“Did you take all the burden yourself because you were worried about us? Whenever someone comes back from a business trip, they either cry, take a vacation, or even consider resigning.”
Ah, that’s right. That wasn’t my intention though…
I was momentarily taken aback by the unexpected remark.
As if that was her thought from the beginning, Ra Jin nodded.
“When Yoon Hee came back from the business trip, she seemed so drained. So did Team Leader Park.”
“Hooooong, Director!”
As I patted the back of Yoon Hee, who called me and hugged me as if she was deeply moved, Ra Jin felt guilty.
‘Sorry for lying to you, Yoon Hee. I’ll buy you coffee at lunch tomorrow.’
But this was much better than being suspected of having something with Jae Heon.
“It’s a bit strange for me to say this, but it seems like I must have accumulated a lot of good karma in my previous life. Considering that I have a boss like you! I’ll be loyal to you for my whole life, Director.”
“The boss you should be loyal to is not me but the Executive Director. He knows how hard you are working, so don’t hate him too much.”
Yoon Hee pouted.
“……It’s hard to believe, but it seems that the Executive Director must have done something good in his previous life too. Considering that he has a secretary like you.”
Yoon Hee, who looked at Ra Jin with infinite admiration, was bitter about Jae Heon’s story.
She was simply aweinspired and impressed by Ra Jin’s professionalism in covering up for Seo Jae Heon, the Executive Director, who could make even the devil cry out of irritation.
So, she decided to become a magpie returning a favor.
“Director, do you have time this Saturday?”
Saturday was not the day she had to fulfill her contract with Jae Heon.
“Why?”
“I want to repay your kindness as the ‘student who owes you.'”
Yoon Hee exclaimed with excitement.
“Let’s set you up on a blind date, Director!”
“Blind date?”
“Yes, I would like to introduce you to the cute, refreshing, yet reliable young man who is also the idol of our headquarters that I mentioned last time. You said it would be okay if we just sit together at lunch.”
“When did I agree to that?”
In response to Ra Jin’s incredulous look, Yoon Hee clasped her hands in front of her chest.
“So, you really don’t want to do it?”
“Yes, I’m fine. Have fun, Yoon Hee.”
“But, but…!”
“I’m not thinking about that yet.”
“You might change your mind if you go on a blind date! Mr. Seon is as warmhearted as he looks.”
“How would you know that, Yoon Hee?”
“Uh? Well, that’s…”
Yoon Hee, who was not good at lying, hesitated and eventually fell silent.
“I received a very expensive seafood restaurant voucher… last week on my parents’ wedding anniversary…”
“As a reward for introducing me?”
“Ah, Director! If you say it’s a reward, it hurts! I just wanted to be with a decent man by your side…”
Hum, Ra Jin crossed her arms.
“If he’s such a great guy, why don’t you date him, Yoon Hee?”
With her lips tight, Yoon Hee bowed her head and whispered.
“…I’m sorry. In fact, I’ve already been introduced by Sun. We decided to have our third date after work today.”
“What?”
Yoon Hee spoke coyly, crossing her arms over Ra Jin’s mouth, which was agape in surprise.
“I thought you wouldn’t go out alone, hehe.”
“Oh dear. What’s so pretty about that laugh?”
“Director, Sun is really nice. He’s two years younger than you, but he’s mature and solid. If this week is too soon, how about arranging a schedule after your business trip?”
“Unstoppable, really.”
Ra Jin sighed and shook her head.
“I’m sorry, Director. But please don’t doubt my sincerity.”
“Apologize to Sun quickly. I have no intention of going out. Use your charm on your boyfriend. It’s no use on me.”
“Hmm, he’s not my boyfriend yet. Anyway, please let me know anytime if you change your mind.”
In response to her saying it would never happen, Ra Jin headed to her desk to start her afternoon work, and Yoon Hee sat down after her.
“Director.”
“I’m not doing it.”
“Ugh, hurt. But that’s not it, then can I help you prepare for the business trip?”
Ra Jin’s fingers, which had been momentarily paused, started typing again.
“Mm, I’ll take care of it myself.”
((()))((()))((()))
‘Strange.’
Jae Heon, tidying up his spot, cocked his head.
‘Has it ever been so nice to get off work?’
Unlike other office workers, getting off work was not so sweet for Jae Heon.
It was because, while the location changed from the office to the study at home, the work carried on just the same.
Moreover, when he worked from home, before he knew it, the tormenting sleepless hours came.
Even on his most exhausting days, sleep did not come easily.
Whenever that happened, he invariably went back to the day he heard the news of his parents’ plane crash.
The sorrow of losing the two people he loved most in the world on the same day tormented Jae Heon as it became more vivid over time.
But today….
His gaze kept drifting to the clock.
It was the first time he felt time was not passing.
The reason he felt flustered was when he realized it was because he had agreed to talk with Ra Jin about the contract again after work that morning.
‘…No? It’s not because I’ll be alone with the private secretary, but because of the feeling of liberation from finally escaping from insomnia.’
Only then did his expression relax again.
Wearing his jacket and taking his briefcase, he left the office.
Ra Jin and Yoon Hee stood up from their seats as they saw him.
“It’s time for you all to leave work now.”
“Yes, Director. You’ve worked hard today.”
“You’ve worked hard!”
The two bowed their heads towards Jae Heon.
As usual, Jae Heon headed towards the elevator, ignoring his secretaries’ greetings.
He took out his mobile phone from his jacket pocket, tapped on the screen, and put it back in.
After Jae Heon got on the elevator.
Ra Jin, who returned to her seat to prepare to leave with Yoon Hee, looked at her mobile phone.
There was a message from him.
[To the underground parking lot.]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!”
——
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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