The chamberlain clenched his eyes at Lenisha’s voice, which seemed to be mixed with a cool breeze.
The territory the Emperor decided to give to Casius this time was Hiloshaein.
Hiloshaein was originally one of the most barren and sparsely populated lands.
The problem was that Hiloshaein was originally owned by Lotera.
Hiloshaein and other lands originally owned by Lotera had become the possession of the royal family because the Duke and Duchess of Lotera were forced to go to war 8 years ago.
The emperor had taken most of what the Duke of Lotera had in the name of war funds.
For some reason, the Duke of Lotera had given up most of what the emperor wanted.
To give away the land forcibly taken as if it were his own to Casius, even the chamberlain couldn’t say it easily.
Especially in front of Lotera’s descendants.
“It’s Hiloshaein. He probably never thought about treating a hero from a slave background like Casius. Isn’t it?”
“…Yes. The Emperor, Your Majesty, intends to give Hiloshaein to Sir Casius through the procedure of inheriting the rank.”
The chamberlain barely swallowed his saliva with a rough throat.
Actually, a more vile command had fallen, but the chamberlain could not put it into words, and clenched his mouth tightly.
That was all Lenisha asked.
“Thank you, Chamberlain.”
The chamberlain bowed his head and retreated. Lenisha brushed her lips with her fingers.
‘It did not miss the mark.’
If Casius gets Hiloshaein and Lenisha goes there…
‘Lexus. I swear, betting everything I have, you will never die easily.’
Lenisha’s lips harbored a cold smile.
The moonlight illuminating the sky, obscured like a black curtain, was like a lantern illuminating Lenisha’s path.
She will never falter, nor lose her way.
[Star Icon][Star Icon][Star Icon]Casius and the knights were staying in a mansion temporarily provided by the royal palace.
It was not a grand mansion where nobles live, but they were satisfied that they could warm their bodies and have a meal in a comfortable place.
Having lived on the battlefield for 8 years, they couldn’t hide their excitement and were in a festive mood every day.
Amidst the noisy chatter and dining, only Casius was immersed in silence.
“Why is he acting like that?”
“I don’t know.”
Terion shook his head.
In fact, he didn’t know what to say because he didn’t know what had happened at the banquet hall that day.
Casius had asked about Empress Lenisha, but that would have been a mere interest due to the Duke of Lotera.
Certainly! Here’s the translated passage:
How could anyone possibly covet the Empress of the Empire unless they were insane?
“Surely, you’re not going to withhold our territory? Our supplies are already running out! If we knew this would happen, we would have been better off accepting the offer from the kingdom of Perisen.”
The knights expressed their dissatisfaction.
After the last battle on Chorpa Plain, the king of Perisen had offered them citizenship in the Perisen kingdom.
On the condition that they would bring Chorpa Plain under their control.
King Perisen promised to give Casius a dukedom, and vast territory and wealth to match.
They had rejected that offer and come back here, only to find themselves treated poorly, and discontent was growing.
“Hush! What will happen if the Emperor hears you talking like that? Didn’t you see how Duke Rotera died?”
The knights coughed in embarrassment.
The army fell apart after Duke Rotera died.
What else could be expected after losing their leader?
The one who had stepped up and ultimately ended the war was Casius.
If it hadn’t been for Casius, they wouldn’t be here now, that was certain.
So after the war ended, those who wanted to leave left, and the ones who stayed followed Casius.
The knights of Rotera, who had lost their master, did the same.
“Why are you all making such a fuss when even Sir Casius isn’t saying anything?”
Terion was laying down the law when Casius opened his mouth, which had been closed until now.
“No. It’s only natural that grievances arise.”
Casius’s sharp golden eyes were burning like the sun.
Casius, who had been leaning back, sat up straight and spoke coldly.
“If the Emperor continues to dawdle like this, we will have no choice but to make another sacrifice. Terion.”
“Yes, Sir Casius. It seems there are about 300 to 500 knights currently stationed at the Imperial City. Even if we measure the distance, it will take half a day to call in those stationed outside the castle.”
Casius leaned on the dining table.
The noisy crowd fell silent and focused on Casius.
Casius lifted his lips in a smile.
Whenever Casius smiled like that, something always happened.
The knights swallowed hard.
They even put down the food they were eating.
Terion was the cleverest among the knights led by Casius.
He was excellent at gathering information and often came up with the best strategies.
“How many are we now?”
“About 250.”
“That should be enough to try something. If the Emperor doesn’t keep his promise, shouldn’t he pay for making us suffer?”
“Right!”
Someone clenched a fist above their head.
Their faces showed no fear, only brightness.
“Nowhere could be better than Chorpa Plain!”
“Your next target is the Emperor’s neck. Do you intend to become the Emperor?”
The knights burst into laughter.
However, at that moment, what Casius was thinking of…
Was not the Empress’s seat, but Lenisha, sitting on the Emperor’s throne, wearing a brilliant golden crown.
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!”
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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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