ADRIAN'S POV " You didn't tell me anything about following rules , " Olivia said as I removed my tie in front of the mirror . " Well , now you see them , " I replied coolly . " And you are not to break any of those rules . " I could see her eyes scanning the paper in her hands , the disbelief evident in her expression . Her fingers clutched the edges tightly as if she wanted to rip it apart , but she knew better . RULEBOOK Curfew leave . You must be inside the mansion by every night unless permitted to No Unauthorized Communication - You are not allowed to make phone calls , send messages , or meet with anyone without my approval . Restricted Areas - You are not allowed to enter my office , the library , or any other locked rooms in the house . Dress Code - You will wear only the clothes I provide for you . Anything outside of my selection is not permitted . Meal Times - You will eat meals at designated times , and only in the dining room . Skipping meals or eating elsewhere is not allowed . You aretly forbidden from contacting Julian or any of No Contact with Julian his associates . Respect and Obedience - You will address me with respect at all times and follow my instructions without argument . No , Leaving Without Permission - You are not allowed to leave the estate without my authorization . Surveillance Awareness - Every room except your bedroom and bathroom is monitored . Do not attempt to disable or avoid surveillance . - Guests Are Not Allowed - You are not permitted to invite or host anyone at the mansion without my approval . Daily Check - ins - You must check in with me every morning and every night to report your activities for the day No Secrets - If you are hiding something from me will find out . It's better to be Successfully unlocked ! honest upfront . Olivia scoffed , shaking her head as she looked up at me . " These rules are too much . I ' m not a prisoner here . " CHAPTER 036 I turned to face her fully , stepping closer . " Would you prefer to be a prisoner in jail ? " Her throat bobbed as she swallowed hard . That was enough to shut her up . " The last time I left you unchecked , without any rules , you grew wings . Asking for a divorce , talking to me without respect , " I said , my voice dropping lower , controlled but firm . " That's not going to happen a second time . " She clenched her fists , her defiance still flickering in those eyes . " So that's it ? You're just going to use that against me every single time ?" " Yes , because the power is in my hands . " I tapped the paper she was holding . " And if you break any of these rules , there will be consequences . Trust me , you don't want to know them . " Net that hang in the air between us before turning away . I had no time to waste arguing with her tonight . Without another word , I climbed into bed . There was work to do tomorrow , and I wouldn't let her disturb my focus . Next morning . I woke up before my alarm , the soft glow of the early morning sun creeping through the curtains . Sitting up , I turned my head to glance at Olivia . She was still asleep . I swung my legs out of bed , stretching slightly before heading into the bathroom . I had a long day ahead , and wasting time was not an option . The warm water hit my skin , and I let out a slow breath , clearing my mind . By the time I stepped out , towel around my waist , Olivia was still curled up in bed , her dark hair spilling over the pillow . She was still asleep ? I let out a quiet scoff . Part of the reason I brought her back was so she could resume her duties , yet here she was , sleeping in as if she had nothing to do . Walking over to her side of the bed , I gave her a small tap on the head . Nothing . I frowned slightly before tapping her again , a little harder this time . She stirred , groaning as her eyes slowly opened. " What do you think this is ? A sleeping party ? " I said , my tone sharp . " Did you forget why you're back here ? You're supposed to pick out an outfit for me . " She let out a small sigh , rubbing her temples as she sat up . " A wife who loves her husband picks out his outfit , and last I checked , I'm not in love with you anymore , " she said , her voice laced with quiet defiance . That sentence alone was enough to make my blood boll . In one swift movement , I grabbed her wrist , yanking her to her feet . She gasped , her 7/3 CHAPTER 036 eyes widening slightly . " I wasn't asking , " I said coldly . For a second , we just stood there , our gazes locked . The stubbornness in her eyes hadn't faded , but she knew better than to push further . With a clenched jaw , she pulled her wrist free and turned toward the wardrobe . I sat on the edge of the bed , watching her silently pick out my outfit for the day . She barely looked at me , her movements precise but detached , as if this was just another task she had been forced to perform . I didn't mind obedience was what mattered . She laid the suit on the bed , a crisp navy ensemble , before stepping back . " Happy ? " she said with a sarcastic tone . I ignored her and picked up the suit I took my time dressing , adjusting my tie in the mirror , my gaze briefly flickering to her reflection . She stood stiffly , arms crossed , her defiance barely hidden beneath her composed exterior . " Good choice , " I said simply , fastening my cufflinks . She didn't respond , only turning away and walking toward the window . I let it slide . She was still adjusting to the new rules , but soon enough , she'd understand that resistance was useless . I left without another word , stepping into the black SUV waiting outside . The drive to the office was smooth , but as we neared the building , the sight of flashing lights and at growing crowd of reporters came into view . As expected . The moment the SUV rolled to a stop , my security detail moved into place , creating a clear path . The second I stepped out , microphones were shoved in my face , reporters shouting over one another , and cameras clicking in rapid succession . " Mr. Westwood ! What do you have to say about your wife hugging another man ? " The question rang out , loud and piercing , just as I had intended . I smirked . Perfect . 373