My parents insisted I marry to preserve the family business, so I picked a girl straight from the farm just to defy them

MY PARENTS DEMANDED THAT I GET MARRIED TO KEEP THE FAMILY BUSINESS, SO I CHOSE A FARM GIRL TO SPITE THEM — TURNED OUT, SHE OUTPLAYED US ALL
Honestly, I was a completely spoiled kid with rich parents. The only things I cared about were my inheritance, money, and my share of the business. So when my parents, tired of my bachelor lifestyle, made it a condition that I marry to inherit Dad’s business as he planned to retire, I was furious.
To spite them, I planned to find a farm girl and marry her—no love involved—just to annoy them.
I met Mary, and she seemed perfect for the role. My parents were shocked when they found out where she was from and demanded I change my mind, but I stood firm.
However, last week, we were all at a charity ball, including Mary. The mayor came over to greet us, and I expected him to ignore Mary completely, but instead, his face lit up, and he stepped forward, taking her hand with enthusiasm and bowing.

My wealthy parents demanded I marry to inherit the family business, so I picked a “country girl” to spite them. But soon, I discovered Mary was hiding a powerful secret.

I wasn’t looking for love; I just wanted to get back at my parents. They wanted me to settle down and get married, so I found Mary, a modest, quiet woman who seemed perfect for my plan.

When I introduced her to my parents, they were horrified by her simplicity. But Mary’s calm demeanor and humble attitude made them uncomfortable. Everything was going according to plan—until the charity ball.

At the event, I was shocked to learn Mary was the “Charity Princess,” part of one of the wealthiest philanthropic families in the state. She had kept this hidden, just like I had kept my reasons for the fake marriage.

Turns out, Mary had agreed to this fake marriage to escape her own family’s expectations, just like I had. In that moment, I realized how much I respected her strength and independence. What started as a game became something real.

Eventually, I told my parents the truth. I wasn’t playing anymore—this was real, and I wanted Mary by my side.