Ophelia in Act I scene ii

Although Ophelia is curious to know why her brother and father do not approve of Hamlet, she remains submissive. However, Ophelia does defend her love with Hamlet. She asserts that their love and affection for one another is real. She finds Laertes' words shocking, but she promises her brother to remember his words and abide to his guidance. Moreover, Ophelia is an obedient daughter. She accepts her father's interference with her love life because she knows he is just looking for her best interest. Although Ophelia does acknowledge and accept her father's "guide to life", I believe she is a strong young woman who will follow her heart to stay with Hamlet. Although I think she is a bit naive, I believe she stays true to herself and remains loyal to love.