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Harry was driving his car, feeling the cool night breeze brush against his face. At times like this, self-pity was useless.

No matter how much he explained himself to others, it would only make them look down on him even more.

Only by spending big money, buying luxury cars, and owning villas could he slap the faces of those who belittled and mocked him.

That was the only way to make everyone change their opinion of him.

Now, a shortcut was right in front of him! As long as he completed the system's task, he could instantly earn a reward worth a million!

The only thing he needed to do was to find a way to win over his wife and convince her to embrace his plans.

"Ding-dong! Ding-dong!"

A sudden ring of his phone interrupted his thoughts.

Taking advantage of the red light, Harry picked up his phone. It was a call from his wife, Wanda.

"Hello, Wanda, what's up?" Harry adjusted his mood and asked gently as he answered the call.

"Harry, I'm sorry. My dad was really out of line today…" A soft, guilty voice came through the phone.

"It's nothing, I'm used to it. As long as you believe in me and support me, Wanda, I don't care who scolds me or questions me. Please trust me, Wanda. I can do it. Just give me one more month, okay? If I still don't make it after a month, I'll go back to work,"

Harry said warmly into the phone.

In the past, Harry might have been impatient and brushed off Wanda's concern casually.

But now, through the system's prompts, he had realized his shortcomings.

To truly win over his wife, he needed to change his attitude.

After all, his wife had endured a lot over the years.

"Of course I trust you, Harry. Are you alright? Do you want me to come out and keep you company?" Wanda asked, her voice still tinged with concern.

"I'm fine. I'll be back soon. Tonight… let's get to bed early… hehe." Harry chuckled mischievously.

"What are you talking about! Really! Are you thinking of some bad idea again?" Wanda replied, her tone little shy.

After hanging up the phone, Harry headed straight to the largest Wanda Mall nearby.

…

When he returned home, everyone in the family had already gone their separate ways, each retreating to their own room in bad moods.

His father-in-law's Audi A6L had already left the house, probably heading out for a game of cards.

Carrying a gift bag with an air of mystery, Harry headed upstairs.

From the second-floor bedroom came the sound of Clara's crying.

Harry was tempted to go in and comfort Clara, using the opportunity to deepen their bond. However, with his mother-in-law and wife still awake late at night, it was clearly not the right time.

After all, Clara was on summer vacation, and there would be plenty of opportunities during the day.

When he returned to his room, Wanda, was sitting alone, working on a piece of embroidery.

Knowing his wife's obsessive cleanliness, Harry went into the bathroom first, turned on the faucet, and started running warm water in the bathtub. He carefully sprinkled petals and bath balls he had specially bought from the mall over the surface.

After setting everything up, he turned and walked into the bedroom.

When Wanda saw Harry return, she immediately smiled and asked, "Harry, where have you been? Acting all secretive…"

As she spoke, her gaze fell on the gift bag in Harry's hand.

"Darling, you've worked so hard during this time. This is a little something to thank you for your support and help. I feel so lucky. Meeting such a wonderful wife like you is the greatest blessing of my life. Wanda, I love you."

Harry seemed like a completely different person today.

In the past, he would never have said such words.

Even during the time he was pursuing Wanda, Harry had never uttered the words "I love you."

Hearing Harry suddenly give her a gift and say such romantic things, Wanda's face immediately turned red. She felt a sweet warmth in her heart, yet she was also slightly at a loss.

For a moment, she wondered if she even recognized this husband she'd been married to for over a year.

"Oh, we've been married for so long… How can you still be so shameless… You don't earn much now… Why are you spending money on gifts for me…"

Although she said no, Wanda's actions betrayed her feelings. She eagerly opened the gift bag.

"Ah!"

As soon as she saw the box inside, Wanda's gasped and covered her mouth in surprise.

"Oh my gosh! No way… Cartier…"

Her hands trembling, Wanda opened the box, her eyes widening in astonishment.

Inside the box was a dazzling Bulgari Blue Balloon watch.

The silver dial, paired with a ceramic white strap—wasn't this the exact watch she had been dreaming of owning?

"Harry! Are you crazy? Where did you get that kind of money? This watch costs over 5,000! How could you…"

"Sweetheart, let me put it on you and see how it looks."

Before Wanda could finish, Harry gently took the watch out of the box and lovingly placed it on her wrist.

"Darling, I know you've always wanted this watch but couldn't bring yourself to buy it. So today, when I got my manuscript fee, I went and bought it for you. Do you like it?"

Looking deeply into her eyes, Harry spoke tenderly, "Honey, you look so beautiful wearing it. It seems like it was made just for you…"

Though his words sounded casual, Harry's heart was bleeding inside.

His savings had been far from enough to buy the watch. To afford it, Harry had not only emptied his savings but had also maxed out his credit cards.