Even knowing that my husband had another woman, and that my former lover had returned, my daily life did not particularly change. No. To be exact, it had to be that way.
As elegant and beautiful as I tried to appear, the social world was not much different from the wild.
If I left any hint of weakness, they would all rush in like starving hyenas and tear apart everything I have.
Just as it had been a long time ago.
“Hmm…”
In times like this, I knew I had to get along well with Beke.
As the Duke and Duchess of Craiton showed how well they got along, the rumors would die down.
I let out a rough breath and weakly lowered my head.
The hair that slipped down blocked my view like a prison fence.
I knew better than anyone.
Despite what was visible on the outside, my daily life was shaking.
As soon as I realized that the face of the maid combing my hair was beautiful, I could no longer leave work to her, and I contemplated writing a letter of introduction several times the moment I saw Beke chatting with the housemaid.
Even though my husband didn’t change a bit as usual.
I slowly picked up the ring that was on the makeup table.
The wedding ring that I had worn every day since marrying Beke had lost its shine due to the passage of time.
“Make a decision, Duchess of Craiton. Your decision will change many things.”
I could no longer look at the ring and covered it with my hand.
The solid sensation pressing against my palm was enough to bring back memories of that day.
I slowly spread my hand and put the ring on my ring finger.
As before, I couldn’t just do nothing and lose everything powerlessly.
This time too, I had something to protect.
[This is the time separator]I stood quietly with my arms crossed, looking up at the wall, and stopped my gaze at one spot.
On the wall were lined the portraits of the former Dukes of Craiton, but there was no place for my father.
The sternlooking portrait of Beke occupied the place where my father should have been.
“Kevin.”
“Yes, madam.”
“When is Beke coming?”
“He said he was having dinner for a deal with Count Naret.”
“Is that so? Then I should eat separately today.”
I replied but couldn’t take my eyes off the portrait.
The face of my father, who had no portrait left, was now becoming blurry.
“Should I prepare a meal?”
“No. There’s no need. I had an appointment too.”
“An appointment? May I ask where you’re going?”
“The Craiton Hotel.”
“…….”
“Why, is there a problem?”
“No, I will prepare the carriage right away.”
Kevin bowed his waist hurriedly and left the place.
I watched the retreating figure of the old butler, tightening my lips.
[This is the time separator]“Ma, madam?!”
“Did you see a ghost? Why are you so surprised?”
“That’s because you suddenly came without any contact, I was wondering if something big had happened.”
The manager rubbed his two hands and laughed awkwardly.
“I have a dinner appointment.”
I slowly looked over the interior of the hotel lobby.
As the top hotel in the capital, the lobby was gorgeous and neat.
At a glance, there was nothing particularly disturbing.
“Is there any problem with the operation?”
“With you taking good care of us, what problem could there be?”
“I’ve heard you’re not paying attention to the hotel because you’re working on other businesses.”
“Speaking of which, I haven’t seen you in a while. Is everything okay? Please visit us later when you have time.”
“Sure. I’ll do that.”
I showed a calm smile and turned my body.
But my hand holding the fan was full of strength.
I had expected it, but confirming it made me feel dirty all over again.
Beke’s lie was more cunning than I thought.
“Have you arrived?”
Entering the designated room, I saw familiar faces.
Then, I finally released the strength from my hand.
“Cheshire. Rose.”
“We’ve missed you, sister!”
As I embraced Rose, who jumped into my arms, I smiled at Cheshire who was visible behind her.
“Have both of you been well?”
“Of course. You’ll be surprised if you know what I did this time? This time.”
“I found what you asked for, sister.”
“Cheshire, you! I’m talking.”
“If I listen to your chatter all day, I’ll never get to the point.”
Cheshire grabbed the back of Rose’s head, pulled her away from me, and handed me the envelope she had brought.
“It’s what you asked for.”
“Thank you.”
“You’re welcome. If it’s a favor from you, sister, we’ll do anything. Just let us know what you need. We’re close enough for that.”
Cheshire extended the envelope to me once again with a sly grin.
Instead of accepting the envelope, I just raised my head.
“Actually, I have another favor to ask.”
“I’ve told you before. If it’s something you need, I’ll do anything.”
“……”
“Is it a difficult thing to ask?”
I looked up at Cheshire, who was tilting his head.
I thought of him as just a child, but his neatly slicked back hair made him look quite like a man.
I hesitated for a moment, then slowly opened my mouth.
I didn’t want to ask for this favor, but I had no one else I could trust.
“I need you to find someone.”
“A person?”
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?
——
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!”
——
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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