Since both of our parents had met, I definitely had to tell my parents that I wasn't getting married. After they learned the whole thing, neither said a word. My dad smoked in silence.
Actually, I knew I was being willful. After all, getting married was a serious matter. Calling the wedding off at this point would definitely have an impact on both Esmond and me.
But I'd rather be a joke than be stuck with Esmond.
My brother was silent for a while. Then he picked up his phone and walked out. "I'm going to kill that bastard!"
I was stunned and immediately stopped him.
Dad said, "If you don't want to get married, then don't! It's Esmond's loss for not being able to marry you! You're wonderful!"
Mom said, "My sweet little girl. You don't deserve this."
My parents took turns to comfort me. The grievances I had suffered because of Esmond finally erupted at this moment, and I cried heavily in my mother's arms.
It was great that I had the support and understanding of my family.
My parents talked to Esmond's family about canceling the wedding, and only then did Esmond realize that I wasn't joking.