Mountain Springs

After the death of Jocelyn's mother, her father brings home his mistress who then becomes Jocelyn's stepmother. Gradually, she becomes the least favorite person in the family. Her stepmother is mean and her younger sister always bullies her, taking away everything that belongs to her. Meanwhile, the family business is on the verge of bankruptcy due to her father being a gambler and her stepmother and sister being spendthrifts. At this time, they receive an invitation from the Brown family to a bouquet that is intended for the young master of the Brown Family to choose his future fiancee. The news excites Jocelyn's family a lot because if Maria could marry into the Brown family, the family wouldn’t need to worry about money anymore! The stepmother says to Jocelyn, &quot; If your sister could attract Master Aren, even you, a motherless girl, would also be a beneficiary. By then, a lot of boys would fight to marry you to get into our family.” Father says to Jocelyn: &quot; Your sister is so beautiful, I think she will be Mrs. Brown! Maria, let me see your face, the face of the future Mrs. Brown!&quot; At the moment, Jocelyn is glad to be ignored by her family. She just wants to get away from this ridiculous wife-picking affair, but fate seems to be leading her towards… The first time they meet, Jocelyn has a one-night stand with Master Aren. The second time they meet, Master Aren gets out of the car in front of Jocelyn's family and grabs her wrist. &quot; Do you think you can run away from me again?” Later, Mr. Brown announced that his future wife will be—Jocelyn.


Contracted Bride Is Trapped By Her Husband

Lilian's scream was like a rope that pulled Jocelyn back to reality.

"Why can't I hit you?" Jocelyn calmly asked, hiding her numb palm behind her back, her heart pounding.

"My name is Jocelyn Wilson. This is my home. As a servant, you screamed at me. Not only did you not apologize, but you even threatened me. Shouldn't I hit you?"

As she spoke, Jocelyn could hear her heart beating fast.

The palm that was hidden behind her back slowly turned into a fist, as if it was cheering her on.

I did it! Jocelyn thought to herself.

Lilian had never seen Jocelyn act so intimidatingly. In the past, Jocelyn was like a rabbit that everyone could step on.

But now, Jocelyn was like a small leopard. Although she still looked furry, she had sharp claws and fangs.

Shouldn't I Slap You?