“Jack has been on my neck lately seeking my consent.” I poured “Your neck? What for? Does he want to strangle you or what?” She let out. “That is not what I meant.” I cut in. “Please, Sofia. Make me understand. And I would like you to just go straight to the main point.” She poured. With a surprising look. “You also talked about consent. What consent is he seeking from you?” She asked curiously. I have known her for her curiosity, but not today. “Lizzy, remember, I told you the other time about the cool and mutual friendship I'm having with Jack. He is now pushing for a romantic relationship that will eventually lead to marriage.” I poured calmly. “Ah, I thought as much! I have been suspecting his close association with you all this while. But I couldn't process it. Remember I told

