She was of the opinion that Hayden not marrying was not the worst thing in life. As long as that was what he wanted, she did not find any fault with his choice.

"Dad, I don't understand why parents always want their kids to get married," Ivy said.

"I don't know about other parents, but I want you all to get married because marrying your mom gave me great happiness. I'm happier married to her than I ever was when I was single. My family has made my life so meaningful, so naturally, I want all of you to find a partner to support you, to listen to you when you need to vent, and to take care of you when you are sick. Humans are social creatures, after all."

Ivy realized something. "Don't force Hayden to get married if he doesn't want to, though. I don't want you to fight." She could not imagine what would happen if Hayden and Elliot fought.

Elliot smiled bitterly. "I'm just telling you what I think. I would never say these things to him."

"Are you drunk as well, Dad?" Ivy could smell