"What?!" Elizabeth screamed upon being told she would have to get married.
"Elizabeth," her mother said, grabbing her arm gently. We need you to do this, for us, for the family. We are going bankrupt. We need the money, she explained, her voice pleading.
"You are sending me away for money?" Elizabeth yelled, tears welling up in her eyes.
It's not just the money…look. It's just a marriage contract. It will all be over before you know it. Her mother tried to reassure her.
Do not lie to her. It isn't just a contract. You are getting married, and that is it," her father said firmly.
"No!" Elizabeth screamed as she got up to leave.
"Stop right there," her father commanded, standing up, his voice authoritative. "Do not act spoiled."
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