When she found a place of her ownand packed her bags he asked her to marry him. She kissed him, and quoted in his ear,"He married a woman to stop her getting away, Now she's there all day."

πŸ“– Ian Mcewan

🌍 British  |  πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Author

πŸŽ‚ June 21, 1948
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In the story, a woman reaches a turning point in her life when she secures her own space and begins packing her belongings. This pivotal moment prompts her partner to propose marriage, highlighting a sense of urgency in their relationship. His request seems to stem more from a desire to prevent her from leaving rather than from romantic intentions.

As she accepts his proposal with a kiss, she whispers a poignant line emphasizing her realization about their dynamic. It suggests a deeper complexity in their union, as she feels trapped in a situation that was initially meant to grant her freedom. The quote reflects her awareness of the irony in her circumstances, a theme that resonates throughout the narrative.

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