Mag-log inNathan smirked. "That's because your stamina isn't great. Starting tomorrow, you need to work out more."He woke up early every day to go running and worked out regularly. His physical condition was excellent.Ivy had no interest in exercising. Her period was due in the next couple of days, and she would know soon whether she was pregnant.If she were pregnant, there was no way she was going to work out."Take a nap. I'll drive us home," Nathan said."Okay," Ivy repliedNathan stepped on the gas, and the luxury car cruised smoothly down the road. Probably because his driving was too steady, Ivy quickly drifted off and fell fast asleep.Watching her fall asleep almost instantly, Nathan smiled helplessly. It seemed he really had worn her out earlier.He slowed down and turned on the air conditioning, driving all the way home at an easy pace.Half an hour later, the car stopped in front of the villa. Ivy still hadn't woken up. Nathan didn't plan to wake her and simply lifted her
Ivy had never seen anything like this before. She stared at the screen in shock. "Nathan, what kind of movie is this supposed to be?"Nathan was a little speechless. He really had told Baxter to pick a romance, but clearly, Baxter had gotten creative and chosen something like this instead."This has nothing to do with me!" Nathan said. "Baxter booked it!"Ivy shot him a look. "Yeah, right. Like I'd believe that."Nathan felt like there was no way to get out of this one. He hurriedly explained again, "I swear, I didn't pick this!"Ivy kept watching the screen. "Why are you so nervous? I didn't even blame you. Let's just watch it together."Ivy's eyes were fixed on the movie, bright and curious, like she was watching it for the first time. Seeing her this way, Nathan felt that she looked even more innocent and pure."What's the male lead's name?" Ivy asked.Nathan replied, "No idea. Why do you care?"Ivy said casually, "Just wondering. He's pretty good-looking."Nathan's gaze d
Nathan said, "My assistants and secretaries are all men. There are no women around me, so you don't have to worry."Ivy blinked. Was he…explaining himself to her?She knew she was only sweet-talking him because she wanted to get pregnant, but the more time she spent with Nathan, the more she noticed all the bright parts of him. He really was a good man.With his status and his looks, he was pretty much the highest level you could get in an arranged marriage.Nathan opened the passenger door for her like a gentleman. "Get in."Ivy climbed in, and Nathan got behind the wheel. He stepped on the gas, and the luxury car took off.-Half an hour later, they arrived at the movie theater. It was a weekday, so there weren't many people.Nathan held the movie tickets, then spotted the concession stand. "Do you want popcorn?"Ivy had only been to a movie once, when she was very young. She had come with her parents.Tabitha had held her hand. She remembered seeing the popcorn and tuggi
Ivy could feel how hard Nathan was kissing her. Men really were visual creatures. Last night, he didn't even want to come back to the bedroom.Nathan's hand slid down her leg, reaching to pull off her clothes.Ivy stopped him quickly. "Wait."His voice turned rough. "What is it?""You said it yourself. We're in your office."Nathan pinched her cheek lightly. "Quit pretending. You came here dressed like this just to get me worked up."Ivy had no comeback for that. He wasn't wrong.Nathan moved again to take off her dress, but Ivy held his hand down. "No. You'll rip my stockings.""I'll buy you new ones.""I don't want new ones."Her tone was firm enough that Nathan's jaw tightened. He let out a low laugh. "So you're teasing me on purpose now?"Ivy wrapped her arms around his neck. "If you want me, then you're taking me shopping, watching a movie with me, and eating out with me."Nathan said, "Fine. We'll go now."Ivy blinked. He actually agreed?She had actually been try
Nathan finished signing and looked up, only to spot Ivy. His gaze stopped instantly.She had arrived wearing a black coat, but now that she had taken it off, he could see what she had on underneath: a fitted black dress. And more importantly, she wore black stockings.Her legs were stunning, long and straight, and the stockings made them even more eye-catching. Paired with slim high heels, she looked incredible just standing there reading a book.Nathan always had good taste in women. And he had to admit, his arranged-marriage wife was top tier in every category.She had a gorgeous face, a perfect figure, talent, ambition, and immaculate taste.The Lowe family was one of the top families in the country, and Keith had chosen his granddaughter-in-law with extreme precision. He hadn't chosen wrong.Martin spoke beside him. "Mr. Lowe, the meeting starts soon."Nathan barely glanced at him as he said, "Cancel the meeting."Martin froze. "Sorry, what was that?""Cancel it. And cle
Ivy went quiet. She definitely hadn't done it on purpose.But she couldn't say that now. She knew exactly why she was here. She was supposed to win Nathan over.She looked at his sharp, handsome face. "Yup, I did it on purpose. So what? You're my husband. If I want to sit on your lap, I'm going to sit on your lap."Nathan's lips curved. "Yesterday, I said you weren't very affectionate during the day, and now you show up like this?""Of course. I've taken your feedback into account, and I'm making improvements. Couples have to learn from each other, be patient, and be understanding. That's how we last."Nathan studied her well-behaved expression. He lifted an eyebrow but said nothing.Ivy said, "The soup's going to get cold. Drink it while it's hot."She poured a bowl of chicken soup, lifted the spoon, and held it to his mouth. "Open wide, honey."Nathan looked at her. "You didn't poison it, right?"Ivy froze. Was he treating himself like some tragic hero and her like the villa







