Chapter 28 Defiant Blooms
+8 Pearls
“Hubby, what are the signature dishes at this restaurant?” I asked with a beaming smile as I walked in.
Shawn’s gaze lingered on me, but he remained silent.
“What’s the matter?” I quickly glanced down at myself, checking for anything out of place. “Do I look inappropriate?”
Shawn sat in the chair, picked up the teacup, and took a couple of sips. Then he said, “Quite a few people in the company have been talking about you recently. Are you trying to become famous?”
I was stunned for a moment, then sat down and poured myself a cup of tea. “Hubby, are you blaming me for being too flamboyant? These are just normal women’s outfits. I don’t see any problem with them.”
“You can wear these, but you shouldn’t wear them at the company. That’s a workplace, not your personal runway. Please be mindful of the occasion.” Shawn’s voice took on a sterner tone.
My fingers stiffened around the teacup as I glared at him. “You men are so interesting. You expect flowers to bloom, yet you don’t allow them to grow under the sun.”
Shawn’s expression froze, his handsome features reddening with rage.
I felt anger surge through me, my face rigid with fury as I turned away and brushed him off.
Shawn seemed to remember that he was supposed to be an emotionally stable and gentle person. The rage he had just shown seemed out of character for him.
He suppressed his emotions and said in a softer tone, “I’m doing this because I truly care about your well- being. You have no idea how many men in the company are leering at you, with lascivious thoughts of undressing you in their minds.”
I let out an “oh,” realizing his jealousy. How petty.
“Hubby, if I dress well, doesn’t it also reflect well on you?” I became more flexible, looking at him with feigned sweetness as I explained softly.
“You’re already beautiful. There’s no need to overdo it,” Shawn stared at my face, his eyes flickering with a hint of fascination.
“Beauty has no universal measure. Besides, dressing up makes me feel better. Hubby, if you don’t like seeing me at the company, I can move my office to Apex Hotel. Anyway, I’ll be discussing the renovation plans with the design company soon.” I looked at him seriously and replied.
Shawn’s eyes froze, clearly finding my attitude inappropriate. He was angry, and I was avoiding the issue. Was that a solution?
I knew exactly what Shawn was thinking–it was the same double standard that all men seemed to adore. They wanted other men’s wives to dress provocatively and alluringly yet expected their own wives to remain poised and elegant. Such a petty and hypocritical mindset.
I wouldn’t give up my hobbies just because Shawn didn’t like them.
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Chapter 28 Defiant Blooms
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“Forget it, just stay at the company for now,” Shawn said, not letting me move out after all.
The delicious lunch was served, and Shawn had actually ordered my favorite dishes–the duck confit leg and stuffed pork ribs.
I looked at the dishes, my eyes fixed on him in surprise.
Shawn avoided my gaze and said softly, “Dig in.”
I picked up my cutlery, slowly tasted the food, and softly praised, “It’s quite delicious.”
Shawn chuckled when he saw the look of happiness on my face after tasting the food. “You’ve mostly been eating at home before, so you haven’t seen much of the world.”
I couldn’t refute that. It was true. I had once vowed to be the best mother, so how could I allow my children to eat out all the time? I usually cooked everything myself. Sometimes, I would spend the entire day preparing a single dish.
“Hubby, thank you for the lovely lunch.” In Shawn’s mind, I was just a sheltered woman who hadn’t seen much of the world, someone who could thrive with a little encouragement.
Since he thought that way, I would let him believe it.
I just needed to do what I had to do and say what I had to say.
After all, he would eventually ask for a divorce. Queena wouldn’t wait too long.
Perhaps in a few months, she and Shawn would have their first child. If Queena still considered aborting the first child for her career or for Yuna, I would have to give her a thumbs–up. Her willingness to sacrifice everything for a man’s sympathy and care was remarkable.
Sometimes, I had to admit, Queena was an amazing woman. With her tenacity, she could succeed at anything.
But I refused to follow her example.
I wouldn’t harm my body for a man anymore, nor would I suppress my emotions to please them.
After lunch, Shawn paid the bill and asked, “Are you going out this afternoon?”
“Yes, I still have to negotiate matters related to the design with them this afternoon.”
