“The everyday life you just described, I think I can handle it.”
Wait, that’s not the conclusion he’s supposed to reach.
“I guess I’ve finally become a normal person.”
Why interpret it that way?
“To keep living like a normal person, I have to date you.”
Why jump to such conclusions?
Sajun’s logic was baffling.
Speechless, Taehee watched as Sajun calmly said, “What should I do next, Min Taehee? Just tell me.”
His smug expression left Taehee at a loss for words.
The spacious theater was almost empty, with just a few couples seated.
As Taehee settled into the back row seat Sajun pointed to, the lights dimmed, and the movie began.
It was the sequel to a romance movie, ‘After That,’ about college peers who become lovers. A film with the right amount of tension, excitement, sexiness, and a bit awkward to watch with just a friend.
Unbeknownst to Min Taehee, this whole scenario was orchestrated in just 50 minutes after a single message about taking the subway to see a movie.
A movie that had been out of screenings for a month, an empty theater suddenly opened, and four hastily recruited couples. The fact that the ticket bought from the automated kiosk was still crumpled in Sajun’s back pocket.
Sajun, with excessive wealth and a network sprawling like a spider’s web, was the reason all these absurd things were possible.
It was because of Min Taehee, whose character he knew well, though her inner thoughts remained a mystery.
He guessed why Taehee had proposed to be a couple for a day.
If she intended to spite him, he was willing to take it on.
But there would be a price to pay.
If you wield the whip, you must also offer the carrot. “I’m on top of your head, Min Taehee.”
Sajun checked his smartphone, scanning the brief instructions in the group chat, but only remembered the phrase ‘casually toss’ – his usual approach with Taehee.
Finally, as the lights dimmed and the ads began, Sajun looked at Taehee, whose face was illuminated by her phone as she searched the movie title.
“The genre is melodramatic romance? I prefer action,” Taehee grumbled.
She couldn’t blame Sajun, though, since she had instructed him to get tickets for any available show quickly.
She settled in to watch, expecting to stand up in less than 30 minutes anyway, recalling how even at the technical preview of a blockbuster with over ten million viewers, Sajun didn’t stay long. He had said that he could tell if a movie would be a hit within just 10 minutes.
Sajun was consistently capricious, and Taehee was certain today would be no exception.
However, contrary to expectations, Sajun was intently focused on the movie, silent as a shadow.
Watching Sajun’s sharp profile fixed on the screen, Taehee leaned towards him and asked, “Sajun, is it interesting?”
Despite her whisper, Sajun, still gazing at the screen, replied softly, “Yeah, it’s watchable.”
It was understandable that the movie was watchable, but Sajun seemed too serious for a romance film. His posture, resting his chin on his hand, gave the impression of a VIP opera spectator.
Thus, Taehee refocused on the screen. She wasn’t a fan of romance, but as Sajun said, the movie was surprisingly watchable.
The male lead resembled Sajun – extremely handsome, high-maintenance, burdened with emotional pain, and rebellious. The way the characters, though trying not to, kept gravitating towards each other, resonated with her.
Then a kiss scene appeared on screen. Ironically, Sajun had booked seats at the very top of the theater, offering a clear view of the audience below.
Most seated viewers were couples who snuggled closer during the kiss scene.
Taehee sighed quietly to herself, “This is why you don’t watch romance movies with just a friend.”
As she thought this, Sajun crossed his long legs, leaning towards her, causing their arms on the armrest to touch.
This minor skinship sent a rush through her body, surprising her for just a brush of arms.
When the male lead swept the female lead onto a sofa, Taehee turned her head away.
When the male lead suddenly lifted the female lead and laid her on the sofa, Taehee turned her head away. But just then, Sajun also turned his head, and their eyes met, tangling their gazes. Taehee swallowed dryly without realizing it.
“…….”
“…….”
It was strange.
Just a mere eye contact, yet Taehee’s heart fluttered.
Sajun’s deep black eyes, gazing silently at her, seemed to shimmer too. Maybe it was the changing colors of the screen’s light.
Sajun’s eyes, holding a subtle light, completely entwined Taehee, making it impossible for her to look away. His gaze gripped and shook her heart.
Why is he looking at me with those eyes? Please don’t look at me like that.
In that suffocating moment, why did the protagonists have to kiss for so long?
The movie theater’s booming sound system blatantly delivered the wet sounds of the protagonists’ breaths right to her ears.
The kiss she had with Sajun, which had been full of tantalizing promise but unfulfilled, came to mind. A kiss that was only lips touching lips.
Heat rushed to her face in an instant.
Grateful for the darkness of the cinema, Taehee abruptly offered Sajun some popcorn.
“This is caramel popcorn, really sweet and delicious. Do you want to try?”
Sajun didn’t like sweet things. She knew he wouldn’t eat it, but she offered it anyway, desperate to get past this embarrassing and awkward situation.
“Oh, right. You don’t like sweet……?”
Is this really happening?
Taehee watched as Sajun’s face slowly leaned toward her, mesmerized. In the flickering light, Sajun’s black eyes fixed not on Taehee’s face but on her lips, as he took the popcorn in a slow-motion-like action – not with his perfectly fine hand, but with those tempting lips.
Her soft lips parted, and the moment something warm and moist touched her fingertips, Taehee’s breath halted.
Wait, this is… this?
As Sajun slowly lifted his face and turned his head, he casually remarked, “It’s good.”
So, what’s good? The popcorn or my fingers? Exactly, what does he find tasty?
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…
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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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