May I meet your mother? Perhaps we could continue our conversation at your home," he suggested.
"Oh, no," gasped Uangluang. "That would not be the right and proper thing to do.
It is not like Bangkok here, you know. The girls there have a lot more freedom to do as they please. We are very traditional here in the north and we show great respect for our family's wishes.
Chatree's heart sank. He could not bear the thought of losing contact with this beautiful, Intelligent and respectful girl who valued her traditions.
"I do not even know your name," he said.
"My name is Chatree and I would like very much to continue our friendship. Do you have an email address? Could it be accepted by your family if we can write to each other?" he asked hopefully.