"Are you still seeing that boy from school?"

"I'm not seeing him, mother, he's my boyfriend."

"Boyfriend. You don't need one. He's only going to distract you from your goals."

"I may not need him, but I want him. He makes my life easier."

"Break up with him. He's not the one for you."

"You don't know that, mother."

"I do. Your father is making arrangements so I suggest you enjoy your silly little boyfriend while you can."

"I refuse to fall for that threat."

"It's not a threat, Ayame. It's a promise."