Mariam actually got her mother's point. It was also the very reason why Oliver was able to convince her to marry him. She also did not want their child to experience the cruel comments of the judgmental people of society. She could handle those cruel comments. One thing more, Oliver promised not to cheat on her. So that was more than enough for her. They were physically attracted to one other and he seriously asked her to make their marriage work out and she could not simply say no to that. He even agreed to her suggestion of a prenuptial agreement.
In her mind - I am already doing what is best for my baby, Tatay, Nanay. I am sorry if I somehow made the two of you disappointed. But can you blame me for just wanting a child of my own without getting married? All the suitors that have tried
