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What should she do in this situation?

I got married in 2019 in an arranged marriage that turned toxic and abusive. We separated after a year, and our divorce is still in court. I fell into depression and PTSD, and I'm still under treatment. I chose to stay single because society treats me only as a divorcee. I was broken in every way, despite having family support. Unexpectedly, I met a man 1.5 years ago through friends. We connected deeply, and I shared my past openly. He was understanding and supportive. After six months, he proposed, but I was still skeptical about marriage and not yet divorced, so I asked for time. Now, his parents are pressuring him to marry soon as they are getting older. They denied our relationship and started emotionally blackmailing him, fearing societal judgment. He has been trying to convince them for three months, but they still don't accept us. I'm terrified he might leave me due to their pressure. He is shocked by his parents' perspective and doesn't want to hurt them or me. I'm afraid he might do something drastic or leave the city. Some families still prioritize societal approval over their children's happiness, forcing them to marry strangers they deem ideal. I don't know what to do. Should I leave him for his parents' sake or fight for our love? Staying single isn’t an option for him either, and his parents are pressuring him to marry as they are over 70 years old. P.S. They also have two elder kids who are married and settled.
10.41 PM - Dec 22, 2024