Love Beyond Frame

Chapter 2

Anne was sitting at home when her brother arrived to talk to her. He brought up the marriage proposal their father discussed with her earlier, and Anne expressed herself, saying, "I can't sacrifice my happiness for the family business." Her brother made her see that they only had a few months to stabilize the family business, and refusing to marry Billy would put things in jeopardy.

During their discussion, Anne announces that she doesn't love Billy. Surprisingly, their father overheard them and made a harsh statement. He told Anne that if she refused to marry Billy, he would have no choice but to disown her as his daughter. In this statement of his turn, the whole subject matters to a significant conflict within the family, with everyone making decisions of their own and willingly facing the consequences.

This put Anne in an uncomfortable state and in a difficult position. On the other hand, she had her father and brother, who were eager to save the family business and were determined to go to any lengths to do so. Anne, on the other hand, has her own desires, dreams, and aspirations, which include her not wanting to marry someone she has no feelings for.

Anne understands the importance of the family business, but she can't neglect the way she feels about the whole arranged marriage. She had always been a humble and loyal daughter, but this was something she wasn't too sure she could accept.

But the thought of being disowned by her father filled her heart and made her worry about it, but the decision of her marrying Billy, someone she didn't even love or have feelings for, was probably something she was considering.

The pressure was becoming too much. Anne went to the corner of their building, trying to process all of this. She felt a mix of emotions. She was concerned about the future of the family business, but she was also not happy that her father and brother were putting her in this uncomfortable situation. She knew that they were under a lot of pressure, but she also wanted to help, but their demands from her were something she might not consider despite the threats and the pressure.

Ann demanded an open and honest conversation with both the father and brother. She wants them to see and understand her point of view. She knew it hadn't been easy for the father and brother, but she pointed out to them that marrying Billy might be the solution they wanted but not what she wanted.

While still talking with her father and brother, she explained her feelings in a polite and calm way. "I understand how important the family business is to you both," she said. "But I just can't give myself the chance to marry Billy. It wouldn't go well with Billy, nor will it go well with me either; I have to be sincere with you guys.

Her father and brother listened intently to her, and they could see the serious sincerity in Anne's eyes. They knew that she was being truthful and honest with them; they seemed to understand her. In another way, they knew that the future of the family business was at stake. And also considering the fact that they are about to lose a legacy if she refuses to accept the marriage proposal.

Her brother said," We are putting every measure in place to ensure this business bounces back. So much effort, energy, and time have been invested in this. If we sit back and do nothing in a few months, we will lose everything we have all worked for.

Anne nodded, understanding the high level of the whole situation. "I truly understand how much this means to you," she said. "But I'm also thinking about myself and my own happiness." My life can't be traded for the sake of the family business.

Her father took a deep breath, clearing his throat with thought between his wish to save the family business and his desire to see his daughter excited. "I understand this is a tough decision for you, Anne," he said. "But you have to understand how valuable and urgent this is for all of us in the family."

Anne, looking at her father, could see the disappointment in his eyes, and she felt some kind of guilt. She didn't intentionally want to let her family down, but she also couldn't deny her own feelings. "I really understand this is hard," she said. "But we might look for other ways we can find a lasting solution that can save this situation.

The atmosphere was calm, with the three of them sitting in silence, staring at each other for a moment, every one of them in deep thought. Finally, Ann's brother spoke up. By suggesting, "What if we tried to seek help from the local government or look for some investors for our business?" "Someone might help save our family business from dying and going bankrupt without us having to involve Billy's family."

Anne stood up with her eyes lit up at the suggestion. "This could work!" she shouted. "We can start by reaching out to some of the contacts we have to see if anyone will show interest in investing in the business."

Anne's father shook his head slowly, giving in to the idea. "We can give it a try," he said. "But remember, we have limited time, and we ought to act fast if we really want this business to stand."

The three of them worked effortlessly from that moment on, seeking investors for the family business. They reached out to as many as they could and did many media presentations. They try so hard to do everything they can to make the business known and possible to attract investors, but no positive outcome.

Weeks had gone by since another serious conversation with a tough discussion with Anne. Seeing that all efforts had failed, she accepted the proposal to marry Billy, feeling pity for the situation with tears in her eyes.

Anne's father was glad and relieved, appreciating her and her brother's acceptance and willingness to listen to him and to consider this proposal to bring about a lasting solution. She knew that it hadn't been easy for the family lately.

But she had to accept her just to please the father and to save the family business, and the plan for t

His marriage begins.