TRS Tropes 2025 ~ Marriage of Convenience

From “I do” to “I love you”…

What happens when marriage comes first and love has to catch up? Whether it’s a deal, a scandal, or pure necessity, marriages of convenience always lead to irresistible chemistry and swoony surprises. Answer 8 fun questions to discover which arranged-love story is your perfect match!

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Why are you saying “I do” without love (yet)?

To save the family, family business or land.

Immigration or legal reasons.

To escape scandal or gossip.

For financial security or stability.

Who is your convenient spouse?

A family friend you’ve known forever.

A broody billionaire or powerful boss.

A sworn rival you can’t stand.

A charming stranger with secrets.

Where’s the wedding taking place?

Lavish ballroom or church with high society watching.

Courthouse or city hall — quick & quiet.

Rustic setting with tradition.

Destination wedding where no one knows the truth.

What’s the hardest part of this “fake” marriage?

Sharing a home and daily life.

Convincing friends and family it’s real.

Hiding your growing feelings.

Agreeing on boundaries that keep shifting.

What sparks the first real attraction?

A stolen kiss that feels different.

A heated argument that turns into passion.

A moment of unexpected tenderness.

Seeing them protect you at all costs.

What trope twist do you secretly want?

Enemies to lovers

Billionaire romance

Historical arranged marriage

Small-town “for appearances” romance

What threatens to undo the arrangement?

A jealous ex or rival

A business deal gone wrong

A family member uncovering the truth

Falling in love when it wasn’t in the contract

How should your marriage of convenience end?

A real wedding ceremony, vows from the heart

A dramatic public declaration of love

Quietly choosing each other when no one’s watching

A new adventure together — as true partners

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