“From some time ago, there’s been something I’ve wanted to say…”
“…”
“…I’m sorry.”
At the sudden apology, Inho’s pupils shook faintly.
Staring intently at Sujin, who seemed to have an inexplicable intention, he couldn’t discern.
“I was too young back then to understand what ‘baeddoljeogori’ meant. I was upset because I thought you took my toy, but I didn’t know you would be drawn away like that.”
“… ”
“Saying I didn’t know is just an excuse, I know. Still, I wanted to say it.”
“… ”
“… I didn’t want you to get scolded. I’m sorry, truly.”
An unknown story from the sisters flowed through Sujin’s voice to Inho.
Though he didn’t know the details, the feeling that the apology was sincere strongly rushed over him.
“It’s sincere.”
Sujin’s moist pupils vibrated slightly.
Inho, without saying anything, only showed a subtle smile.
That was the best he could do now.
Even though she seemed to be pretending to be Yeon, this issue didn’t seem like something he should answer for her.
A fleeting atmosphere of nostalgia spread.
Perhaps because it was awkward, Sujin hastily picked up the tray and left.
Soon, the room became quiet again, and Inho looked at the place where Sujin had been standing until recently.
A wry smile escaped him.
And, for a moment, he felt a bit relieved.
It seemed like Sujin, who spent an undoubtedly unusual time here, wanted to stay as a family, at least belatedly.
“Oh, I miss her.”
She unintentionally came to mind, and the longing deepened.
Inho closed his eyes tightly, intending to soothe his heart by picturing her in his mind.
“We are a bit late.”
Opening the tightly closed sliding door, two middle-aged men revealed themselves.
Yeongseon, who had arrived first, stood up from her seat, and Suyeon followed suit.
“No, we also arrived a little while ago. Please, have a seat.”
Yeongseon greeted them elegantly with a refined smile.
Soon, all the seats were filled, and Taesin Construction’s representative, Kang Hyeonjung, spoke first.
“This is Director Kim Jintae from the Electronics Business Division.”
“Nice to meet you. I’m Kim Jintae.”
In response to Kang’s introduction, Jintae politely exchanged greetings.
“Nice to meet you. You probably already know about me, and this is also familiar, right? He’s our youngest son. Inho, say hello.”
Accepting Jintae’s greeting with grace, Yeongseon turned her head to look at her son.
In a situation where he had been quietly observing, Suyeon subtly took a deep breath and greeted them politely.
“Hello. I’m Seo Inho.”
With a calm voice and refined demeanor, there were no excesses in his appearance to suggest that he was Inho.
When Jintae responded with a nod, Hyeonjung’s voice came next.
“Nice to meet you. I’m Kang Hyeonjung.”
Suyeon turned her head towards the source of the sound. There, she saw Hyunjung, wearing a friendly smile.
Apart from a few more wrinkles, he looked just as she remembered. The unchanged appearance, coupled with the gentle aura he exuded, made her heart feel warm and fuzzy.
Old scenes from the past flashed in her mind. The first time she met Hyunjung was when she was in the second grade of elementary school.
“Are you Suyeon? You’re pretty.”
He had just finished a meeting with Dad and Seojae when he noticed Suyeon, bent down, aligning his eyes with hers.
Suyeon could never forget the feeling she had at that moment. Her heart raced, and tears welled up in joy. It had been so long since she had seen an adult interested in her, not as a newborn like Sujin, but with a warm greeting.
So, when Hyunjung warmly greeted her again, she couldn’t respond. Even on a few subsequent occasions when she met Hyunjung, it was always a brief greeting, and they would either head straight into the office with Dad or discuss work.
“You came all the way here for me. Thank you. I know it’s impolite, but I asked Mom to make the request.”
That was what Hyunjung, who hadn’t changed a bit, was saying to me with a constant smile.
Even though it made Suyeon extremely nervous, she clenched her hands tightly under the table, trying to steady her emotions.
“No, it’s my honor that you wanted to meet me.”
“You’re much more masculine and handsome than on TV. We just met, but your personality seems good too. I’m glad. You seem like a much better person than I had thought.”
Suyeon blinked without responding. Hyunjung’s words, filled with praise, carried a strange atmosphere.
Whether he sensed the meaning of the silence, or belatedly explaining, Hyunjung continued.
“Oh, actually, I was curious because you are Suyeon’s husband. I don’t know if Suyeon remembers me, but for some reason, I always remembered Suyeon oddly.”
“… ”
“Even after getting a younger sibling and having all the attention stolen by my parents, Suyeon continued to be brave, funny, and always laughed. Well, in many ways, he’s a memorable kid.”
“… ”
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…
——
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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