Menantu Pahlawan Negara by Sarjana

Chapter 3

Aurelia momentarily thought she was hearing things, cautiously glancing at Leslie, only to

find him completely unsurprised.

So… Leslie’s blind date was her?

Linda continued, “Aurelia, my son, as you can see, is a good–looking workaholic. At least your children will be beautiful in the future.”

Children? Aurelia was even more bewildered, having no idea how to respond.

Leslie raised an eyebrow, “Mom, that’s enough. I need to get back to the office.”

Linda rolled her eyes and said, “Office, office all the time. Why not just marry the company?”

Leslie shrugged. “If that’s an option.”

Linda, frustrated, turned to Aurelia and chuckled, “Aurelia, I won’t hide it from you. I’ve wanted you to be my daughter–in–law for a long time. Unfortunately, you had a boyfriend, so all I could do was silently wish you well. Who knew your boyfriend wouldn’t appreciate you? If he doesn’t want you, I do.”

With that, Linda held Aurelia’s hand, the warmth and softness of her grip reminiscent of Aurelia’s mother.

Thinking of her mom, Aurelia felt a sense of pain in her chest.

Perhaps, if she agreed to marry Leslie, Linda could help her mother.

But she didn’t dare to agree hastily. After all, marriage was a decision involving two people. She carefully looked at Leslie.

Leslie’s tone was indifferent, “Mom, do you really want me to get married?”

Linda was persistent. “Yes.”

Leslie’s eyes glanced over Aurelia.

“Fine, then let’s get married.”

She was just a gold digger. Someone easily appeased with money.

Aurelia was slightly taken aback. She hadn’t expected Leslie to agree so easily.

Linda turned to her, asking softly, “Aurelia, do you want this?”

Feeling lost, Aurelia thought it necessary to explain her family situation, “Ms. Linda, my family is going through some difficulties, and I might…”

Her voice choked in her throat.

Perhaps Linda’s overwhelming concern had stirred unexpected emotions in her.

Not wanting to delve into Aurelia’s sorrowful matters, Linda promptly interrupted, “Alright, alright. I believe in your character. As long as you nod, we won’t mistreat you. So, do you agree?”

Aurelia gratefully looked at Linda and nodded with determination, “Yes.”

Chapter 1

She felt she had no choice with a stack of overdue bills in her drawer.

While selling the house was an option, the lengthy process with real estate agents might not provide a timely solution.

Her mom couldn’t wait any longer, even though medical expenses were covered for now.

Despite Leslie’s quick agreement, he had yet to give Aurelia a proper look.

If they parted ways in the future, there would be no hard feelings.

Linda clapped her hands with joy, “Great! Tomorrow is an auspicious day. You two should get the marriage license. You youngsters can decide the wedding arrangements. Now, take the time to get to know each other.”

Aurelia politely extended her hand to Leslie and greeted, “Mr. Synder, nice to meet you. I’m Aurelia. I look forward to getting to know you better.”

his hand, not for a handshake but to hand her his ID card, saying briefly, “Information

ID card, noticing Leslie wasn’t

Ms. Linda, I must go

numbers with Leslie. If you need anything, you can

“Sure.”

Leslie’s number. His WhatsApp

that, she

Leslie, “ID card?

I hope you won’t expose it,” Leslie replied

person. You don’t need

know,”

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

because of my divorce

woman you approve of. I hope you won’t interfere in

down Linda’s spine,

was mentioned, his demeanor would

you will find that Aurelia

“Is that so?I’m afraid you’ll be

Seth.

her boyfriend for a hundred thousand dollars, then immediately met at stranger for marriage. Every move and decision revolved

agreed with the marriage, reassuring his mother and providing a convenient way to spend money post–divorce in

back to

his tall figure breezing through like the

of sound, his imposing

whispered, “Watch out for a

Aurelia exited the restaurant, darkness had

hours at the hospital, so she had to take a taxi straight

hurried into the

unconscious. There were

to see Ava smiling and calling her

every time, her

on the neighboring bed nodded slightly, “Aurelia’s here. Why are

had something to

to her mother’s bedside, placing

warmth, desperately holding on to the feeling that

again today,” the family member from the

I understand.

was probably about the overdue bills,

the caregiver, Sophia Elliot, entered the room carrying

put down the kettle and approached

“Sure.”

Sophia out of the

Sophia got straight to

a day. Your mom’s not doing great, hardly moving, and I’ve got to look after her three times a

get that you’re the only person

indicating a request

a sharp pang

seemed bold enough to exploit

money to cover her mother’s medical expenses, but it was impossible to stay at the hospital all day. Besides, she had already sold all the valuable jewelry at

mother this month,

so she couldn’t

couldn’t risk leaving her unconscious

turned into a reason for Sophia to demand a

to remain calm. “Auntie, didn’t we

not easy to find someone with my skills nowadays. If you don’t increase

point. Aurelia had indeed

silence, furrowed

she can’t be left alone for a moment. You need to think carefully. If I leave, what

as her eyes

“Are you threatening me?”

just looking out for you. You wouldn’t want

head back, adopting a posture