Lion and the Jewel by Wole Soyinka

Baroka is a genius in his ability to bribe officials, in that he is able to protect his village from the railway. He is also a genius in gaining Sidi as his wife. It is apparent that she wants to marry Lakunle, but in the end, her pride and vanity are easily manipulated..... she marries Baroka instead. This directly contrast with her initial desire.