Chapter 43

Spending dinner with a new status as a real husband and wife, Arianna felt a bit awkward. Occasionally, she glanced at Samuel. However, the man remained the same. He appeared calm, even carefree as usual.

There was no sign of nervousness, embarrassment, or awkwardness that Arianna was feeling. Samuel behaved very casually, as if he had been eagerly awaiting this evening for a long time.

After finishing their meal, Samuel stood up first. Extending his hand, he invited Arianna to leave while holding hands.

"What do you want, Samuel?" Arianna asked casually, though she knew exactly what her husband meant.

"I want to dance with you, Arianna."

"Huh?"

"Yes, I want to take you home. No need for a long discussion. I just want to go home holding your hand."

Samuel's recent words didn't sound like a request. Instead, they resembled more of a command that couldn't be questioned. Besides, as Arianna knew, Samuel didn't appreciate being contradicted.

Arianna reluctantly stood up. Accepting Samuel'