I frowned while Dad and Beryl teamed up against me.
"Ally and I will discuss this privately, Sir," Roger said calmly to my Dad, who was obviously just teasing.
Dad kept pushing the wedding. He even suggested we should get married as early as next month. Shouldn't Roger and I be the ones setting the date, not them?
"Fine. But don't take too long, okay?" Dad said. Roger’s father nodded in agreement.
I lost my enthusiasm. It’s frustrating but also a little exciting.
"So, let's talk again once they’ve settled on a date," Dad said. I didn't say another word. Roger and I really needed to talk this out. Honestly, I was still reeling from his sudden proposal and the confession that came with it.
"Where are you staying, Dad?" I asked.
"I’ll just grab a hotel, sweetie."
The hotel is closer t
