The reason I’m writing to you is my neighbour spotted me and my boyfriend in a mall last week. I’m worried he’ll tell my parents that he saw us together. I don’t speak to him but he shares a good rapport with my family. Moreover, my parents think highly of him as he’s an engineering student. Should I go ahead and tell him not to reveal anything to my folks? I’m confused and worried.
— Pratiksha

Illustration/ Satish Acharya