Will and allison had been dating for some time and their college graduation was only two months away. allison had wondered what would happen to their relationship after college-will had a job prospect in faraway oregon and he hadn't really talked over the implications of accepting the job with her. one evening, while out to dinner, will broached the subject and declared that while he wasn't quite ready for engagement, he was moving that direction and would only take the job if such a future included allison. their talk is an example of a