He had beautiful eyes ,

The kind you could get lost in,
And I guess I did...

Scarlett's pov

I came downstairs. My heart was still beating fast after that encounter with Xander. His touch was so warm and lovely.

No, no, I shouldn't be thinking like this.

"Scar, you came. Where's Xander?" My mom asked.

"Oh, he... he'll be.." I was cut off by Xander himself.

"I'm here, Mrs. Williams." He said coming downstairs with a .....smile?
Wow! He can smile then.

"You needed me for something?" He asked. He's being so polite and nice.

My mom widely smiled, "yes, dear. We decided to come along on Sunday for Ring shopping. I just needed to know you are coming there, right?"

Her face was so hopeful. But alas, Xander won't be coming. I know as Maria said he's a workaholic so why will..
My thoughts stopped when I heard Xander saying, "yes, definitely. I will be there."

Wow! Wow!
Magic do happen!

He looked at me. I just rolled my eyes.

My parents then left after a few minutes to go to Uncle Raj's.

I went to search for Maria. She was in the kitchen.
"Maria." I called.

"Oh, Scarlett. I was waiting for you only. I know you'd come." She said looking at me.

"You knew?"

"Of course I did. And I also know what you want to ask."

"You do?"

"Yes, you want to know why I called your parents. It's because as you said they won't agree, I thought it's better if I talk to them myself. And why did I ask you guys to act like you are in love? Because it'll give them more reason to agree to this marriage." She explained.

"Hmm." I nodded my head. This all was too much.
Just two weeks back I was a normal college going girl with little to no problems in my life. And now I'm here,. going to get married, to a stranger whom my parents think I'm in love with.

Maria took my hand in her both hands.
She looked into my eyes.
"Scarlett, I know you are nervous about this. You also feel pressurised to do this.
You are not able to think clearly. But I promise you, Xander is going to be the best husband. He's a great person. And you are too. I can see you both are perfect for each other. Just don't give up so easily. You are going to realise it yourself."
Giving me a forehead kiss, she left the kitchen.

I closed my eyes and took a deep breath.

Should I tell my parents the truth?
Should I tell them that I don't love Xander?
I saw the happiness in their eyes today. They were really happy. I don't want to sadden them.
I know they always dreamed of marrying me to a successful and respectful person.
And Xander is both, much more even.

I don't what I should do. But I hope I'll get the answer to this...