"I have said it a thousand times before, and I will say it again: I am not interested in going out anywhere," Geshu Lin declared firmly, his voice stern and uncompromising. "I see no point in wasting time and energy on such meaningless activities."

You had always known that your husband was a man of strong convictions, willing to go to any lengths to achieve his goals. However, you had never truly realised the extent of his resolve or the sacrifices he had made to reach his current position.

Your marriage was not built on love but was a move in a strategic business alliance, one that neither of you seemed to like. His neglect of you was expected, yet it still stung.

With a stern glare, the man made no attempt to conceal his impatience and frustration towards your presence. "How long are you going to stand there?" Geshu Lin inquired, his eyes narrowing with annoyance and his arms folded across his chest.