Henri knows he is wrong about some things, but what his father is trying to force on him goes far beyond what seems reasonable. He isn't about to start a relationship over a misunderstanding, much less take responsibility for someone he feels nothing for beyond physical attraction.
“Dad, can we talk about this another time?” he murmurs, wincing in pain. “I need to get some rest. My head is pounding.”
“If you're lying in a comfortable hospital bed complaining about a headache, imagine how I feel