Sister, I'm the Queen This Life (330 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 83
Ariadne had an immediate premonition that today would be the day her hands would be stained with blood when Cardinal de Mare mentioned “cleaning up.”
Cardinal de Mare had many enemies within the Church—none other than Pope Ludovico himself, the head of the Imperial Scripture Office, stood among them.
Pope Ludovico, leader of the New Faction, had long been watching for an opportunity to eliminate Cardinal de Mare, who served as the vanguard of the Old Faction and the leader of the Etruscan bishops.
If word ever got out that black magic had been practiced in the cardinal’s residence, it would spell utter ruin.
Aside from the Gypsy fortune teller, only Cardinal de Mare, Lucrezia, Ariadne, Arabella, butler Nicolo, and head maid Giada knew the full truth behind this scandalous incident of black magic performed in the cardinal’s home.
Her family members, all equally liable to be crucified and burned alive if this news ever leaked, could—at least for now—be trusted. They were all irrevocably trapped in the same boat.
The only one causing concern among them was Lucrezia. It wasn’t malice so much as her inability to distinguish friend from foe—no one could predict which way she might turn. Fortunately, she was currently confined to the Bergamo estate, making it unlikely she would talk.
That left only butler Nicolo and head maid Giada.
“⋯⋯.”
Ariadne stared blankly at Giada, who was diligently sweeping and cleaning the room as if to prove her own usefulness.
Nicolo could be trusted—he was precisely the one Cardinal de Mare had originally appointed to restrain Lucrezia’s reckless behavior.
Besides, it was obvious that her father still trusted the butler. Nicolo was not someone Ariadne needed to deal with today.
Giada, however, Lucrezia’s loyal confidante… Ariadne believed that when Cardinal de Mare said, “Handle the cleanup yourself,” he meant for her to silence Giada by killing her.
Giada, who was unaware of anything and busily cleaning with brisk movements, looked pitiful.
In truth, even if the cardinal’s intention had been to spare Giada, Ariadne would still have had to deal with her today. Giada was Lucrezia’s most devoted servant—this was the perfect chance to cut off Lucrezia’s limbs.
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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I’m still curious of what Alphonso meant by the last chapter
I’m still curious of what Alphonso meant by the last chapter
So Alphonso is misunderstanding now?