'I was 17 when I fell in love with Evin. It's been exactly ten years. She had just turned 14. I never brought shame to Evin's name. I never even looked at her in a way that could be misinterpreted to prevent anyone from speaking ill of her. No one knew except your sister and Alaz. I'm an Agha's son. The chances were high that they would give her to me if I asked, but I didn't let it be said that she was seeing Botan. She studied as much as she wanted. She was afraid of marriage, so I waited. I turned away suitors one by one. In the end, I sent my mother. Not as a proposal. I said let no one know. My word is my bond. In the end, I reunited with my beloved. I married her with the traditional bridal veil and crown. As you know, mutual love is a rare miracle here.'
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