"Papa! I did not expect this from you, of all people! This is cheating!" Dora's voice wavered slightly, betraying the mix of surprise and frustration she felt. The only thing that kept her from stomping her feet in frustration was the strict lessons about not doing it!
"How is it cheating? It's only a blind date, sweetheart! There's only six months left to your birthday; we really need to hurry. And he is a handsome man. Also, he fits all the criteria." Alexander's tone was gentle, almost coaxing, as if he were trying to reassure a skittish horse. His eyes softened as he watched his daughter's reaction on the screen, knowing how stubborn she could be.
"I don't care how handsome he is!" She cared, of course she cared, but there was no way she was accepting that in front of anyone. She crossed her arms over her chest, her chin jutting out defiantly as she continued, "He is a known playboy!"
