“Even though I may find out what the situation is and ensure that Yeongin doesn’t suffer any harm, if I don’t know, she might get hurt. I hope Miss Ahn Haeyoon doesn’t blame herself for not telling me today.”
Under the subtle threat, Haeyoon couldn’t hold out any longer.
“May I ask you one thing as well?”
Seonghyuk nodded silently.
“Besides the personal friendship of being brother’s friend and college senior, is there something more between you and Yeongin?”
He had a rough idea but needed a clear answer to justify his actions today.
“I like Yeongin a lot.”
“Is it more than just being friends…?”
Haeyoon started to feel confused again about whether it was a one-sided emotion or mutual.
“Not yet.”
Seonghyuk didn’t explicitly mention that they used to date.
“Oh, even if you haven’t started dating, Team Leader also has the same feelings as the CEO, right?”
Whether it was a one-sided or mutual emotion was crucial to Haeyoon.
“Ask Yeongin directly later.”
Was it because of the confidence emanating from his smile?
Haeyoon felt a sense of certainty even though she hadn’t received a clear answer.
“CEO, do you know that Baek Heeran is the daughter of the Sungmyung Construction chairman?”
“Yes.”
Seonghyuk was aware of the relationship between Baek Heeran and Oh Changgeun. After taking office as the representative of SL Entertainment, he gathered information using his connections for risk management, and in the process, he learned about the relationship between the two.
Amidst his busy schedule meeting various people, Changgeun’s diligence, even involving Yeongin, didn’t escape Seonghyuk’s notice.
“One of the chairman’s sons, who is the head of the main office, said he doesn’t want to be involved with SL Entertainment anymore because he doesn’t like it. So, he said he can’t give any more advertisements to Baek Heeran, who is affiliated with SL Entertainment.”
Upon hearing Haeyoon’s words, Seonghyuk initially thought that Changgeun, who became petty after learning he had become the CEO of SL Entertainment, sought petty revenge. However, as he listened, something seemed odd.
“How does that have anything to do with Baek Heeran bothering Yeongin?”
“The reason he dislikes SL Entertainment is because of our team leader. I don’t know the details, but considering how angry he got because of the team leader, there must have been something between the chairman’s son and our team leader.”
Seonghyuk sensed that the cowardly and malicious Changgeun was using Baek Heeran to vent his anger on Yeongin.
“Did Yeongin hear about this?”
“I don’t think so. Our team leader tries to handle everything on her own, and she doesn’t easily show when things are difficult, as you mentioned.”
“Then?”
“There’s an employee in Team 2 who has become close with us. That employee heard from Baek Heeran’s on-site manager. The on-site manager overheard Baek Heeran and Team Leader Jo Hyeonsim talking secretly.”
They say love blooms even in times of war.
In the midst of the cold war between Teams 5 and 2, Haeyoon was in the middle of a ‘some’ with the deputy team leader of Team 2. The employee who had become close to her was none other than the deputy team leader.
“That’s all I know.”
“Thank you. It’s been a big help.”
“But, CEO…”
Carefully observing Seonghyuk’s reaction, Haeyoon cautiously spoke.
“Team Leader Chae Yeongin is not someone to be taken lightly. I don’t know what she’s thinking right now, but she won’t just take it lying down.”
“So, I shouldn’t intervene?”
“I don’t think Team Leader wants you to intervene.”
He hadn’t immediately stepped in to ask for something. He had shared his feelings, pretending to be powerless, so that he could understand the situation and step in at the right moment.
“I’ll keep that in mind.”
Seonghyuk also shared Haeyoon’s thoughts. He believed that Yeongin would handle things well.
So, for now, he decided to watch. However, it didn’t mean he would leave the vile and petty Changgeun alone.
After Haeyoon left the office, he made a call somewhere.
“Director Nam, how is my father’s schedule today?”
SL Group Headquarters Chairman’s Office.
Leaning back on the sofa and reviewing approval documents, Chairman Cha finished signing, took off his glasses, and placed them along with the approval board on the table. Then, he turned his eyes to Seonghyuk, who had arrived a little while ago and was quietly waiting for the approval process to finish.
“What brings you here, even to the company?”
“I have a personal request.”
“A request?”
It was the first time Cha recognized a request from his son’s mouth, and a hint of surprise flickered in his eyes.
“Let’s hear it.”
Seonghyuk, as if he had been waiting, cut to the chase.
“I’ve heard that SL Construction and some other construction companies are discussing the formation of a consortium related to the development of the land district.”
“I’ve been informed that it’s in the final stages.”
“Seongmyung Construction also wants to participate in the consortium.”
“I see.”
“Exclude Seongmyung from the deal.”
Seonghyuk’s plan was to ruin the project led by Changgeun.
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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