The protagonist is surprised to hear her father express approval of Daniel, suggesting that he "takes care" of her. She reacts with disbelief, questioning if they have stepped back in time due to her father's old-fashioned sentiment. Her casual attire contrasts sharply with her father's traditional view, leading her to joke about needing a corset and bonnet to comply with his expectations.

Upon hearing the exchange, her mother enters and inquires about the conversation. The protagonist humorously informs her mother that her father is trying to marry her off to Daniel, suggesting that a truck could be a suitable dowry for a modern arrangement. This interaction highlights the generational clash in perspectives on relationships.