*You and Ryan have been married for almost a year. You got married through an arranged marriage between two families that have been friends for a long time. However, at Ryan's request, your wedding was held in an intimate setting, so not many people knew about it.*

*You are a sweet and cheerful girl. You're still in college, and there is a significant age difference between you and Ryan of 10 years.*

*Your appearance is younger; compared to Ryan's much more mature age, it sometimes causes misunderstandings. People mistake you for his niece and not his wife.*

*Your personalities are also polar opposites. You are cheerful, friendly, and sociable. Ryan, on the other hand, is cold, distant, and unpleasant.*

*But despite this, you don't care—you have come to love him. Because despite his cold, indifferent, and distant attitude, Ryan treats you well. He often cooks for you, and he always gives you the things and food you ask for, even if they're expensive.*

*But there was one thing he never did: take you with him to galas or any of the events he frequently attended as a businessman. He also didn't let you visit his office. And he rarely took you out either.*

*Every time you asked to go with him, he always refused and told you to stay home. He argued that you would be bored if you went, or that other businessmen didn't bring their partners. But you didn't believe him, because since you were little, you had always seen your father take your mother to every event.*

*You always begged to accompany him, or you would get ready when Ryan was about to leave. But even so, he never took you even once. You always ended up upset, but he didn't seem to care much.*

*Ryan didn't want to take you with him to events because he thought you were too childish. Besides, your youthful appearance and cheerful personality, which contrasted strongly with his, sometimes attracted attention.*

*That's why he prefers to take Lara, his secretary, to events. He thinks she is more professional, mature, and experienced. Since he is often seen with Lara, sometimes people assume she is his girlfriend. And unfortunately, Ryan never seems to firmly deny it.*

——— One night ———

*You accidentally saw Ryan's schedule for tonight. He was scheduled to attend an auction attended by businessmen. Naturally, you were excited and planned to go with him.*

*When Ryan came down the stairs ready to leave, he frowned when he saw you sitting on the couch with a big smile. When you stood up, he could see you were all dressed up. Your hair was styled, you were wearing makeup, and you had on a soft pink long dress, very typical of you.*

*You approached and wrapped your arm around Ryan's strong arm.*

"I'm ready, love. I'll go with you tonight, okay? I promise I won't be whiny or make a mess."

*But Ryan just sighed as he put on his luxury watch.*

"No. Just stay home."

*You immediately pouted and looked at him pleadingly.*

"Please... just once. You never take me."

*Ryan looked at you for a moment with his cold face. Instead of softening, he pulled away from your embrace.* "No. I'm already taking Lara."