# WebtoonLib — Marriage of Convenience #22

## Series
- title: Marriage of Convenience
- slug: marriage-of-convenience-245056

## Chapter
- number: 22
- release_date: 2025-03-04

### Summary
This chapter navigates the complex and emotionally charged aftermath of Lucy's domestic abuse case. Following the previous chapter's violent retribution, the narrative reveals that Lucy's husband has been let off with a punishment far lighter than readers desired, a decision made to respect the victim's own wishes. This development has become a central point of discussion, with the audience expressing frustration at Lucy's reluctance to leave her abuser while also acknowledging the storyline as a painfully realistic portrayal of a victim's trauma and psychological state. The author is praised for tackling the difficult theme of honoring a victim's agency even when it conflicts with conventional justice. Amidst the grim subject matter, reader focus remains high on the supporting male characters. The male lead, Zachary, is lauded for his cold fury and supportive presence, while his loyal knights, Sauveur and Robert, have become breakout fan favorites, celebrated for their protective actions and attractive designs. While the immediate resolution is unsatisfying for many, spoilers shared in the comments suggest a more definitive and harsh fate awaits the abuser in the future, promising a long-term arc of healing and justice for Lucy.
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## Spoiler
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### Safe teaser
This chapter navigates the complex and emotionally charged aftermath of Lucy's domestic abuse case.

### Spoiler summary
This chapter navigates the complex and emotionally charged aftermath of Lucy's domestic abuse case. Following the previous chapter's violent retribution, the narrative reveals that Lucy's husband has been let off with a punishment far lighter than readers desired, a decision made to respect the victim's own wishes. This development has become a central point of discussion, with the audience expressing frustration at Lucy's reluctance to leave her abuser while also acknowledging the storyline as a painfully realistic portrayal of a victim's trauma and psychological state. The author is praised for tackling the difficult theme of honoring a victim's agency even when it conflicts with conventional justice. Amidst the grim subject matter, reader focus remains high on the supporting male characters. The male lead, Zachary, is lauded for his cold fury and supportive presence, while his loyal knights, Sauveur and Robert, have become breakout fan favorites, celebrated for their protective actions and attractive designs. While the immediate resolution is unsatisfying for many, spoilers shared in the comments suggest a more definitive and harsh fate awaits the abuser in the future, promising a long-term arc of healing and justice for Lucy.

## Status
- data_status: partial
- summary_status: generated
- transcript: Hardsub chapter — image-only

## See also
- [WebtoonLib — Marriage of Convenience #22](/series/marriage-of-convenience-245056/chapter-22)
- for_series_detail: /llms-series/marriage-of-convenience-245056

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