You know those stories where life takes a completely unexpected turn? Yeah, this is one of those! Daphne, a 22-year-old from a humble background, suddenly finds herself tangled in a problem she never saw coming. Imagine being swept off your feet, not by love, but by a crazy twist of fate that lands you in a marriage you never signed up for—sounds wild, right?
And then there’s Paul, the perfectionist who has everything except, well, a willingness to open his heart. But life, as unpredictable as ever, decides to throw these two together. This story is about to take you on emotions, drama, and love. Let’s read, shall we?
Married To A Stranger (My Perfectionist Husband) – Marriage Love Story
Prologue: Daphne 22 from a poor family.
Her parents are just petty traders.
Dad was a gambler, while her mom had a heart surgery.
Filled with debts, with no means to pay them.
One day, a woman decided to help them clear off their numerous debts.
She asked that they married their daughter off to her grandson.
They declined, but after she assured them that Daphne was gonna be taken care of.
They agreed. At least their princess will get to live a better life.
All this happened without Daphne’s knowledge.
Her parents knew there was no way she’d agree to this, so they didn’t bother to tell her but deep down it was eating them up.
Paul ☞ 25 from an influential family.
A perfectionist hates it when a mistake is been made.
Hates it when someone tries to come to close to him or invades his privacy.
Used to not having people around him, and HE F**KING LOVES IT THAT WAY.
Lost his parents at the early age of five.
Raised by his granny.
Got spoilt by her pampering. He had everything at his beck and call.
Got the shock of his life when his granny told him about his marriage.
He was threatened by his granny to let go of all of his wealth, if he didn’t get married.
No way!!!
He’s f**king used to living lavishly, and granny doesn’t babb, she only says things she means.
Daphne was coming home from her work place where she works as a part timer, when she was taken away by unknown men.
Thinking she was kidnapped, but was shocked to her bone marrow when she saw her parents at her wedding.
Will she ever forgive her parents for this?
Will granny keep to her promise?
Or did she just want to get her grandson married at all cost?
Will Paul ever grow to like her?
Join me on this ride to find quench your curiosity.
Do not forget to grab your cup of garri and water to drink while on this ride.
Popcorn and Pepsi belong to the rich😹
By: AJ
Tropes: Hatred, Anger, Sadness, Marriage, Romance.
Chapter 1 & 2 : A Marriage She Never Wanted
Daphne’s parents were busying attending to the numerous customers waiting in front of their store, when Daphne arrived.
“Oh you’re back” Her dad said.
“Come help me out” Her mom said.
She dropped her bag, and walked over to where her mom was.
“Go get some rest mom” She hugged her mom, from behind.
“Okay…” Her mom trailed, before letting her take over.
“What do you want?” She asked a customer.
“We made a lot of money today” Her dad smiled looking at the money in his hand.
“All thanks to Daphne, the customers were already losing their patience” Her mom stroked her hair fondly, and she smiled.
“We should eat something nice tonight” Her dad suggested.
“Nah, we have a lot of debts on our neck. We should save up and clear them off” Daphne disagreed.
“Daphne…” Her mom trailed, and she took the money from her dad.
“We’ll make do of what we have and that’s final” She said firmly.
Her parents exchanged glances. They knew that they better not argued with her.
It’s 9pm already.
They were preparing to close the shop, when some group of hefty men dressed in black came.
“How may I be of help Sirs?” Daphne smiled.
“Daphne go in” Her dad said, and she did as she was instructed.
“Where is the money?” One of the men asked.
“I promise to return it as soon as I have both the money and the interest” He pleaded.
“It’s been five months already. Pay us up, else you want us to beat you to a pulp” One of them threatened.
“Please give me a few more days” He fell on his knees, not minding the people watching.
“Beat him” One of them ordered.
He’s obviously the boss.
They raised their hands to hit him, when Daphne screamed.
“Don’t you dare!” She warned sternly.
“Just take your money and leave” She handed them an envelope.
One of the men checked, and nodded his bald shiny head signaling the rest that the money was intact.
