During a quiet summer evening with her family, Sophie was shocked when her grandmother, Evelyn, made a surprising announcement: to receive her inheritance, Sophie had to get married within a month—before Evelyn’s 70th birthday. Sophie, focused on her career and independence, was stunned by the ultimatum and left feeling hurt and frustrated.
Evelyn believed Sophie had lost sight of their family’s values, and despite Sophie’s efforts to reason with her, the condition remained firm. Rather than give up, Sophie accepted the challenge and began dating—but the experience proved comically difficult. From strange beliefs to odd pets, none of the dates felt right.
In a bold move, Sophie asked her assistant, Steven, to pretend to be her boyfriend for a family weekend. What started as a favor turned into something more as the two bonded over campfires and shared laughter. Sophie, unsure of her feelings, pushed him away, only to realize how much he meant to her.
At Evelyn’s birthday, Sophie spoke openly about her journey, her mistakes, and her newfound feelings. Steven arrived just in time, and Evelyn, moved by Sophie’s honesty, gave her full support. While the inheritance was secured, what truly mattered was that Sophie discovered something even greater—love that was real and unexpected.