“Yep! Let’s make a super super cool family pot!”
[Star Icon]“How’s it going? Any progress?”
“Yes. Just got a call from the site. Live broadcast starts in ten minutes.”
“You prepared everything properly, right? The guy is reliable?”
“Absolutely. He’s just a nobody who scraped by, never had a decent job even in his 40s. He survives by repairing nets and boats, but a few years ago he injured his hand and can’t work properly, so his circumstances are…”
“Ah, enough. Why are you reciting the life story of such a worthless person?”
“Sorry…”
The man, who had always been under scrutiny, humbly bowed his head.
Bak Sera waved him off, indicating that he could leave now.
She was planning to enjoy the show alone from now on.
Min Seol Won. The downfall of that thorn in her side.
As the man hastily left, Bak Sera moved to a comfortable sofa, turning on her phone screen to a clear view.
The gift she had prepared was about to flow on that screen.
Against a backdrop of island scenery, a man stood awkwardly, fiddling with his noticeable mustache.
Even though his eyes were blurred out, his unease was palpable.
“Just tell the truth, that’s all you need to do.”
“Yes. Just repeat what you told us. We heard that Min Seol Won, the minor wife of the Chaeun Group, used to live on this island, right?”
“…Yes.”
As the red recording button on the screen blinked, Bak Sera’s eyes sparkled fiercely.
She was excitedly anticipating the revelations soon to come from this rough man’s mouth.
Soon, Min Seol Won would be branded as a dirty and despicable woman to the world.
Moreover, with such allegations, even Kwon Chae Ha wouldn’t be able to look at his wife without suspicion.
“Hehe….”
The large cubic zirconia on her fingernail was dazzling today.
Bak Sera, she was on the verge of a glittering victory.
“So the rumors are true? She escaped to this island and secretly set up a household with a man, right?”
“Ah, well, about that…”
As if the man was right in front of her, Bak Sera glared fiercely at him.
She had given him money he could never dream of touching in his lifetime, yet why was he hesitating? She was starting to get irritated.
He should just rattle off what he was instructed to, no need for dilly-dallying.
Then, finally, the man, who had been stroking his mustache, spoke up.
“It’s true that she lived on this island. Came here about five years ago, I think.”
“Yes. So, she lived with a man? Secretly?”
“…Not with a man, but with a child. With her own son.”
“What? That’s different from… No, not that… What do you mean?”
“Seems like there’s been a misunderstanding. She never set up a household with anyone. All of us islanders know that.”
“….What?”
Bak Sera abruptly stood up from the sofa.
The scene on the screen was unfolding in a way she never expected.
Soon, a man pushed his face closer to the screen.
“Someone seems to be spreading harmful rumors, but nothing of the sort ever happened!”
“But, people say you were coming and going from her house… and they called you ‘Dad’?”
“Our island is small. We don’t keep to ourselves. If there’s something to be done, we help each other out. And to the island kids, we’re all like dads!”
“What kind of nonsense is that… Ah, there! Step back, please!”
The YouTuber, flustered, tried to restrain the man, but he was already pointing and shouting at the camera.
“No matter how much money is involved, we can’t forgive those who demean our islanders! Ms. Min Seol Won and the Choi family aren’t involved in any scandalous relationship. Instead, they’re precious connections, lifesavers…”
“We’re ending this broadcast here!”
The screen suddenly went off.
At the same time, Bak Sera’s mind went blank.
But it was only for a moment, and then she nervously started chewing and spitting out the cubic zirconia from her nails.
Forgetting about her company, she screamed out loud.
“Where are you? Come here now! Explain this, quickly! Explain!”
Her scream was almost like a wail.
[Star Icon]“What happened?”
“We proceeded as you instructed. They cooperated as promised.”
Director Jung played the recently recorded YouTuber’s video for Chae Ha.
He watched it emotionlessly.
In less than five minutes, the video ended abruptly with a shaking screen.
Handing the tablet back to Director Jung, Chae Ha muttered softly, “A bond formed by saving lives.”
Director Jung stepped closer, straining to hear his faint voice.
However, Chae Ha quickly changed the subject.
“Did you properly hand over the money? Made sure they won’t talk?”
“Yes, of course. I offered double what they were expecting, and they grabbed it eagerly. It’s repulsive, pretending to be noble after taking the money.”
“One cannot expect basic conscience from everyone. Dealing with such people with money is the most effective way.”
“What should we do? Surely it’s Bak Sera’s scheme, but again, there’s no trace of who gave them the money. They’re definitely getting help from Baek Jae Young, who seems to be quite adept at using the underworld.”
Director Jung, frustrated, clenched the tablet.
Seeing this, Chae Ha whispered low and chillingly.
“One by one, as she faces failures and setbacks, there will come a time when she loses her rationale. That’s when she’ll expose herself. We just need to not miss that moment.”
Indeed. The moment to catch Bak Sera.
Chae Ha would never forgive the woman who, undoubtedly, had pushed Seol Won to that island.
“So, let’s just watch her struggle in vain for now.”
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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