“Thank your stars” The boss said to him.
“Just leave already” She said at the verge of crying.
“Dad” She helped her dad get up.
She wiped off his tears.
“Don’t worry about it dad. It’s a matter of time” She hugged him.
“I’m sorry Daphne” He gently broke the hug.
“Stop apologizing dad. Go in. I’ll close the store” She said, and he went in.
Immediately he went in, she faced the people watching.
“Don’t you have houses to go to!!!!” She yelled angrily, and they left murmuring amongst themselves.
“Nosy beings” She ran her fingers in her hair in frustration.
“What happened at the store?” Daphne’s mom asked,and the father and daughter exchanged glances.
Daphne’s mom left before them.
The environment they live in.
Words spread like wildfire.
“Some tax officials came” Daphne lied.
“Really?” Her mom looked at her dad.
“Yeah mom. What did you make for dinner?” She stood up, heading to the kitchen.
“Daphne I heard what happened at your parents store last night, is it true?” One of Daphne’s colleague,asked with an hint of mockery in her voice.
But little did she know that Daphne was ready for her.
Everyone knows her as a gossip.
“Minding your filthy business won’t hurt, would it?” Daphne smirked.
“Watch your mouth” She warned sternly.
“I’ll do that after you learn to mind your business”.
Daphne looked at the her other colleagues who were obviously enjoying the show.
“Bunch of gossips” She hissed, and walked away.
Chapter 3 & 4 : The Struggles of Newlywed Life
What’s happening guys, there is the likes on the last chapter that low.
“And there comes my grandson” Granny Freya said proudly, as Paul stepped out of his Lambo looking so rich and classy.
“GF” He smiled walking to her.
He calls her GF instead of Granny Freya.
“Bratty baby boy” She hugged him.
“I missed you” He said on her shoulders, as she stroked his hair fondly.
“Not as much I missed you” She said, and he broke the hug.
“You love me, don’t you?” He pecked her cheeks, and she dramatically rolled her eyes.
The domestic workers gushed.
“Do you need a special invitation to go carry my grandson’s bags?!” She yelled in embarrassment.
The workers rushed to his car.
“Let’s go in. I’m famished” He held his growling stomach.
“Hungry lion” She teased, and they went in.
“So how was your stay at Sweden?” She asked.
“Cool GF” He took a sip of his wine.
“I don’t like this” He complained, and Granny raised a brow at the workers. They immediately ran to get another wine from the wine cellar.
“My GF can’t change for anything” Paul chuckled.
“Daphne aren’t you late for work?” Her mom, Millie tapped on her shoulders.
“Huh?” She removed her ear pods.
“It’s past 10am already”.
Her mouth formed an O shape, looking at the wall clock.
“I took the day off” She said, lying on the couch.
“Okay. Get some rest today” Millie said, leaving the house.
“I will join you at the store soon!!!!” She screamed.
“Don’t you dare!!! Get some rest!!!!” Her mom’s voice reached her, and she chuckled wearing back her ear pods.
Granny Freya was on her way home, coming back from the hospital. She went for her regular checkup, when she saw a girl crossing the road.
She felt connected to the girl. The girl gave her a positive vibe.
“You said you were familiar with this neighbourhood,right?” She said to her driver.
“Yeah ma’am” He responded from the front.
“Do you know her?” She pointed at Daphne, and he gave a nod.
“What’s her name? What kind of person is she? Where does she live? Who are her parents?” She asked, making Paul look up from his phone.
He looked outside the window but he couldn’t find any one.
“Why asking so much questions GF?”
“None of your business” She responded sassily.
Granny Freya, Paul and her driver were in the car, watching the scene in front of Daphne’s parents store.
They were been harassed by their debtors.
“GF let’s get out of here. It’s f**king crowdy” Paul complained, and she growled at him.
“Okay…” He focused back on his phone.
“Let’s go” Granny said, and the driver reversed the car.
Paul lips stretched into a smile.
“Sorry dad” Daphne said as she helped treat his wounds.
