Olivia

"Your family approves," Alexander said after a moment. "That's what matters."

"My dad told me to be careful," I admitted. "He thinks we're rushing."

"He's right to be concerned. It would be strange if he wasn't."

"And my mom pulled me aside to make sure this is what I want."

Alexander glanced at me. "And what did you tell her?"

"That I'm sure," I said, meeting his gaze briefly. "That when it's right, it's right."

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