Rather Than The Son, I’ll Take The Father

As I found myself relegated to the role of a tragic side character, destined to meet my demise due to the incompetence of my husband, a bold idea took root in my mind: if I couldn't escape marriage, why not alter the course by choosing a different spouse altogether?

Marriage sounds like an excellent idea, I declared.

Wise decision, he responded, his tone casual. We shall proceed with a modest wedding ceremony. Following that, you will assume the role of lady of the house in the Fief until summoned. Rest assured, there will be little time for leisure or luxury.

But I had other plans. I won't be marrying you, I stated firmly. Instead, I choose to marry your father.

There was a moment of stunned silence before he managed to stutter out, Pardon?

I have no intention of marrying you. Is there a problem with that?