My brother forced me into marriage with Evelyn’s family.

My Brother's Bride Wanted Me as a 'Live-in Sister-Duty'... Until I Turned the Tables

My brother, Ryan Collins, found himself a wealthy heiress, Tiffany Sterling.

She demanded he "move into their family estate," and I, his older sister, had to come along as part of the "package deal."

I was expected to live in their house, serving as a free assistant for life, all under the sweet-sounding guise of "sibling solidarity."

My mom, Joyce, clutched my hand, tears spilling from her eyes instantly:

"Avery, you love your brother the most. Just help him this one time."