The Price is Everything of Yours (76 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 184
Beneath a ceiling so high it seemed untouchable even by stacking ten men, a massive censer hung, exhaling fragrance.
Though spring blossoms had not yet fully bloomed, the temple was lush with the scents of various rare woods. Red petals from precious camellias caught the multicolored sunlight filtering through stained glass.
The bride’s white veil was as sheer as a cicada’s wing—an exquisite masterpiece only a master artisan could create after years of labor.
A band studded with pearl-sized beads, dignified and elegant as a crown, adorned the veil: it fell to her chest in front and trailed longer than the hem of her wedding gown behind.
The dress itself was dazzling white as snow, its wide skirt and bodice shimmering with countless white gems. Shoes crafted from the same fabric bore pearls and diamonds embedded like fully bloomed flowers across their toes.
Though each item alone would have stirred gossip in Ulevis for decades, they all paled before the bride, who wore them without the slightest hint of timidity.
Beyond the veil, platinum blonde hair glimmered like dawn’s first light. And beneath that same veil, deep Tyrian purple eyes gazed steadily forward.
Fewer than ten people attended the ceremony, including two young priests assisting with the rites. Even the pipe organ, adorned with crystal and gold, remained silent.
Yet no one present thought the occasion shabby or lonely.
Len, newly elected Pope less than thirty minutes prior—the youth soon to be known as Renus I—wore a sacred smile. Beside him stood the man who would become the groom that day.
His raven-black hair contrasted with eyes as bright and gray as white diamonds. His features embodied the very essence of beauty sought by classical sculpture.
Tall but not bulky, his frame was tightly honed, conveying both the ease of a well-fed predator and flawless composure.
Across the chest of his white uniform, twisted golden cords and ornate knots gleamed. Beneath his cinched belt and black velvet trousers, firm yet lean muscles flexed subtly.
His beautiful face, fully revealed beneath swept-back hair, never once lost sight of his bride—not even for a moment—as if nothing else in the world deserved his glance.
Her steps toward him, from the chapel’s entrance, were confident, graceful, and perfectly measured. Yet to the man awaiting her, they were too slow.
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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The male lead being so proud of his wife is honestly adorable, even when he gets jealous.
And the female lead is so elegant and beautiful—I can’t wait to see this scene illustrated
Haha, did the ML really just say that to the FL? He’s so cute when he gets a little jealous.
Can’t wait for next chapter
The ML is so considerate of his wife. He treats her with so much care and gentleness, even when she doesn’t say a word—he just understands her. He’s honestly so perfect, I can’t 😭
I really hope the FL can overcome these painful feelings soon. I can’t bear to watch her suffer this much. 💔