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101 Word Short Stories
I fell into giddy love with a modern woman. My girlfriend wanted us to move to Delhi.
My parents did not approve. They arranged a ‘suitable’ marriage for me, their eldest son.
I meet my bride on our wedding day. She is shy and has a pretty face. She has moved a long way from her family to look after mine, so I must be kind to her.
Gazing at my new wife I think, “I do not need the rush of love. I do not need the tingles; the passion. I only need someone to look after my family’s house.”
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Thank you Tim. Inspired by a recent visit to India. Cheers, Leonie
Succinct, yet poignant.well done.
Thank you Ramona.
Ouch. Sad. Thoughtful
Thank you Sue.
Sad. And seems so true. Well done.
Thank you Ed. It is true. Inspired by a recent holiday in India.
While the story is beautifully written, it follows the stereotype of ‘arranged marriages’ from a western perspective. Many so-called arranged marriages, including my own involved meeting, going out on coffee dates and speaking over phone for a few months before the marriage. Either of us could have backed out if we weren’t happy.
Thank you Sharika. I did not intend to cause any offence nor promote a stereotype.
My story was inspired by our Tour Guide who told our group that he had wanted to marry for love but, as the eldest son, he knew his duty. He did not meet nor speak to his bride until his wedding day but he absolutely did have free choice about marrying this way.
His upbringing and culture was what influenced his decision-making.
He was a lovely young man of 24 so, hopefully, he will be happy.
Yes, there must still be a few families that do this. Hope that young couple is happy too 🙂