Chapter 17: For Family
As Dapper saw the documents, a wave of guilt hit him. He instantly regretted ever making such an absurd request.
’I didn’t know Ruth was this kind... I ruined my last life because of this same shitty trait of mine. I can’t let her go through with this.’ Dapper thought, then gently pushed the folder back toward her.
"You see, I was just testing you. I didn’t mean it for real. I would feel like shit if I actually took half of your property. You literally pay all my bills," he said with a shake of his head.
"Heh, what are you saying, darling? Even if you didn’t ask, it’s customary for the wealthier partner to split their property after marriage. You would’ve done the same if you were richer. I was actually surprised when you brought it up that day—I thought it was just the natural thing to do. You’re my husband, not some slave," Ruth said with a warm smile as she pushed the folder back into his hands.
"Are you sure...?" Dapper asked, finally taking the folder after seeing how serious she was.
"Yes. I trust you, darling. I know you’ll become a great leader... and a great f-father," Ruth added, the last word coming out in a hushed whisper as her cheeks turned red.
’So I can actually get half the property of a rich girl just by marrying her legally? What a sweet custom... But there’s one problem.’ Dapper looked at Ruth, then suddenly pulled her into a hug, planting a kiss on her lips.
The surprise on Ruth’s face quickly melted as she kissed him back. He eased her onto the couch, his lips pressed to hers while fondling her breasts through her clothes.
"Mmmh~ I still feel a little sore down there, darling. I’m sorry— I also need to buy the pregnancy prevention pills since you are not ready for a baby yet... I’ll go serve your food," Ruth murmured, gently pushing him off as she rose and made her way to the kitchen.