A while ago, I spoke with Mom and Dad. They left the decision to me and didn't force me. But they suggested I consider Ray.
"I don't love Ray, Mom, Dad. We won't be able to be together."
"But you two are already used to being together. It doesn't seem difficult to take the next step towards marriage," Dad replied.
I shook my head.
"No, Dad. For me, my friendship with him can't turn into love. Besides, I already have someone I love."
"Who? Your ex-boyfriend, who had just reappeared after disappearing for years?" Dad must know about Eric to say something like that.
"I love him, Dad. He's the only one I want."
"You trust someone who suddenly comes back into your life? Ray said your ex already has a child. Anita, don't take away what belongs to someone else."
"It's not his child. Eric
