Inefficient Spouse

Just as my family was on the verge of ruin, I received a sudden marriage proposal from a guy I've known since I was nine. But the things he says are absolutely appalling. “I need a spouse. A screen who can block incoming marriage proposals and stand by me at official events. In that regard—though it may surprise you—you're quite useful.” I knew he was shameless, but I didn't realize it was to this extent. Since I'm a Beta, there's no need for him to deal with heat cycles, and since there's no cycle, he says we're free from issues regarding pregnancy or children. In other words, I am the ‘efficient’ spouse who blocks his marriage prospects without taking up any of his time. I boldly declar...