"Dad please understand... You know very much that I believe in love. This is not the fairytale I had pictured for myself. Please don't force me into a loveless marriage" Dara said between sobs as tears keep rolling from her eyes.
Her mother sat beside her as if she wanted to sympathize with her, but she knows her mum is beyond that. The woman will probably cause more damage to the situation on ground.
"My dear daughter (here goes nothing...), what could possibly be the problem In him? She continued without waiting for an answer, he's a billionaire for crying out loud. He owns the largest part of this city and most ladies out there wish they were in your shoes. So, instead of crying, you should be thankful to your head for bringing you such luck."
They could have him for all she cared,Dara screamed in her head. If her mum could hear what she just said, Dara knew she wouldn't hear the end of it.
Mr Adetoun cuts in "Honey, you shouldn't be the one saying this. You know we have the most beautiful daughter in the world and besides, you should be able to come down to her level and make her understand why we need her to get married to that young man."
If only they could see this from my point of my view, Dara thought as her parents continue to argue. God, come and deliver me from this trap o
"Baba Dara, eyin le nba omo yi je o(you're the one spoiling this child.) You know I'll keep saying the truth. Not so long, she came home saying she has become a believer. Christian or whatever they call themselves, you said it was her decision and she's old enough to make one. And now, she's complaining about the man you want her to marry.
Dara look here, you are going to marry that young man whether you like it or not because I won't allow you to destroy the legacy that your great grandfathers has built and maintained over the years. Koni baje lori mi( their works won't be destroyed in my time.) If I'll have to tie you up and drag you to the altar, I'll gladly do it. It's your call" Mrs Adetoun said with anger
"Dara your mother is right. You know I love you and I wouldn't allow any harm to come your way. You're ripe for marriage, the young man likes you and I know for sure, he wouldn't hurt you. Because I know his father as an honest man and I believe he's one too. He's the best candidate for the space in your life and I hope you make the right decision." He explained calmly
"But dad, he's not a Christian, how can I be unequally yoked with an unbeliever..."
Chai, I have added petrol to the fire was the first thing that came to my mind. What is wrong with my mouth now
" D.......dad, I didn't mean it.....it that way..." I tried to explain
But you know what they say that words are like egg once it falls down, it can't be taken back
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THE MARRIAGE CONTRACT
RomanceA lady(Darasimi), who believes in true love was asked to get married to a young, tall and handsome billionaire in order to save her family business or get disowned by her parents. Will she succumb to her parents wishes and marry the young man o...
