I know that most people weren't a fan of hers, but I like how real the new girl was.
First, she acknowledged how strange an arranged marriage was, especially in modern times, then suggested just simply getting to know each-other, and getting together only if they themselves were OK with that idea, and now she correctly read the room, and told him up front, that she would have been happy if things worked out, but he already has his heart set on someone, so go and confess to her already you weirdo
Honestly far more endearing and down-to-earth than most 2nd leads (male OR female) that I've read. Props to the author.