Ji-hyeon Jeong was genuinely flustered. The gentle smile disappeared, replaced by furrowed brows. She then decided not to hide her true colors anymore.
“You’ve grown up, huh?”
Her eyes were provocative as she continued.
“You think you’re above everyone just because your drama had a bit of success. You’ll fail soon. Be careful.”
“What do you really want to say?”
“Don’t give your heart back to Tae-seok. I called you here to warn you. He might be a bit unsettled seeing you after two years, but he’ll get over it. Remember our agreement.”
Yeoreum smirked.
“Then you should also stick to the agreement.”
“What?”
“You asked me to break up with him two years ago. I even gave up on the drama I was about to debut in and disappeared. What did you say then? You promised he wouldn’t appear before me again.”
“But…”
“So why are you letting him bother me now? It’s tiring and unpleasant. Technically, you’re breaking our agreement.”
The job seeker who used to sob at similar threats in this very place was gone. Yeoreum was now an experienced professional.
“If this continues, I won’t cast any HJ actors in my dramas.”
She had lost love two years ago, but she didn’t want to suffer any more damage to her pride because of Ji-hyeon Jeong.
Yeoreum wanted to protect herself. She wanted to show that she couldn’t be easily messed with anymore and, if possible, receive an apology.
With determination in her eyes, Yeoreum stood firm. Ji-hyeon Jeong was momentarily shaken by her attitude but quickly regained composure and sneered.
“How amusing.”
Putting down her coffee cup, she said,
“So, you’re not a child anymore? Came here all excited to get back at me?”
Talking to herself, she nodded.
“Bold of you, but you’re forgetting something. Remember the card I hold? In our relationship, you can never be the dominant one.”
Smirking with a triumphant smile, she played her card.
Again, she brings up that topic. A cruel woman. The reason Yeoreum had no choice but to break up with Tae-seok, crying her eyes out, was because of that despicable card.
As Yeoreum’s expression gradually hardened, Ji-hyeon Jeong’s face lit up with a more significant, satisfied smile.
“Keep messing around, and what? Shall I expose Tae-seok’s thing to the media?”
Yeoreum clenched her fists tightly.
That day, Ji-hyeon Jeong had threatened her, insisting she break up with Tae-seok. Otherwise, she said, Tae-seok’s life would gradually crumble.
Ji-hyeon Jeong had a few weapons that could shake Tae-seok’s life. No matter how much Yeoreum racked her brain, she saw no other way but to graciously break up, just as Ji-hyeon Jeong said.
When Yeoreum couldn’t decide by the given date, the infamous Tae-seok tax evasion scandal broke out.
For the first time in his life, which had always been at the top and filled with praise, sharp criticisms rained down. Movies, commercials, dramas, all scheduled events were canceled.
“How about it, Choi Yeoreum? Still bearable? This is just the beginning. Want to see more?”
Unable to watch any longer, Yeoreum eventually broke down in tears.
“No, please stop. I’ll break up. I’ll leave. Just don’t shake him.”
A job-seeking girl with nothing couldn’t cling to a top star and cause his downfall. Yeoreum had to give up on Tae-seok.
Now, as a proper drama writer, she thought she would never have to write such a clichéd plot.
A plot that seemed like it belonged in a 90s drama.
She had broken up with him because she loved him. And this vile woman was still taunting her with that card.
“I called you to warn you. Don’t flirt around Tae-seok, just write the script. If you get entangled again, it won’t end with just a warning.”
Ji-hyeon Jeong narrowed her eyes as she spoke. Yeoreum was frustrated that she couldn’t tell anyone about her true nature. Eventually, she couldn’t prevent Tae-seok from calling her and ended up being tormented by Ji-hyeon Jeong from behind.
She’s going to maintain the nice sister facade with Tae-seok till the end.
“Answer me.”
Tears welled up, but not wanting to be seen, she bit her lip.
“Not answering? Should I show you again? Secretary Kim, bring the laptop.”
Her heart, which she thought couldn’t be torn further, felt ripped apart again.
“…Understood.”
She had come seeking an apology, only to be defeated without even getting a chance to fight properly.
Yeoreum realized that no matter how much time passed, she could never defeat Ji-hyeon Jeong. As long as Choi Yeoreum loved Tae-seok, Ji-hyeon Jeong would always be the dominant one in this relationship.
Yes. She came fully prepared but couldn’t fight properly, and the battle ended.
“Leave now.”
Ji-hyeon Jeong spoke coldly, not hiding her triumphant smile.
“…Tae-seok oppa.”
Yeoreum mustered her courage to add one more thing.
“What?”
“Someday, I hope Tae-seok oppa realizes what kind of person you are.”
“That kind of person?”
“That you are, such a morally bankrupt person.”
She couldn’t win, but she could at least throw a stone. It wouldn’t change anything, but at least it might spoil this woman’s mood.
As expected, Ji-hyeon Jeong’s face twisted with rage. She was about to lash out, but Yeoreum didn’t wait to hear it and left the CEO’s office.
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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