“Wasn’t that the journalist’s car just now?”
“What are you talking about?”
“Ah, never mind! As soon as a similar car approached, Yoo Ra just ran away.”
“What?”
Choi In Ho, a step too late, was visibly frustrated.
“Which direction did she go?”
“She disappeared after turning right at the end.”
“Damn! You should have called earlier.”
“It wasn’t the right situation, so let’s just drop it.”
After being spotted by Do Jun, Choi In Ho had been switching cars.
He couldn’t tolerate Do Jun’s fearless and bold attitude.
Even if it meant facing a lawsuit, he needed to make a big move.
He was elated to hear that Yoo Ra had appeared, but missed her by a whisker.
“Seon Gyu, let’s go that way.”
“Yes.”
“Which media outlet got wind of this?”
“Could it be CEO Park Do Jun?”
“Ah!”
“Yoo Ra was quite harsh to Hae Joo; he wouldn’t let her off.”
“What will he do if he catches Yoo Ra?”
“If CEO Park Do Jun hands Yoo Ra over to the police, we can be thankful.”
“So, we don’t have to keep searching?”
“That’s right, senior.”
“Hey, turn the car around.”
By then, Yoo Ra had already slipped away.
Unable to match Do Jun in terms of information, Choi In Ho decided to hunt for easier prey.
Yoo Ra was hiding in a coffee shop bathroom.
She was sweating so much her clothes were drenched, yet she couldn’t bring herself to step outside.
“Why did it have to be Park Do Jun!”
She had been startled when an SUV pulled up.
A man in a neat suit got out, and at first, she thought he was a journalist.
Even if he were a journalist, she had to run. She had wronged Hae Joo, which put her at a disadvantage.
Moreover, by now, Song Young Sook might have filed a missing person report on her.
Regardless, in Yoo Ra’s current situation, Hae Joo was her only savior.
But then he just came and said there was somewhere they needed to go, asking her to get in the car.
When she asked who he was, the rear window opened, revealing Do Jun.
“I’m terrified.”
To Yoo Ra, Do Jun was more fearsome than the grim reaper.
She couldn’t forget how he fought fiercely, staking his life for Hae Joo.
Now, that man was Hae Joo’s husband.
It was as if she was being told to just die.
“Hae Joo is in Jeju Island, shall we go there?”
She paced back and forth, hiding for a while.
When she looked around the café, fortunately, there was no sign of Do Jun.
The café was quiet, allowing her to finally breathe a sigh of relief.
“I can’t come here anymore.”
With the little money she had, she hailed a taxi.
Yoo Ra, now a fugitive, burst into tears.
During all this, she received another call from Kyung Ae.
Angry, she turned off her phone and sobbed continuously.
“All guests have arrived.”
By now, her friend Min Ju would be preparing for work.
She trudged down the stairs leading to the semi-basement studio.
As she was about to enter the door code, her vision darkened.
Turning around, she saw Song Young Sook standing imposingly.
“If I hadn’t been in Seoul for business, I would have missed you.”
“H-how did you find me here?”
Another large shadow emerged.
It was Do Jun, in a sleek suit, exuding physical superiority.
He had seen Yoo Ra hiding in the coffee shop and followed her covertly.
When Song Young Sook, who was also in Seoul, called, he rushed over.
“Please, just let me off this once, okay?”
“Is a billion won your child’s name?”
“I’ll work night shifts to pay it back!”
“Forget it, come with me.”
“Ah!”
Yoo Ra screamed and struggled.
It was hot, and Song Young Sook was tired of the hassle, so she immediately called the police.
In front of the whole neighborhood, Yoo Ra was handcuffed and denounced as a fraudster.
“Now I can breathe a sigh of relief. You’ve worked hard, Do Jun.”
“Thank you for your efforts.”
“She won’t be out for long, it’s just a scam.”
“There’s a lot to sue her for related to Hae Joo. We’ll see how it goes in court, but I plan to follow through.”
“You’ve been preparing for this, haven’t you?”
Over the past few years, Do Jun’s run was not just for success.
He had been methodically preparing to close a painful chapter of his past.
To properly conclude everything, it was crucial for Do Jun to gain Hae Joo’s trust.
The waiting until now had been an unavoidable choice.
“Anyway, send my regards to Hae Joo. I have some work to see to at the police station.”
“Take care.”
By then, the afternoon had set in, lengthening the shadows.
About to get into the car, Do Jun suddenly stopped.
“It seems like the important schedule is over.”
“Yes, you can rest early today.”
“There’s no point in going home without Hae Joo there.”
“Your flight to Jeju for the weekend is booked.”
“What about now?”
“Pardon?”
Lately, Do Jun felt like he was experiencing adolescence all over again. He was surprised to find himself so emotional, while Hae Joo was visibly restless.
Eventually, she caused a NG in an important scene and bowed her head.
“I’m sorry. Let’s do it again.”
“Hae Joo, what’s wrong? You seem unable to concentrate.”
“I’m sorry.”
“Let’s take a break and try again in 10 minutes.”
Hyun Seong, feeling her unease, handed a refreshing coffee to Hae Joo, who was clenching her fists in tension. He felt sorry, knowing why she was upset.
“I guess I said something unnecessary to my sister.”
Hae Joo had been restless all night after hearing that Yoo Ra had come to the company.
Do Jun said he would meet Yoo Ra, but she didn’t have much hope.
To Hae Joo, Yoo Ra was more shameless and despicable than any villain.
“It’s not that. Today’s shooting will end late.”
Regaining her composure, Hae Joo managed to finish the shooting with Jun Woo, who played her husband.
Only her solo scene remained.
It needed to be a one-take shot, transitioning smoothly to the next scene without any mistakes.
“Just follow the rehearsal, Hae Joo.”
Standing in front of the camera, Hae Joo gave it her all.
Hyun Seong, who had stayed to watch her, received a call.
He hurried outside to answer.
“Yes, this is Manager Choi Hyun Seong.”
An unexpected person had contacted him.
Looking at the clock, it was already heading towards 7 PM.
Rushing back to the lodging and then returning, he found that the shooting had already ended.
“Sister, you worked hard.”
“I’m hungry. Let’s eat something delicious outside.”
“No! Let’s eat at the lodging.”
“I’ll pay.”
“Fine, but let’s just go.”
Hyun Seong was unusually determined that day.
Hae Joo laughed at his awkward expression.
“What’s with you?”
“You’ll see when we get there.”
Nonchalantly, she sat in the van, looking out at the nightfall in Jeju.
Arriving right in front of the lodging, Hyun Seong finally stopped the van.
“Sister, let’s go inside the lodging.”
“What about dinner?”
“I’ll take care of my meal, so please go ahead.”
“Why are you acting like this today?”
Hyun Seong pushed Hae Joo, who was hesitating, towards the lodging.
He was startled to see the lights on.
“I must have left the lights on.”
Hae Joo quickly opened the door.
Passing the hallway into the officetel-style lodging, she froze.
Unbelievably, Do Jun was there.
“Do Jun!”
“I wanted to talk to you about this after meeting you.”
Hae Joo, who had been emotionally exhausted, approached Do Jun.
Breathing in his scent, her uneasy mind and body relaxed.
“What’s going on?”
Do Jun’s lips curved into a soft smile.
Eventually, the story he told was like a miracle to Hae Joo.
“Finally, Yoo Ra has been caught.”
Hae Joo’s vision blurred with tears in an instant.
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…
——
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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