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Substitute Marriage: Reborn As The Top Big-Shot
Author: Deutsche Unforgotten
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[Number one romance novel in the universe—face slapping, scum-torturing, power couple!] Isabella Thompson, who was abandoned in a village was suddenly brought home by her rich parents. Her father: You are different from your sister. She has a bright future ahead and is destined to be a phoenix who would soar the skies! There's no way she would marry a cripple! You are getting off easy here! Her mother: The Yu family is rich and powerful. Standing in for your sister in marriage is your food fortune! Know what's good for you! Theodore Yu used to be a famous prodigy, but lost his glow after a car accident and didn't even make it to high school. With one being a poor village bumpkin and the other a well-known piece of trash, they were a match for each other. But while everyone was waiting for Miss Thompson to make a fool of herself, she and that piece of trash appeared at a banquet where big shots gathered. Isabella Thompson: I came to work as a waitress. Theodore Yu: What a coincidence, I'm here to work part-time as well. Hence, everyone watched as they carried trays around for the whole night. *** On the day of their marriage, every important figure in the capital attended. Big Shot One: I'll help make arrangements for Mr. Yu's grand wedding! Big Shot Two: Welcome back to the capital, Miss Thompson! Big Shot Three:... Seeing those big shots who persistently made headlines, Grace Thompson was filled with regretful tears.

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Analysis of 'The Diamond as Big as the Ritz and Other Stories'
3 answers
2024-11-11 22:38
This collection of stories often showcases Fitzgerald's unique take on wealth, excess, and the human condition. For example, in 'The Diamond as Big as the Ritz', the idea of a diamond of such an enormous size is used to explore themes of greed and the corrupting influence of extreme wealth. It also shows how the pursuit of such wealth can lead to moral decay.
What are the main themes in 'The Diamond as Big as the Ritz and Other Stories'?
1 answer
2024-11-12 00:16
Greed and the pursuit of wealth are major themes. Characters are often driven by the allure of great riches.
Analysis of 'The Diamond as Big as the Ritz' Short Story
2 answers
2024-11-23 14:13
The story is a satirical take on wealth and excess. F. Scott Fitzgerald uses the idea of a diamond as big as a hotel to show extreme opulence. It also explores themes of secrecy and the corrupting influence of money.
What are the main characters in 'The Diamond as Big as the Ritz' short story?
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2024-11-23 17:02
There is also Braddock Washington, who is part of the family that has the diamond as big as the Ritz. He has to deal with the burden of protecting the family's secret wealth. His family's actions are often driven by their desire to keep the diamond a secret and maintain their luxurious lifestyle.
Who are the main characters in 'The Diamond as Big as the Ritz' short story?
2 answers
2024-11-22 02:26
One of the main characters is John T. Unger. He is the protagonist who gets invited to the strange place where the diamond is. Then there's the family that owns the diamond. The patriarch of the family is a significant character as he is in charge of protecting the family's great secret about the diamond.
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