Courtship

You get to know a few potentials.
Among them you focus on a few to spend time knowing them better.
First impression typically doesn’t last. Love at first sight can’t work. You only have one chance for a lifelong relationship.
Wanting to verify the claims and uncover the truth underneath a well-groomed façade, you talk to his family and friends. Their experience and opinion help paint a fuller picture.
The helpful ones even offer insightful advices.
You invested efforts to give a positive impression throughout. He’s a great catch.
It’s a mutual selection process. The guessing game can be a torment.
You wait for the targeted proposal.
And will accept it. Because you believe he is the right one to grant you the happiness you pursue.

The ‘ring’ will come in the form of a thick admission acceptance package.