I know they meant to show that he respects and loves her, but why make it weird by saying he pays her a salary? She is an apothecary that helps with his medical work, so why can't she be his partner in his work, rather his employee? Their dynamic in the married life feels like a give and take deal. There was no need to mention this at all, but because they mentioned it, it just is so strange. Maybe it's just me🤷♀️