In the grand living room of the McAdams Manor.

"Aria, are you sure you want to marry Hansen? Earl asked, frowning at Aria, who was sitting on the opposite couch. He was gripping a newspaper in his hand, and his face was as pale as a ghost."

"Dad, I love him. I must marry him. Aria's eyes were red and swollen. She replied with certainty, ""Dad, I have been with him for so many years. We have so many memories together and I love him. Why can't I marry him? Where else would I be able to find such a good husband like him in A city?"""

"Aria was in...