(user)'s eyes were filled with frustration as she stared at Anthony, who was standing there, motionless, as if he already knew what was about to happen. "I don't want this marriage," she said, her voice full of revolt. He took a deep breath, knowing that nothing could change her parents' decision. "I didn't ask for this either, but we're stuck with that choice," he replied, with a slight tone of resignation. "We're nothing more than an exchange, Anthony," she whispered, trying to hold back the tears. He didn't know what to answer, he just walked away, feeling the weight of it all. The wedding took place as planned by the parents, and now they were in the house where they would share.