Responses

Because he approached her as a genuine friend and then sprung a proposal on her with no discussion. I think she felt pressured and even more so because she didn’t hate him. So she said no. I think they could still build something romantic without marriage talks if he’s open to the idea but this time period that might be much.
Look I love a lil delulu cuz same lol but dang can we like give this plot point less air time. I’d much rather see the friend give Mr.Fairfax another chance.