In the 'it was just a contract marriage novel', there could be a plot twist where an external factor, like a long - lost relative of one of the characters, shows up and tries to break the contract marriage. This relative might have their own reasons, such as wanting to protect the family's reputation or having a different plan for the character's future. This unexpected interference can add a whole new layer of complexity to the story.
Perhaps a plot twist is that one of the characters has a hidden agenda all along in the contract marriage. For example, they might be using the marriage to gain access to a family heirloom or a business deal that was not disclosed at the start. And as the story unfolds, this hidden motive is gradually revealed, creating a lot of drama and conflict.
One interesting plot twist could be that the two characters who entered the contract marriage start to develop real feelings for each other unexpectedly. This changes the whole dynamic from a business - like arrangement to a more emotional relationship.
One interesting plot twist could be that the marriage contract was actually a ruse by a dark wizard to gain control over both Harry and Fleur. So they have to team up to break the contract's hidden enchantments.
Well, perhaps a plot twist is that the marriage contract was actually a misinterpretation all along. It was originally written in an ancient magical language that was misread, and instead of a marriage contract, it was a pact for magical knowledge exchange. So, Harry and Fleur have to figure out how to deal with this new understanding and the expectations of their families and friends. It also might be that the contract was magically altered by a dark wizard long ago, and as they dig deeper into it, they uncover a conspiracy that dates back generations.
A possible plot twist is that the marriage contract potion gets mixed up with another potion. So, instead of creating a marriage - bound situation, it creates a situation where the characters have to work together to reverse the wrong potion's effects. This could lead to all sorts of adventures and self - discovery for the characters as they figure out how to fix things.
Maybe the forced marriage contract was set up by a well - meaning but misinformed wizard in the past. Harry initially resists but then realizes that the person he's supposed to marry has some crucial information about his parents. So, he decides to work with her within the bounds of the contract to uncover the secrets. And along the way, they actually start to develop real feelings for each other.
One interesting plot twist could be that one of the partners in the secret marriage is actually from a rival family or organization. For example, in many novels, two business families are in competition, and the secret marriage between a member of one family and the other can create a lot of drama.
A possible plot twist could be that the marriage contract was actually forged by a dark wizard to gain control over Harry. So, when they start to discover this, they have to fight against the dark wizard's plans while also dealing with their growing feelings for each other.
One possible plot twist could be that the marriage contract was actually a ploy by an enemy to divide their wizarding families. Maybe the terms of the contract were misinterpreted at first, and as they start to fulfill it, they discover hidden clauses that put them in a difficult situation.
Love development is a common theme. Initially, it's just a contract, but then the characters start to fall for each other. Another is family pressure. Often, family reasons push the characters into the contract marriage in the first place. For example, in many novels, there's a need to inherit a family business or uphold family reputation.
Sure. 'The Hating Game' is kind of like a contract marriage novel in a way. The two main characters are forced to work closely together and there are elements that feel like a contract of sorts in their relationship which develops into more. Another one could be 'Marriage for One' where a woman enters into a marriage of convenience which has the feel of a contract marriage.
The main characters could also include some secondary characters who play important roles in influencing the relationship between the two in the contract marriage. For example, there might be a nosy mother - in - law type figure who tries to meddle in their relationship, or a best friend of one of the characters who either encourages or discourages the development of real feelings in the contract marriage.