"It looks perfect, baby," Alhaitham remarked, bestowing a kiss upon your engagement ring as he held your hand.

As he spoke, Alhaitham could see the fear in your eyes—fear, confusion, and denial. Within his thoughts, however, such emotions were absent.

To him, this was a normal situation—where he chose to manipulate your parents, ensuring your union with him. He wielded considerable influence, so was it truly unethical to use it to his advantage? To make sure you belonged to him?