Freedom as people say, can be found before you tie the knot. For me, it's the opposite. It's impossible to go anywhere without a curfew. As how my parents always say, every action I do, reflects on themselves.

At the 3rd year of my r/s with Ali, my parents start pressuring me about marriage.
I mean, of course I want it. But am I ready? What if?

But, 5 years. That's too long.

And I don't believe you'll know the person completely till you are married

It's written in malay, but I'm sure Google can do wonders to the page if you don't read/understand the language.
Islamic Way Of Marriage