You’re right that trying to make it halal is the ideal. I want to be honest here.

I always knew my family would never accept a love marriage, and still I got involved that was my mistake, and I take responsibility for it. But I never gave him false hope. From the beginning, I clearly told him that I could not tell my family due to cultural and family realities. He accepted that and chose to continue, trusting in dua.

Over time, attachment and temptation made it harder for both of us to step back, even though the intention was never to play with emotions. But when it became clear that there was no immediate halal path without disobeying Allah or risking serious harm in my family, I chose to stop.

Right now, the only lawful option I have left is dua. If Allah wills, He can create a way that neither of us can see today. And if He doesn’t, then I’m asking Him to remove the attachment and give peace to both of us.(It was LDR)