Summer stayed silent."Actually, in my personal opinion, I think you shouldn't feel too much pressure. Treat this relationship as a life experience. Don't think about marriage, having children, or mundane family matters. Those are still far away.""A life experience like a fling?" Summer asked. "Yes, doesn't that lighten the burden?" Gale suggested.Summer pursed her lips."As long as you have even a bit of affection for Joe, and there's nothing about him that you can't accept, then agree to be with him and have a thoroughly enjoyable love affair. Summer, it's in a woman's nature to be protected and relied upon.""You're suggesting I start now to try living together and see if we're compatible? If you can't accept Joe into your life, then it'll be even harder with other men," Gale reasoned."Do you believe in love at first sight? Do you believe that one day, there'll be a charming prince who perfectly fits your ideals and loves you unconditionally? That's probably just a scam.
"Love is beautiful, just like your name," Gale said.Summer smiled at her. Gale met Joe's expectant gaze while walking out of the office. If he had not been afraid of Summer noticing him, he would have come rushing over to ask her. Gale walked back to her workstation."How did it go? Did you get any hint?" Joe asked eagerly.Gale glanced around. "How did you confess to her back then?""Just like that," Joe said.Joe could not understand. How else could he confess?"Just with words? Nothing else?" Gale asked."I was there too."She was speechless."What about your usual tricks? Use them! When you and Summer were together for a month, did you not send flowers every day? You were quite resourceful and good at winning hearts, weren't you? How come you've not delivered now?" Gale said.Joe fell silent.Gale continued, "Why no action now?"Joe coughed, explaining, "We were already in a relationship, even if it was only for a month. Our relationship was clear. Naturally, with my
Joe's expression grew increasingly perplexed as he listened."Do you get it now?" Gale snapped her fingers. "Of course, I just gave a rough suggestion. If you have a better method, do try it.""Can this really work?""It can! Women fall for this!"Joe rubbed his chin. "If Shawn pursued you like this, would you be moved?"Gale replied, "As long as a woman has even the slightest interest in you, she'll be moved. Unless she doesn't like you at all.""I'll think about it.""Women love romance and fall for the person who creates it." Gale grinned. "Go on, go pursue her. If you need me, Joe, just let me know!"Joe still frowned, pondering seriously. After a while, he leaned in mysteriously.Gale leaned closer. "What's up? Still confused about something?""Has Shawn pursued you like this before?""No."Joe pressed on, "Then what do you think is the most romantic thing he's done for you?"This question stumped Gale. Shawn was a straight guy, completely clueless about women's thoug
He attempted to lean in closer to Gale to seek some advice when suddenly, a hand appeared behind his collar, pulling him back forcefully. Startled by the sudden tug, Joe swiftly sat back in his seat. Who dared to treat him like this! Gripping the chair's armrest, he turned around, displeased."Shawn?"Shawn withdrew his hand. "Men and women should keep their distance. Don't you understand?""I didn't do anything.""You should draw a boundary with your friend's wife.""I didn't bully her. I was just talking," Joe said, bewildered."Why get so close?" Shawn asked.Joe was speechless.He leaned back in his chair. "Forget about it, Shawn. I have no interest in your little wife. You all know who I like.""Mind the distance." Shawn crossed his arms. "If I were to talk to Summer like this, could you tolerate it?""Got it. Sorry, Shawn."Gale was speechless.Joe was just leaning in to have a conversation, right? It was to hear clearly and not be heard by others. How unreasonable.
With Shawn's temperament, he would most likely retort, "Any objections?"However, this time, Gale spoke first, "We've already been quite restrained. Joe, when you finally win over Summer, I hope you remember what you just said. You really need to rein it in."Joe silently turned and walked away. He suddenly had an epiphany. If he ended up with Summer, he would not just want to hug and hold her; he would want to keep her by his side, holding hands all day long, like twins.Shawn leaned down and sat, resting his hand on her chair. "What were you talking to Joe about?""Just chatting, giving him some advice.""He hasn't won her over yet?" Shawn raised an eyebrow. "Hmm, he is not doing too well then.""You're mocking him?" Gale snorted, her temper flaring up. "Think about me. I've never even experienced being pursued. Let alone being courted, I didn't even get a proper confession from you. I just ended up marrying you and having twins.""It shows it was fate."Gale clenched her fis
Dressed in a beautiful white gown and holding a bouquet as she walked down the aisle, witnessed by friends and family, until she stood before him, handing her hand over to him. From then on, they weathered storms together, never to part."What kind of style do you prefer? I'll have them start preparing," Shawn asked.Gale blinked. "Are you really planning to have a wedding ceremony?""Indeed."Just a moment ago, Gale had been complaining, but now that Shawn was serious about it, she hesitated. She tended to speak her mind, but she did not actually have many demands.However, Shawn always took her every word seriously and remembered them earnestly.Gazing into Shawn's eyes, Gale said, "For me, a wedding ceremony is something to look forward to. It's very romantic, but it's all superficial, just a formality. It's important, but not necessary.""Really?" Shawn raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised.Did she mean she did not want to have a wedding ceremony?Gale smiled. "Life is li
"Then you're wasting your time here with me," Gale retorted."My time is willingly spent on you," Shawn replied calmly.Gale felt a warm sensation in her heart. To be treated as an exception, something special and unique, was indeed wonderful."Okay, okay." Taking advantage of the lack of attention, Gale quickly planted a kiss on his cheek. "I'll come to you before work ends, and we'll go home together."Shawn did not move. She kissed him again. Only then did Shawn slowly rise from his seat."Bye." Gale waved to him playfully, her expression adorable.Suddenly, he remembered something, bending down to her ear. "Galey, your menstrual cycle should be ending soon, right?"Her smile froze."I keep track of the days. Do not try to hide it from me," Shawn reminded her.At that moment, Gale suddenly wondered if she could have her period twice a month. Could it last only half a month? What to do if her husband had too much energy? Advice needed!"Hehehe, it's still... not quite over.
Shawn did not hesitate; he immediately refused, "I'm not going." Gale found his expression quite amusing. She teased him intentionally, "This time it's different. I'll be there, and it's just the three of us. Nothing to worry about, nothing will happen, and definitely no intimate photos will be taken." Shawn still firmly declined, "I'm not going.""Really? You're being so cautious? Then, I might just go alone."Shawn pondered. After a moment, he asked, "Are you sure it's just you and Ivy tonight?""I'm sure. If there were others, she would've told me. Besides, she's just expressing her gratitude, why would she involve anyone else?" Gale replied.Shawn's furrowed brows relaxed slightly. If it was just Gale and Ivy, it truly should not be a problem. Nevertheless, he still felt a bit uneasy. He instructed, "Come home early, don't drink, remember to check your phone and reply to your messages.""You sound like you're lecturing Joshua and Nicole...""In my mind, you're not much di