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Although he seemed adept at hiding his emotions compared to the other scoundrels who had been hovering around her, trying to say a word to her, he seemed more dangerous.

Like an instinct of those born with the same nature, Herdin felt it and twisted his mouth in response.

“Oh, are you an expert in that field, entertaining the madam?”

It was a statement treating Mikhail as a host entertaining the lady.

Even though it was an obvious mockery, Mikhail’s expression remained unchanged. For someone who had worked as a bartender for a long time, it was not a significant blow.

However, Blair, or so it seemed, with a slight frown between her delicate eyebrows, responded, “Herdin, don’t speak like that.”
“Superficially, aren’t you representing your government? It was a compliment for doing a good job.”

Her dissatisfaction was evident on every side, but Herdin ignored it and continued with his intended words.

“Anyway, that plan doesn’t seem like a good idea. Did you completely overlook the conversation we had a few days ago?”

In response to Herdin’s sharp words, Blair suddenly recalled the conversation he had a few days ago.

He didn’t want a third party to know about the contract marriage. And there was a reason behind that statement.

The more potential scandal partners there were, the more people who knew the secret.

As he said, this was a deceitful play to fool the Emperor. It was equally dangerous and required careful handling.

But other than this, there seemed to be no alternative to proceed with their divorce.

Herdin seized the moment of Blair being lost in thought and spoke to Mikhail.

“You seem to have received a substantial amount of money. Won’t you regret it?”

“…”

“You’re even the lover of the princess. What do you think the Empress would do when the scandal breaks out?”

“…”

“I don’t want to involve someone who’s averse to our affairs.”

At first glance, it might sound like he was expressing concern for Mikhail, but in reality, it was a threatening statement.

However, the one who reacted to these words was not Mikhail but Blair.

Her plan was only to use Mikhail and the guild members to tarnish her own reputation, not to keep him as her lover until the end.
That’s too risky.

But if it’s revealed that they represent their own government, they will undoubtedly face the blame of many people, just like Herdin mocked him a moment ago.

‘It’s not natural to be blamed just because I paid them the agreed-upon amount.’

He felt a renewed sense of guilt, wondering if he had unwittingly involved people who were averse to their affairs, as Herdin suggested.

Seeing Blair hesitate, Mikhail, without much concern, laughed and replied, “Once this matter is settled, I plan to leave the Empire as well. I appreciate your concern, but you don’t have to worry about it.”

Look at this.

Upon hearing Mikhail’s words, a sarcastic smile appeared on Herdin’s lips.

Herdin could clearly read the intention behind Mikhail’s attempt to alleviate Blair’s guilt.

Moreover, Mikhail’s words, which seemed to be planning for life after the divorce between him and Blair, sharply scratched at Herdin’s feelings.

“Well, I’d be grateful if you throw your life to help.”

Herdin mentioned ‘life’ as if assuming that things had gone wrong. Even if Mikhail didn’t buy into that statement, it was enough to shake Blair.

Just then, the faint sound of a bell announcing the hour echoed from the square. Checking his wristwatch, Herdin put down his glass.

“I should be going now.”

He stood up and addressed Blair, “Madam is busy with the party preparations. I will escort you to the mansion.”
Blair still wore an unpleasant expression, but ultimately, she had no choice but to follow him.

For now, on the surface, he was still her husband.

However, this fact didn’t give him any sense of superiority.

“Then, please have a look, Your Highness.”

Mikhail, who stood up behind her, nodded to Herdin. It was a polite but not subservient greeting.

Ignoring Mikhail and leaving him behind, Herdin turned first. He heard Blair addressing Moore as they followed.

After finishing his calculations and stepping out first, Herdin lit a cigarette and asked after the cigar had burned halfway.

By the time the cigar was half-smoked, Blair emerged from the cafe. Seeing her, Herdin spoke.

“Please, take a seat first.”

But Blair didn’t get into the carriage. Instead, she approached him.

The stubbornly closed, dusky lips stood out against her fair face. It was the expression she made when something displeased her.

“Herdin.”

Finally calling his name, she couldn’t resist coughing repeatedly as if trying to suppress the smoke. Despite her coughing fit, she showed no intention of stepping back.

Her persistent demeanor as his wife irritated him.

Eventually, Herdin dropped the half-smoked cigar to the ground, extinguishing it.

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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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