Well for starters, there's no need to convince anyone.


What matters is that you are convinced. End of story.


All they need to know is, he is your bf and they need to accept it.


You could just tell them the truth.


Hey guys, remember so and so from 6 years ago that you hated right off the bat? Well in order to keep the peace I never told you guys that we chose to stay together despite you disliking him. I'm choosing to tell you now since I am tired of keeping secrets and we are planning a future together.


Remember you are an adult, you don't need there permission or stamp of approval.


It's your life, your choices, and ultimately your consequences.


Making choices based on the wants of others.... Well others don't live with those choices do they....


Best of luck!!!