“Are you hurt… anywhere?” Mrs Millie asked calmly.
“I’m fine” She faked a smile.
“I’m sorry” Her dad sniffles in guilt.
“Stop apologizing, else I’ll leave you to treat your wounds yourself” Daphne joked, and her mom smiled.
“Granny, why did you go to that girl’s place?” Paul asked.
“You’ll know soon” Granny Freya replied.
“What about dad’s company?I’m twenty five already” He said.
“You’ll get your parents properties soon” She got up.
“Soon soon soon” He sang, watching her ascend the stairs.
“Can I please get a loan?” Daphne pleaded.
“You won’t be able to pay back. I know how long it took for you to pay the last one” Her boss replied.
“I swear I’ll pay this one on time”.
“That’s like working for me till the next five to seven years. I don’t want that”
“Please” She begged desperately, and her boss smirked.
“Daphne” He got up, and walked to her.
“You have been pretending not to notice my advances towards you” He kissed her neck.
“Boss, I can’t” She made to walk away, but he pulled her back by her hand.
“I’ll give you whatever you want. Just name your price” He said in a whisper, and she fell silent.
“Let me have a taste. Just once won’t hurt, would it? It’s gonna be our little dirty secret” He wrapped his arms around her, and she sighed deeply in helplessness.
“You’re married sir”.
“My wife is slow witted. You can be rest assured that she won’t find out”
“Sir I can’t” She shook her head.
“Okay wait” He got his cheque book, and wrote on it.
“This is a blank cheque. You can write any amount you want on it” He extended his hand, but took his hand back as she made to take it.
“Give and take, isn’t that bad, is it?” He smirked, and she fell silent.
“9pm” He said, and she looked at him before walking out of his office.
<9 : 10 PM>
Daphne has been staring at her phone, looking at the address he sent.
She’s been thinking if going to meet him as worth it or not.
She switched off her phone, and then remembered that she needed the money.
“I hate this” She closed her eyes, and tears rolled down het cheeks.
She opened her eyes.
“You can do it Daphne” She muttered.
“It’s not worth it” She added.
She got up, and wore a short flayed gown, and a heel to match.
Her mom saw her leaving the house.
“Where are you going to?” She asked.
“Umm…Erm… Yeah church church” She lied.
“Church?”
“I’ll be back mom” She ran out of the house.
Daphne knocked on the door, and he opened it immediately.
“Gorgeous” He cast his lustful eyes on her.
“May I come in?”
“Sure Angel” He smiled, and she went in.
Her eyes went to the blank cheque on the table, reminding her of the reason why she’s here.
“Let’s have some fun!!!” He screamed, popping a bottle of champagne.
“Take this” He handed her a cup, and she drank everything at a go.
“Sexy” He licked his lips seductively as he spun her around.
He pulled her to himself, leaving no gap between them.
He could hear her pounding heart, and heavy breaths.
“I’ll be gentle” He kissed her neck, before laying them both on the both, with him on top.
He placed kisses on her exposed cleavage, unbuttoning his shirt.
Right now, Daphne was feeling so irritated but she had no choice at this point.
Tears rolled down her cheeks at guilt.
She has never felt so cheap in her life.
He made to remove her gown, when her phone rang.
“Wait a minute” She said, and he groaned in frustration.
It was her mom calling.
She wanted to swipe red, but then changed her mind.
“Mom” She said calmly.
“Come out” Her mom said.
That was when Daphne came to her senses.
She looked around, and she burst out in tears.
What the f**k is she doing here?
How did she get here?
What would have happened if her mom didn’t call?
How was she gonna face her mom?
She jumped out of the bed, and hung her bag across her shoulders.
“Where are you going to?” He stood up.
“I’m sorry but I can’t do this” She brushed her hair with her fingers.
“Think about the cheque, it would turn your life and that of your parents around”
She picked up the cheque, tore it into pieces and threw it on him.
“To hell with you and your filthy cheque!!!!” She burst out in tears.
She made to walk away, then he pushed her on the bed.
He immediately hovered above her, trapping her hands above her head.
