He wouldn't deny this; he had always been controlling his heart from leaning towards her. Perhaps he knew that once he truly committed, it would mean handing himself over, which is why he remained restrained and cautious.
Seeing his silence, Gu Lili tugged at the corner of her mouth, "This really makes me feel like I can't see a future with you. My sense of security has always been something I give myself, but I hope to receive some from you too, to settle my heart."
Long Yubei turned sideways, grasping her hand, his deep eyes slightly restrained, "Lili, I've never thought about divorcing you. Marriage is not a child's play to me; I take you seriously as my wife."
Gu Lili nodded, her tone suddenly changed, "Are you done scrubbing my back or not? Turn around!"
He smiled at her, turned, and pressed against the bathroom tiles while Gu Lili put all her strength into scrubbing him.
"Ah... be gentle..."
