I felt bad for telling a lie but it was the best option I could think as of the moment. After dinner, we decided to check-out from the resort and go back to the villa.

While en route to the villa, I leaned my head on his broad shoulder. “They'll be shocked to see us together,” I mentioned about the possible reactions from his family.

“Yes, but they will get over it soon,” he jested. “Baby, cheer up!” He tried to reassure me but how could I relax when going back to the villa was terrifying.

“I’m a little nervous,” I replied after several sighs. Meeting his family after the...