Groom Price

Patricia's volcanic temper alienates every man she meets, culminating in her smashing Joe's car windshield after a public argument. Convinced city men are too weak, she persuades her reluctant mother to find a village man who will accept a groom price from a woman. Enter Sparkle, known village troublemaker 'Sparko', whom Patricia purchases outright and brings to her city apartment, expecting a docile house husband. Instead, Sparkle arrives with swagger, demanding an allowance and refusing to be controlled. After a heated clash, he steals her iPad and jewelry box, only to return them, declaring he is no thief. When Patricia collapses from the stress of their confrontations, Sparkle stays by her bedside, feeding her and showing unexpected tenderness. Grateful, she begins to soften, helping him buy a suit and teaching him real estate. To her astonishment, Sparkle closes a major deal, revealing hidden talent. As they grow closer, Patricia learns his past: a brilliant student forced to drop out after his father's death, leaving him bitter and defensive. Moved by his story and his genuine care, she confesses that paying for him made their marriage feel wrong. She proposes they start over the right way. Sparkle, now deeply in love, agrees and promises to return the groom price and pay her bride price instead. He formally proposes in the traditional manner, and Patricia joyfully accepts. Their relationship transforms from a transactional arrangement into a genuine partnership, with Sparkle joining her real estate business. They plan a wedding, united by mutual respect and love.