“You two were together.”
Yustia’s head snapped at the sudden voice. Then, Dwayne’s figure entering the greenhouse from the entrance became visible.
Her fingertips, which had gone beyond her will, trembled. Facing Dwayne, it was like a conditioned reflex to stand up.
“…Duke, it’s been a while.”
“Yeah, Young Lady. I heard you were focusing on recovering and taking it easy, but it seems like your health has improved quite a bit during that time.”
Dwayne sat down next to Yustia and stared fixedly at Relia. Both Yustia and Relia shuddered, including Yustia.
“Thanks to your concern, I’ve recovered a lot.”
“It doesn’t seem like it’s been that long since we saw each other with the Empress, but if you’ve recovered that much in the meantime, the illness wasn’t that serious.”
“That, well…”
Relia glanced hesitantly at Yustia. It seemed like a signal for help. However, Yustia was in a position no different from Relia in front of Dwayne.
Dwayne might not have known that he looked more ridiculous to Yustia. It was fortunate if he didn’t embarrass himself in front of Relia by adding unnecessary words.
“By the way, what were you two discussing together so early in the morning?”
Dwayne, continuing the conversation with Relia, suddenly turned the arrow towards Yustia. Even though Yustia was already tense, she quickly blinked her eyelids.
“We were just enjoying tea together.”
“Is that so early in the morning.”
Although Dwayne had a kind smile on his face, Yustia knew exactly. How dangerous the dagger-like sharpness concealed in that smile was.
She couldn’t say anything willingly. Dwayne’s criticism had some validity. It was too early in the morning for it to be just a casual teatime, as he pointed out.
It wasn’t intentional, but since Relia arrived earlier than expected, this scene might look like a secret meeting rather than enjoying tea and having a chat.
Moreover, it was not just anyone; it was a meeting with Relia. It was natural for Dwayne to find it suspicious.
Yustia busily turned her head. Whatever answer she gave, it would be a losing proposition. However, even so, she had to think of the best way not to look ridiculous in front of Relia.
Yustia’s hesitating attitude prompted Dwayne to show his patience, and the wrinkles on the Duke’s forehead became as fierce as a beast’s when it gets angry.
Relia, who had been quietly watching the two, intervened with a thoroughly tense face.
“If Your Majesty is fine, we were discussing everything that will happen going forward. I promise not to make the same mistake again, but I also want to be prepared for any unforeseen circumstances… And if Your Majesty helps, I’m sure I can win back Young Lady’s heart in a short time.”
Relia’s hesitation was evident, but she conveyed her thoughts without wavering. While the words were not as satisfactory as her thoughts, it was commendable to abandon all pride and make such a request.
Yustia responded with a sly smile, representing her answer, and turned her gaze back to the teacup. It seemed she could enjoy the tea with a more relaxed mind than ever.
In a moment when she was about to sip the tea while inhaling the aroma rising with warmth, an unexpectedly uncomfortable voice echoed in the greenhouse.
Dwayne stared at Relia for a while with narrowed eyes and then turned his head towards Yustia. His gaze seemed to question if Relia’s words were accurate.
After taking a deep breath a few times, Yustia nodded.
“Father would already know that I enjoy tea every morning. Nevertheless, even I was quite surprised when I arrived at the greenhouse. It’s not easy to be unsurprised when Young Lady, whom I agreed to meet at lunchtime, has arrived so early.”
She said she would speak as calmly as possible, but she couldn’t hide the fear that had already eaten into her heart.
Having shown such a sight in front of Relia, it hurt her pride, but Yustia maintained the smile she made for Dwayne until the end.
Dwayne couldn’t erase the suspicion in his eyes for a long time. He looked back and forth between Relia and Yustia several times, seeming to dispel doubts in the unchanging, relaxed appearance of the two.
However, Dwayne’s voice thrown at Relia without warning still remained low.
“You recovered so quickly while I blinked my eyes. It’s fortunate that your health wasn’t as bad as I thought.”
“…”
“Nevertheless, don’t let your guard down. Until the newly formed place is completely healed, even a small shock can be fatal.”
Dwayne spoke with a smiling expression as if worrying about Relia’s health. However, his tone was full of intimidation, and it even sounded sinister.
Because of that, Relia felt like she was receiving the punishment for Yustia’s reversed role without Dwayne’s permission.
Without even giving a polite answer saying she would take it to heart, she just bowed her head. Even that alone would have been enough of an answer for Dwayne. He didn’t bring up the conversation to hear words like “I’ll listen carefully” in the first 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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