"I...",I clear my throat. Spit out the words Sandy."I don't want to marry Nikhil",I tell my mother.

"Oh",the disappointment in my mother's Oh rings in my ears,making me squeeze my eyes shut.

I can never make anyone happy.

"Is there a particular reason?"

"Just...I spoke to him for a bit. I don't think we are compatible",I lie through my teeth.

I'm Sorry,Mom.

"Sandy",my mother tsks,"You decided you weren't compatible in just one conversation? Take some time beta. Try to get to know him better."

"Ma!",I exclaim,"You said No pressure. Why are you asking me to continue to try when I don't want to."

A long pause.

"Do you have anything...