From the moment I first encountered her in the hotel bar, my instincts yearned only for her.
Perhaps that desire misled both her and me. Her eyes, cautiously sparkling that day, were so clear and beautiful…
That must have been it.
It was I who pretended to be uninterested while luring her into my world. I was the one who held her back, talking of ludicrous compensations, and even I who drew her to my bed.
On that snowy night, it was I, driven by sudden desire, who wooed you. I even donned the mask of a man tormented by unrequited love.
But why do thoughts of you needle my heart, making it tingle and throb painfully?
Lost in thought, Seo Jun’s lips curled into a faint, wry smile.
“Why did I do it, you ask? Because a name as obscure as Eom So Yeon is too precious to waste, especially when it belongs to someone as beautiful as you.”
“!”
Her ears must be playing tricks! His voice sounded so sweet. So Yeon bit her lower lip, struggling to keep her emotions in check.
“Why is Eom So Yeon so determined to pass up this great opportunity? Is it guilt? A troubled beginning?”
So Yeon slowly opened her lips, which had been tightly pressed in contemplation.
“Just now, everyone was pushing their agenda, disregarding my wishes. I stayed silent, unable to let go of my greed while claiming I’d quit. But knowing the favor you granted me wasn’t fair, I can’t deceive my conscience any longer.”
Her brutal honesty made her face flush slightly.
Seo Jun had a different perspective.
“Not fair? So, I’m abnormal, then? Fine, I’ll accept that.”
With his heart and mind filled with her, how could he be anything but irrational? Seo Jun looked deeply into So Yeon’s eyes and said:
“But how many actors can truly grasp success amid fierce competition? How often does a ‘normal’ path to success present itself?”
“Both are rarer than a camel passing through the eye of a needle.”
“You know it. What I’m saying is, having someone hand you a chance is also a part of your capability. But in this harsh entertainment world, expecting good fortune or a decent ally is foolish. You know that, don’t you?”
“…”
She knew. How could she not?
She’d declined numerous covert offers from shady brokers the previous year, all promising to pave her path to stardom with sweet words.
She knew exchanging tempting offers for dreams was like building castles in the sand. And even as she acknowledged her slow progress as an actress, she had never regretted her choices.
“Do you think Eom So Yeon only knows how to give up? That it’s about preserving dignity?”
“I’ve never given up, nor do I have anything to give up. I’m just not coveting what isn’t mine.”
“If So Yeon gives up, it won’t belong to anyone. Isn’t that a pity?”
“Whoever threw that chance at me will figure it out.”
“Even if it’s me, isn’t it slightly better?”
Suddenly, So Yeon recalled their past deal – Seo Jun’s offer to provide her anything. But bringing up that incident would only put her at a disadvantage, she felt. Pretending confusion, she tilted her head and gave him an unknowing look.
Fox or bear? It didn’t matter much to Seo Jun. With a relaxed tone, he softly said:
“When an opportunity comes, don’t dismiss it. Make it fully yours. It’s these efforts that build up, allowing you to protect not just your pride, but yourself and your loved ones. Even luck that falls into your lap can quickly slip away if you don’t grasp it tightly. In that sense, have you ever made an effort to seize it, Eom So Yeon?”
“Wouldn’t I have?”
At this moment, she was anxious about losing her one treasure, her child.
Fearing her thoughts might be transparent, So Yeon sharply focused her eyes, and Seo Jun chuckled, leaning back against the sofa, a relieved expression on his face.
“If you’ve made such efforts, then this time you can do even better. Eom So Yeon, you’re a mother, right? Then for your child’s sake, you should dive into anything that’s not bad. Do the audience who desire professionalism really want to watch actors performing half-heartedly? On the other hand, even a small role, when filled with wholehearted effort, invariably receives applause.”
Seo Jun wanted to convey to So Yeon, who was reluctant to take opportunities given by others, that the start might be provided by someone else, but what follows is entirely up to her.
“No matter the opportunity, if you don’t perform well yourself, it’s useless. Now that I’ve told you this much, you should have the courage to try, right?”
Will she discard the opportunity or firmly grasp it and ascend? Moments ago, she had chosen the former, but swayed by Seo Jun’s resonant voice and eloquent speech, her heart had inclined towards what he was pulling her towards without her realizing.
Unknowingly, So Yeon nodded.
“…….”
This man is too persuasive.
Listening to him, it seemed there was no other choice but to succeed.
Was she persuaded?
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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