“Director, you don’t like sweets.”
“Even if I don’t, I should have that one.”
Jae Heon swiftly took the cookie from Ra Jin’s hand and began walking towards the entrance.
‘Why is he behaving like this?’
When they were merely superior and subordinate, she felt she understood all of Jae Heon’s thoughts.
But now, closer than before, there were moments she couldn’t discern what was on his mind.
Especially when he was suddenly craving a cookie he had never shown interest in before. And taking it even after complaining about its appearance.
Leaving her milk tea latte on the counter, Ra Jin approached Jae Heon.
“What happened?”
“Ah.”
Yes, it happened. The woman who agreed to date me was having a meal with another man, drinking tea, and even trying to cherish a cookie given by him.
“May I ask what it is?”
“Do you really need to ask?”
Is it something you only understand if you explicitly ask, even after being caught talking affectionately with another man?
Watching Jae Heon, who responded curtly and was walking towards his parked car, Ra Jin was perplexed.
Even if she, as a secretary, had to understand her superior’s schedule and feelings,
How could she know what happened at a lunch she didn’t attend?
I’m not some psychic.
Thinking of a psychic, she remembered the modest and neat restaurant Jae Heon had taken her to.
Perhaps she should ask the elderly restaurant owner. Being acquainted with Jae Heon for a long time, she might offer advice on how to handle such situations.
‘Next time, I really should. Although I’m not sure if I can go alone.’
While lost in thought, Jae Heon’s voice dropped like a stone.
“Get in.”
“Why did you leave your car here? The office is just ahead.”
At her words, a hint of embarrassment crossed his face.
He couldn’t muster the courage to say he’d come straight here without thinking of parking at the office.
Jae Heon, masking his awkwardness with a sharp tone, turned away.
“Do I need to explain every action of mine?”
His cold voice pierced Ra Jin’s heart. Jae Heon always spoke this way to those who crossed lines he set.
Seems she had unknowingly overstepped today.
She momentarily forgot.
The reason she could be beside him was that she never attempted nor even thought of crossing that line.
‘To Director, I’m just a remedy for his insomnia. That’s why he’s kind to me. I shouldn’t mistake that kindness.’
The only way she could prove her worth to Jae Heon was by realizing this.
With her usual stoic demeanor, Ra Jin bowed slightly.
“I apologize, I made an error.”
Startled by her dry tone, Jae Heon turned to look at her.
She was in ‘Secretary Mode’ even inside the café, but there used to be a slight sense of intimacy that only the two of them recognized.
Now, it had completely vanished.
Seeing her stiff expression, Jae Heon bit the soft inside of his lips, cursing inwardly.
‘Damn! Why am I acting like this, Seo Jae Heon?’
I’m not an emotionally unstable teenager.
Because of my foolish behavior, a wall had formed between Ra Jin and me.
“Secretary, about earlier…”
“I will drive.”
Her tone was devoid of emotion, but the hurt in Ra Jin’s eyes was evident.
That’s why it pained him, and at the same time… his heart raced.
He felt thrilled because Ra Jin, who always hid her feelings, seemed to show her honest side in front of him.
It felt real that they had grown truly close.
Feeling exhilarated in such a moment seemed a bit crazy, even to him.
Still, realizing he held a special place for Ra Jin, a wave of happiness surged over him like a rippling tide.
“As I mentioned earlier, we’re right in front of the office, and there’s nothing wrong with me. It might seem odd to others if you drive, since it hasn’t happened before.”
In response to Ra Jin’s firm statement, Jae Heon said,
“It’s still lunchtime.”
“There are many eyes around, and as I just said…”
“I’m not here as a director picking up his secretary, but as a man picking up his woman.”
My woman.
The weight of those three syllables was immense.
Ra Jin froze, her eyes wide open.
“Just now, you…”
We’re right in front of the office. Although no one might hear, they say walls have ears or… no, wait, was it the other way around…
“Everyone would think it’s reasonable. Is there anyone who doesn’t know that Director Seo Jae Heon is held captive by his Chief Secretary?”
At his words, Ra Jin, regaining her composure, protested with an expression of great injustice.
“Being held captive! Saying it like that is so unfair!”
Yet, seeing her like this warmed Jae Heon’s heart. He had never imagined that her showing her emotions in front of him could bring such joy.
“Everyone knows it. So, it’ll be fine.”
“What exactly are you saying is fine…”
Jae Heon nonchalantly remarked,
“That I give special treatment to my secretary.”
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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