“So your dad’s arranged a formal marriage interview?” She nods. “I mean, you can always say no if you don’t click with the guy your dad sets you up with.” “That is true, yes, but there’s an issue that comes with that,” she replies with some hesitation. “Which is?” I ask. “My father doesn’t understand why I’m so against it, especially considering that I’m not in any sort of relationship right now.” “I mean, I don’t wanna sound rude, but it’s not exactly his place to question how you live your life,” I tell her honestly. “You’re right. I want to be in a relationship with someone I truly love, not with someone who’s been forced on me. I tried to convey this to my father, but he refused to budge on the matter. And as a result, well... I might have told him that I’m actually seeing someo

