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

"Just tell me what it is. We're already friends. Is there anything else you need to hide from me?"

She had a feeling that what Carina was about to say was very important to her and might even affect her future.

Looking at Emily's eager and curious eyes, Carina put on a look of hesitancy.

She glanced at Emily, then sighed. "Well, I guess I better not. I guess I was just being overly sensitive."

However, Emily's curiosity was completely aroused by her. She felt like a feather was stirring in her heart, making her unable to sit tight.

"It's okay, Carina. Just tell me."

"But I'm afraid that if I tell you, it will affect your judgment and your relationship with Jocelyn."

This time, Emily did not become vigilant at the mention of Jocelyn. Instead, she was confused.

Within a matter of a few minutes, she not only let down guards towards Carina but also regarded her as a friend.

Driving A Wedge