She cried out for help, but no one came.
“You’ve left me with me no choice but to do it the rough way” He said, using an hand to unbolt his belt.
She looked around.
This sht was becoming reality. He was gonna rpe her!!!!!
He pulled down his trousers, his bulge was so obvious.
She had no choice but to hit him in his groin.
He let go of her hands, groaning in pain.
She immediately ran out of the room, panting in fear.
Her mom was in front of the hotel waiting for her.
“I’m sorry mom” She cried.
“It’s fine. You didn’t do it, did you?” Mrs Millie asked calmly.
Silence.
“Gosh, what am I saying? I’m sure you didn’t do it. My princess would never disappoint me” She chuckled wiping off her tears.
“I’m sorry”.
“Gosh it’s so cold. Wear this” Her mom handed her a coat.
“I’m sorry mom. I really am”.
“Let’s hurry home before your dad notices our absence” She chuckled, and they left.
Chapter 5 & 6 : The First Night
For the past few days Daphne wasn’t been going to work.
Though her dad asked why, but her mom covered up for her saying she resigned.
Granny Freya was with her parents inside the store, while she sat outside trying to attract customers by greeting everyone when passed by.
Sales have been slowly lately, and she suspects her former boss for that cause he can be quite cunning, and wicked.
A black car pulled up in front of her.
She already knows who it is, so she didn’t flinch.
Her boss alighted smirking at her.
“Go away” She warned.
“I’m not sure you’ll say that, after watching this” He played a video on his phone.
It’s a clip of them together at the phone, but this particular one was edited.
In this clip they were banging, and tears immediately rolled down her cheeks.
“Do the needful. Same address, else I’mma post this” He threatened.
“Please do not” She begged crying, and he clicked his tongue thrice.
“Sorry give and take” He smiled satisfactory.
Someone gave him a slap, it was Granny Freya.
His eyes widened.
“Who the f**k are you!!!!” He yelled.
“Take him away” She ordered, and her body guards did as they were instructed.
“Don’t worry, Love. I’ll make sure he’s taken good care of” She smiled, and with that she left.
“What did you guys talk about?” Daphne asked her parents.
“Nothing. She wanted to invest in our store” Her dad said, and she gave him the HUH look.
She burst out in laughter.
“In our store? When there are a lot of stores bigger than ours” She laughed, and her parents could help but burst out in laughter seeing their princess laugh so loud.
“Should we tell her about it?” Mrs Millie said.
“There’s no way Daphne is gonna agree to this” Mr Miles disagreed.
FLASHBACK STARTS**
“I’d help pay off your debts” Granny Freya said, and the couples exchanged glances.
“Thank you so much” Mrs Millie said in gratitude.
“You’re welcome”.
“Don’t worry madam. We’ll sort-
“Arghh!” He gasped, his wife stepped on his toes.
“Are you fine Mr Miles?” Granny Freya asked in concern.
“Perfectly fine” He smiled awkwardly.
“But what do you want in return?… If I may ask” Mrs Millie asked politely.
“Daphne. I want her for my grandson” She said straightforwardly.
“Huh?” Mr Miles muttered in shock, and Mrs Millie looked at Daphne who was outside the store.
FLASHBACK ENDS**
“Are you sure about this?” Mrs millie asked in concern.
“We both want our princess to live a life of comfort, don’t we?” Mr Miles asked, and she nodded in agreement.
“I agree. She barely got to graduate college because of our low income. Marrying her off to a wealthy family is the only option we have” Mrs Millie said.
After her former boss was arrested. A new manager was employed.
“Is it true that you are the reason why boss was arrested?” Her nosy colleague asked, and she rolled her eyes in frustration.
“Answer me” She said curiously.
“I heard he fked you behind a car, is it true?” Daphne asked. “What the!!” She exclaimed in shock. “I knew you guys were dirty pigs”. “How dare you!!!” She yelled. “I’m interested in you just as much as you are interested in me… But the only difference is that I don’t fk leftovers” Daphne smiled, and she walked away in rage.
