“See you next lesson. I have important matters to attend to.”
“The exit is that way……?”
“I can only do what I said within Rose Palace!”
Walter sprinted toward his lab, leaving a confused Raven behind.
Of course, the important matter he referred to was meeting Sione.
Unfortunately, it wasn’t she who welcomed him in the lab.
“Huh, what brings you here? I thought I wouldn’t see you until I leave. What a surprise.”
“……It’s been a while, Elga.”
Walter glanced around the lab as Elga tutted.
“You came to see my apprentice, I assume. How rude. Have you forgotten who raised you?”
“You raised Sione, not me. I was planning on visiting you soon anyway.”
“Don’t make excuses. If it were a few days later, I would’ve already left the kingdom.”
“What are you talking about?”
Elga had planned to return to the mountains after completing a necessary potion for Bella, but she was staying longer at Rose Palace to gather information about the border.
She would have preferred to stay by the sides of her granddaughters Bella and Sione, but she didn’t have much time.
“As I said, my urgent matters are settled. I have to go.”
“There are people lining up to see you. Why don’t you stay a bit longer?”
“I dislike the fuss. I’ll leave quietly, just as I came. Let only you know.”
“You don’t plan to meet Lord before leaving?”
“We already spoke when we last met. Here, I’ve written a brief letter. Pass it on for me. I was worried about Sione and Vlady not getting along, so this works out well.”
Receiving the letter, Walter sighed softly.
The idea of hearing complaints from those around him after Elga’s departure loomed before him.
Returning to the palace without meeting Sione, a dispirited Walter headed for the reception hall.
Handing the letter to Vlady, who was dealing with state affairs, Vlady chuckled after opening the envelope.
“It seems Elga has aged. Treating my daughter like her granddaughter.”
“What does the letter say that makes you say so?”
“Why don’t you read it for yourself?”
Walter slowly read the words written on the paper.
The contents of the letter were simpler than he had thought.
It was a request to finally set Bella free.
[The princess’s ailments are all resolved.Although she will need the help of the potion I developed, she will be fit for outdoor activities.
By the way, your daughter, who I’ve observed closely, is very adorable.
Her appearance is lovely, and her eyes are so twinkling that I’d like to consider her as my granddaughter.
I understand the protective sentiment, but listen; it’s high time to let her go.
I believe you will understand what I’m getting at.]
To dare call it ‘protective sentiment’ in front of Vlady.
Worried he might be offended, Walter studied his expression, but fortunately, Vlady didn’t seem to be particularly upset.
“When did Helga say she would leave the monastery?”
“She said she would return to the mountains within a few days, although I don’t know the exact date.”
“After she leaves, send a message to Rose Palace to grant the princess her freedom, as Helga suggested.”
“You mean…?”
While Walter hesitated, Vlady, who had burned Helga’s letter with magic, blurted out something surprising.
“It’s a new royal decree. Announce the lifting of Rose Palace’s seclusion order, allowing the princess to enjoy the rights befitting a royal.”
Soon after, the day came for Helga to return to the mountains.
I prepared to say goodbye with a slightly regretful feeling.
It hadn’t been a long time, but the hasty farewell felt somewhat disappointing.
“Please come down from the mountain more often, Master. I’ll prepare lots of food you like.”
“Heh heh, that sounds tempting.”
Watching the two exchange goodbyes, I ran over to where Helga was.
Gripping the sleeve of her clothes as if to say something, she bent down to meet my eyes.
“What is it? Do you have something to say?”
“Granny, come back soon. I’ll grow a lot by then.”
“What? Heh heh, this is…”
Although she always joked about being called ‘sister’, Helga just smiled softly.
Feeling a bit awkward, as if I was pushing too hard, I was relieved to see smiles appear on the faces of those around us.
“I’ll have to visit more often, just to see how much you’ve grown. I’m looking forward to my next visit.”
“Don’t be too surprised. I’ll grow up fast.”
“Alright, I’ll keep that in mind.”
Patting my head, Helga picked up her small bag and left Rose Palace.
After Helga left, the once vibrant Rose Palace became quiet again.
The chef, who used to flaunt his hidden skills at every meal, seemed listless, and the palace staff who had been busy decorating the interiors and gardens also seemed to be feeling empty.
Though she had her quirks, I couldn’t say I disliked the easygoing and free-spirited Helga, so I found myself thinking about her from time to time.
A few days of readjusting to the returned normality passed.
Then, suddenly, shocking news arrived at Rose Palace.
“Wow, it’s a royal decree!! The Lord has lifted the seclusion order!”
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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