Marvin didn't take the document back. For the first time, he showed a kind of firmness in front of me.
"Marriage is already a risk for women. The fact that you're willing to take that step with me… I'm grateful. This is my sincerity. If you accept it, I'll be able to feel at ease."
If there was no emotional foundation, then he would build one through terms and conditions, through something tangible.
So even if Freda ever thought of walking away, she would have to think carefully first. She couldn't simply turn and leave.
As long as there was enough time, Marvin could always find a way to ease her concerns.
And as long as he didn't cross her boundaries, Freda probably wouldn't leave so easily.
Thinking that, Marvin finally felt a little more settled.
I sighed and decided to keep the
