathered the servants in the morning to keep them in line, and now a slippery fish had spoiled her plan.
Anger stirred in Helena’s pink irises, which everyone praised as beautiful.
“Do you think I’m funny?”
Helena asked, tilting her head arrogantly.
“No, no way!”
In front of everyone, Jane bowed her head vigorously. Fear overcame shame.
Suddenly Chloe’s warning that she might be in danger flashed across her mind.
It was fine to scold her, but now Jane was terrified of everything. She was so afraid that she felt like she would wet herself at any moment.
“I, I think I forgot because I’m so stupid!”
“Heh, you dare say you forgot the name of the Duke and me?”
“I, I’m sorry. It’s a sin worthy of death…!”
“You must make your excuses plausible for me to forgive you. How stupid do you think I am? No one else was there, so you helped the princess without any suspicion?”
Helena was no fool.
But lying on top of committing a mistake. It was an act of deception that went beyond ignoring me.
“I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I’m sorry.”
However, seeing the other party apologizing till their hands wore out, the anger gradually subsided.
It had been sufficient to use this as an example of what happens when a command is disobeyed.
“The people who are close to that maid say….”
Then, Shane whispered in Helena’s ear.
Apparently, she’s been in and out of Chloe’s room for a long time. It was not the first time she disobeyed the command.
The recently calmed anger boils again.
“So you’ve been close to the princess for a long time?”
“No, no. No, it hasn’t happened!”
“So they’re lying then? Shall I cut off all their heads?”
Helena pointed out the informer who told her not to make foolish excuses. Those at her fingertips were Jane’s constant companions.
“That is…”
Although she felt betrayed, survival was now more urgent. Jane closed her mouth, as any more excuses would have increased her guilt.
“In that case, a simple punishment will not suffice. Shane! Take that child and lock her in the basement.”
At the following command, Shane looked at her in surprise. However, Helena did not correct her words but indifferently beckoned to Jane.
Shane hesitated and then pulled one of Jane’s arms. He called a maid to hold her other arm and walked out.
Jane’s screaming gave Helena a thrill. It would have been even more interesting if she had told that arrogant princess.
‘Creating allies again in the meantime. It’s irritating in many ways.’
Helena recalled Chloe, who got up again and again even after collapsing. She could not be bothered by her, who regains her confidence without a scratch.
‘If it doesn’t affect her when harm is done to herself…’
As Helena searched for ways to retaliate, a brilliant idea suddenly came to her.
“Shane, wait a moment. I think exile is too light a punishment.”
Helena called Shane, who was about to pull the door.
“Hey. Fetch a bucket of water. As much as possible. Sprinkle it with a lot of salt, too.”
She decided to completely break the nasty woman who still thought she was an elegant swan this time.
If it doesn’t bother her when she is touched, she will ruin the people around her and make her understand her place.
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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