Chapter 6

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

Jocelyn went straight down the stairs and headed for the main entrance of the building. On the way, she was vigilant of everyone around her. Only when she walked out of the door and got into a taxi did she heave a sigh of relief.

Soon, Jocelyn returned home, pretending that nothing had happened.

The night passed quickly.

The next day, Jocelyn went to school as usual as if nothing had happened. After returning home, she ignored Maria and went into her room.

Fortunately, nothing bad happened after that day.

Maria didn’t cause her any trouble again, which put her at ease. During this period of time, she was busy with her graduation and found an internship job.

This job finally gave her a beam of hope. She was hired as an assistant of a fashion designer by a very influential design company. Although her salary was not high, she was quite happy because she knew that her life would definitely get better and better from now on.

Jocelyn returned home happily after a day of internship. The thought that she would be able to move out in a few days made her extremely excited.

When she reached home, she passed by the dining hall and could faintly hear noisy voices outside, as if they were talking about a banquet. This gave her a shock, and she suddenly recalled what happened that day.

If her father found out about this, he would lock her up and prevent her from continuing her studies.

What should I do? Jocelyn was at a loss.

“Are they talking about it right now?” She thought to herself.

If her father found out, she wouldn’t be able to explain herself!

A trace of fear flashed across Jocelyn’s eyes, and the uneasiness in her heart grew stronger and stronger. She was really afraid that her father would lock her at home at this critical moment.

If this really happened, then all her efforts would be in vain.

At this moment, the maid, Lilian, happened to be passing by with a glass of milk. It looked like the milk was being delivered to Maria, and it was steaming hot.

Jocelyn quickly walked up and asked, “Lilian, do you know what they are talking about in there?”

Lilian was annoyed at being asked while she was holding a cup of hot milk. She frowned and shouted, “Miss Jocelyn, don’t get in my way. Miss Maria asked me to bring her this glass of milk. If you want to know, go in and ask!”

With that, just when Lilian was about to go into the dining hall, an angry voice came from inside. “Who’s talking outside? Get in here!”

It was her father!

When Jocelyn heard his voice, her heart skipped a beat. Her father was also in there, and judging from the voice, he seemed to be angry.

At the sound of his voice, Lilian shuddered violently. The most difficult person to please in the family was Miss Maria, but the master of the family, Mr. Wilson, was a cranky man. If she angered him, she would be punished.

Lilian quickly lowered her head and walked into the dining hall with the milk in her hand.

Jocelyn, too, walked nervously into the dining hall. As soon as she walked in, she saw her stepmother and Maria sitting on either side of her father, looking like a loving family of three eating dinner.

There was also exquisite food on the table.

On the table, the candles were swaying gently in the evening breeze. At the table, Maria placed her hands on the shoulders of Mr. Wilson, and pouted her lips, acting like a good girl, while the Stepmother sat at the side, smiling.

They looked like a harmonious family, and Jocelyn’s presence was superfluous.

“Master, Madam!” Lillian hurriedly walked forward with the milk and explained, “I didn’t mean to disturb your mood. It was Miss Jocelyn who insisted on asking me questions, so I raised my voice.” She sounded aggrieved.

Mr. Wilson looked at the two people in front of him with a frighteningly cold gaze. He shouted angrily, “Jocelyn, it’s you again! What do you want to know? If you want to know anything, you can come in and ask. Why are you shouting like that outside?”

The stepmother lowered her head and covered her mouth to stifle a chuckle. She seemed to be extremely happy. Then, she said, “Master, don’t be angry. Our Jocelyn has done a great job lately. She found a job outside. Let’s tell Miss Jocelyn the good news at home too. Otherwise, she might feel like she is not part of the family.”

“Hahaha, that’s right, Daddy! Tell her!”

Maria was delighted to see Jocelyn being reprimanded. She shook her father’s arm and said coquettishly.

“Humph! I remember it’s for the sake of your sister and mother that I let you off this time. Otherwise, I’ll definitely make you kneel in the courtyard to reflect on your rude behavior!”

Wilson rubbed Maria’s head with his hand and turned to Jocelyn.

“The servants of the Brown family came to invite Maria over for a party. And this party is intended for Young Master Aren to choose his wife. I think your pretty sister will very likely become Mrs. Brown of the Brown family soon!”

“If Young Master Aren takes a fancy to your sister, even our family will benefit from it, let alone you, a motherless girl. By then, there will probably be a bunch of people who want to marry you.”

“You’d better pray that Young Master Aren will take a fancy to your sister!” He said while looking at Jocelyn fiercely. He spoke in a way that sounded like Aren already married Maria.

“Come to Maria, let Daddy see your face. Let’s see what the future Mrs. Brown looks like!” Mr. Wilson smiled at Maria and joked, “Tomorrow, I’ll get your mother to choose a nice dress for you so that you can shine at Young Master Aren’s party!”

“Don’t worry about this. I will definitely help our daughter choose the best clothes and jewelry!” The stepmother added after him.

The three of them looked like a real family of three. There was no room for Jocelyn here anymore, and it was superfluous for her to stand here.

“Then enjoy your dinner, father. I’ll go back to my room!” Jocelyn said. She was already used to scenes as such.

“Alright, off you go.” Mr. Wilson replied lazily without looking at Jocelyn again.

Jocelyn nodded to her father and walked out.

At this moment, as Maria watched Jocelyn leave, the smile on her face grew wider and wider. Her eyes were filled with happiness. Then, she looked at her mother.

The two of them looked at each other and smiled.

…

The next day, Jocelyn went to work as usual. When she went out, she saw Maria dressed up to attend the Brown family banquet.

Without thinking, she started the day’s work.

At this moment, in the brown family’s luxurious mansion, on a deck chair in the backyard, an old lady with white hair was sitting under the sun.

Beside her sat a young and handsome man who was chatting with her.

“Keller, what kind of girl do you think Aren will marry? I’m so worried about his marriage. Why doesn’t he want to get married?”

“Grandma, you’re thinking too much. He’s handsome and successful. What kind of girl doesn’t want to marry him? Maybe he’ll get married today. Don’t worry!”

Keller looked at the man standing next to him and smiled.

Under the large tree beside them stood a man with a robust figure and a cold appearance. He was looking at the two of them with a smile. Although he did not speak, one could tell that he was in a good mood.

“Aren”

Grandma stood up shakily from the recliner and looked at Aren. She said earnestly, “Your parents passed away early. I am the only one who can take care of you now. The family rules state that you can only take over the family when you have an heir. If you don’t get married, how can you take over the family in the future?”

“Aren, listen to Grandma. When you see a woman you like, you have to take the initiative to go up to her. Don’t miss the opportunity. Did you take a fancy to anyone at the banquet a few days ago? Today, you can ask her to come and introduce her to us.”

At the mention of the banquet a few days ago, Aren, for some reason, suddenly recalled that extraordinary woman. That rosy face and the wonderful feeling on her lips…

“Will she be at the party today? Which family is she from?” Aren was lost in thought and did not notice that his grandmother had already called him several times.

Keller couldn’t help but chuckle when he saw Allen like this. As Aren’s best friend and also a person with many romantic experiences, he knew exactly what was going on.

The way Aren looked reminded him of a teenage boy missing his beloved girl. Perhaps Young Master Aren of the Brown family was already in love with a woman.

At this thought, the smile on Keller’s face grew wider and wider.

“Aren”

“Aren! Are you with me? Grandma is talking to you about something serious!”

“Today, you must pick a woman from this group of ladies. Do you hear me? Don’t be like last time.”