“What the f**k are you saying!” Paul bolted up.
“Don’t you dare use a curse word while speaking to me” Granny Freya warned sternly.
“I’m sorry but I refuse to be married to that thing” He emphasized on the last word.
“Thing?”
“She’s not up to my standards. I can’t even have her for a one night stand” He sat down.
“Unfortunately you have no choice but to get married to her”
“Really?” He let out a dry chuckle.
“Yeah” She replied.
“I’m out of here” He got up, and she said.
“Take another step, and have your bank accounts frozen” He immediately stopped on his tracks.
“GF, you can’t do that to me, can you?” He blinked.
She picked up her phone to make a call.
“GF!!!” He yelled taking the phone from her.
“Hand me back my phone”.
“I would do no such thing” He said.
“Hold onto my phone, and let me see how you head your dad’s company” She said, and he immediately handed her the phone.
“Good boy” She smiled.
“So are you getting married or not?” She asked, and he looked at her in disbelief.
So she’s really serious about this marriage stuff????
He touched his cheeks. They are so plumpy, he’s sure they’ll be as flat as his chest when he loses access to his accounts.
“GF, you love me, don’t you?” He asked calmly.
“Yes or no” She smiled, and he looked at her with his mouth wide open.
Daphne was coming back from work, she made to cross the road when two hefty men alighted from a black car with tainted windows.
She made to walked away when then they carried her away in the car.
“Let me go” She struggled trying to open the door.
She saw her parents, and then shouted.
“Dad!!!! Mom!!!! Help!!!!”
She was injected, and immediately passed out.
Her parents watched as the car took her away, and her mom burst out in tears.
Her dad hugged her, and sniffed throwing to fight back his tears.
Daphne woke up in front of a mirror, and her eyes widened.
She was clad in a wedding dress, her hair was neatly packed in a bun and a beautiful crown was on her head.
“What’s happening!” She sprang up, and two ladies came in clad in a maid’s dress.
“Good morning ma’am” They bowed.
“Huh?” She muttered in shock.
“What am I doing here? In this dress?” She asked.
“We are late ma’am. We’ve been waiting for you to wake up” One of the ladies said politely with a bow.
“What genre is this? Dark Romance?” She muttered.
“Ma’am?” They asked in unison.
“What’s the name of this clan? Cause in stories the Mafia boss kidnaps a girl and gets married to her without her consent and I refuse to be one of those girls” She played with her gown nervously.
Paul came in.
She was looking so beautiful clad in a floor length wedding dress, which was embroidered with pearls from head to toe. Her crown made her look like a queen from a wealthy empire.
But he refuse to be entrap by her beauty, so he shook his head.
“And isn’t she out of here already?” He asked the maids.
“Sorry sir” They bowed, and walked to her.
“Let go ma’am” They said.
“No!” She said firmly.
“Fine. I can also be stubborn” He picked up in a bridal style, and carried her out of the room.
The ride to the venue was a quiet one, until Daphne decided to break the uncomfortable silence.
“May I know your name please?” She asked calmly.
“I’m not interesting in knowing you. So please shut up and let me think” He said icily, and her eyes stung with tears.
She misses her parents. Only the heavens knows how lonely and sad they are right now.
The guests threw petals at them as they walked down the aisle.
She was nervous, anxious, worried and scared that she missed her step.
Paul looked away, but then saw eyes on them.
He changed his mind, and caught her before she could land on the floor.
👥: So romantic
👥: They look good together
👥: Oh my gosh
“Thanks” She stood properly, and she linked arms with him.
“You look beautiful together Daphne and Paul” Granny Freya shouted on purpose.
So they’d know each other names when saying the vow.
“Daphne” Paul muttered.
“Paul” They exchanged glances.
They were almost approaching the alter, where a priest was already waiting for them, when she saw her parents and Granny Freya.
She stopped on her tracks in shock.
Her parents couldn’t look at her.
They’ve betrayed her trust.
“Would you move your feets or should I do that for you?” Paul said, and she resumed her walk.