Dear Ophelia

Dear Ophelia,

You are in a tough situation that may or not end in a bane way.  But here is my truly empathetic advice.  Hamlet is royalty, you aren't.  That already makes this difficult.  That wasn't mellifluous but it is what it is.  This is what you can do.  Ignore your father and brother.  They don't control you, it is your life.  Kudos if you tell this up close and personal.  This is a serious topic so you need to be stern with them. Remain monolithic and don't break down if they continue to say no.  This is what you want, correct?  Tell Hamlet that you love him, more than anything in the world, after you come to a consensus with your father and brother.  This may seem like a quixotic dream right now but it can be reality in a week or so.  Also, don't let this lead to a vendetta as such in Romeo and Juliet.  If this does succeed  you will be filled with euphoric feelings.  Your power of volition in this decision is what will make or break the outcome.  Make sure to approach your father at the apropos time and to say the right words.  Good Luck!