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

With Mrs. Wilson keeping an eye on Maria, her daily diet was especially strict. This allowed her to maintain a slender figure. However, no matter how strict the diet was and how skinny Maria was, she just could never get in shape.

"I remember you have a girdle. Find it and attach it to your waist." Mrs. Wilson ordered.

Maria didn't look happy when her mother said she needed a girdle. "Mother, can I not wear that thing? It will make my breathing very difficult."

"But at the same time, it will also make you look slender and beautiful. Don't you want to charm Aren?"

Mrs. Wilson ran her hand across Maria's temple. She looked at Maria with gentleness and determination.

"Just one day. As long as you succeed, you won't need a girdle anymore. Think about your future. The sacrifice and investment today will be worth it."

Mrs. Wilson successfully persuaded Maria with her convincing words.

A New Look