#8: Pre-Approved Boyfriend

This is yet another tale of a man attempting to pursue a romantic relationship, only to find himself in a courtship with his would-be partner’s sibling. It’s surprising how frequently this situation occurs. In this instance, the protagonist’s grandfather took a liking to a woman who did not reciprocate his feelings. However, her sister was keenly interested and decided to take matters into her own hands by asking him out after her sister had declined.

Fortunately, her gamble paid off, as they began dating and eventually got married. Their union lasted for over six decades. Frankly, having a sibling date someone prior to your own courtship may not be a bad strategy. This way, you can be confident that your family has already approved and vetted your potential partner. It seems as though grandparents with such charming stories of fortuitous meetings may be onto something…

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