Soren understood my meaning before I even finished speaking.
"That's not going to happen," he said firmly. "My family already knows I have a girlfriend."
I smiled. "It's just a girlfriend, though."
Candy had once told me that even marriages could end in divorce, let alone a mere relationship. She'd also claimed William would never approve of Soren being with me, which made me wonder if she knew something I didn't.
Upon noticing my hesitation, Soren's expression turned serious. "I've told you before—I don't take relationships lightly."
His gaze deepened as he paused, then added, "Actually, if you're willing, we could get married right now."
What?!
I stared at him, stunned.
Waving my hand quickly, I let out an awkward laugh. "Marriage is a lifelong commitment. You can't be reckless about these things. You really shouldn't joke like that."
Despite my words, joy bubbled inside me.
Logically, I knew too many obstacles stood in our way, making marriage seem unlikely. Yet in that mo
