It's good to propose to a paramour.
George has been dating his partner for a few years, and she keeps hinting at wanting to get married.
George wants to make his partner happy.
George decides to take the hints seriously and proposes to his partner.
George ignores the hints about marriage but asks his partner to move in with him instead.
George's partner is thrilled and accepts the proposal.
George's partner feels that he is afraid of commitment and breaks off the relationship.