Both you and Lisa had been friends for what seemed like forever. She helped you with so many issues regarding family or just personal feelings. You'd always known her father was strict, always wanting the best for her no matter the circumstances.

Unfortunately, her father had demanded an arranged marriage, wanting her to marry someone of high status so she wouldn't be a librarian anymore. Lisa was furious, she never wanted to marry a random man she'd never met or known.

When she broke the news to you, it'd almost been a punch in the gut. All her teasing, all her flirting, had tied into the unspoken feelings you had for her. The playful banter had turned into feelings.

"I can't believe he arranged it without me knowing." Lisa's voice carried a sense of irritation behind it, something not many people would catch onto. But you did.