He grabbed the hand placed on her laps and held them firmly in his palms as he feigned a pondering expression.

"I guess you did not understand the contract clearly. I am in all ways at control of this marriage and the agreements made concerning this issue. I will be the one to decide whether you are fulfilling your part of the agreement or not" he explained slowly.

"And so far, you haven't met the requirements for me to consider fulfilling my side of the contract" he finished, patting her ...