United Hearts in Rebellion

• Contract Marriage
• Destiny
• Flash Marriage
• Romance
• Sweet

• Ep. 1
  Jerome Stokes and Peony Lovell, seeking to avoid arranged marriages, attend a mass blind date event. Jerome is introduced as the eldest son of the Stokes family, while Peony is the eldest daughter of the Lovell family. They both aim to find a partner for a contractual flash marriage. At the event, they meet numerous potential partners but are unimpressed. Jerome meets a woman named Lu XiXi, who is 25 years old and has specific requirements for her partner, including a monthly income of 8,000 yuan and owning a car. Another man, Lin Xiu, is introduced with similar expectations, including a monthly income of 10,000 yuan and owning a house. As the event progresses, Jerome becomes disenchanted with the materialistic focus of the potential partners. He eventually meets Peony, but their conversation is not detailed in the provided text. However, it seems that they do not immediately connect. The scene ends with Jerome obtaining a marriage certificate, suggesting that he may have found a suitable partner. He expresses confidence that this will satisfy his father and alleviate the pressure to arrange a marriage. The story sets the stage for Jerome and Peony's paths to cross again, potentially leading to an unexpected romance or partnership.
• Ep. 2
  After getting married, Jerome and Peony go their separate ways. Peony has a job interview to attend, while Jerome is approached by his family's staff, who try to persuade him to return home for dinner with Shen, the person his parents want him to marry. Jerome reveals that he is already married, hoping to deter his family from pursuing the arranged marriage. Meanwhile, Peony's sister discusses finding a house in the city center, highlighting the luxurious lifestyle they are accustomed to. As Jerome and Peony navigate their new lives, they must balance their secret marriage with their families' expectations.
• Ep. 3
  Jerome and Peony's secret marriage is put to the test as they navigate their relationships with their families and each other. In a surprising turn of events, Peony's true identity as a member of the Lovell family is discovered by Jerome's family, threatening to expose their secret. Meanwhile, Peony visits the Shen Corporation, where she inquires about Jerome's character, revealing that he is highly respected for his intelligence, humility, and good looks. However, rumors also circulate about his past behavior as a rich and spoiled playboy. As Peony tries to uncover the truth about Jerome, she faces challenges from his assistant, who seems determined to keep her at bay. With their secret marriage hanging in the balance, Jerome and Peony must confront the consequences of their actions and decide whether their love is strong enough to overcome the obstacles in their path.
• Ep. 4
  Jerome Stokes and Peony Lovell, engaged in a flash marriage to resist their families' arranged marriages, navigate their new life together. In episode 5, Jerome's assistant, 高然 (Gao Ran), is introduced at the company headquarters. Meanwhile, a job candidate, 陆祥想 (Lu Xiang Xiang), faces disappointment after being rejected without an interview. However, she later receives a call informing her that she has passed the interview and can start working next week. The episode highlights the challenges of navigating professional and personal relationships, as Jerome and Peony's secret marriage continues to unfold.
• Ep. 5
  Jerome and Peony discuss their contractual marriage arrangement via email. They agree to move forward with the plan. Later, Jerome invites Peony out for dinner to celebrate her new job, and they introduce themselves as colleagues. As they get to know each other, Peony asks about Jerome's name, and he introduces himself as Lin Xiuyan. However, Peony seems to recognize the name and hints that she knows something about him. The scene ends with an air of mystery surrounding Jerome's identity.

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