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.”

looking at her, Leslie raised his hand, not for a handshake but to hand

Leslie wasn’t

stood, “Mr. Synder, Ms. Linda, I must go

If you need anything, you can

“Sure.”

Leslie’s number. His WhatsApp contact

that, she left

“ID card? Since

you won’t expose it,” Leslie replied

a good person. You don’t need

know,” Leslie responded

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

because of my divorce

you’re overthinking. I’ve promised to marry the woman you approve of.

down Linda’s spine,

despicable father was mentioned, his demeanor would turn

“Leslie, one day, you will

you’ll be disappointed. I don’t make mistakes

from Seth.

boyfriend for a hundred thousand dollars, then immediately met at stranger

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

heading back to

stood up, his tall figure breezing through like the

sound, his imposing

whispered, “Watch out for a slap in the

the restaurant, darkness

at the hospital,

into the intensive

lay unconscious. There were

hoped to see Ava smiling and calling

time, her

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

had something

her

mother’s face, seeking solace in the warmth, desperately

again today,” the family member from the neighboring bed

I understand. Thanks.” Aurelia

about the overdue

Sophia Elliot, entered the room carrying a

put down the kettle and approached her. “Ms. Simmons, can we talk

“Sure.”

followed Sophia out of the hospital

Sophia got

this guy in the next room is willing to pay me five hundred a day. Your mom’s not doing great, hardly

that you’re the only person

pinched her fingers together, indicating a request

sharp

some seemed bold enough to

it was impossible to stay at the hospital all day. Besides,

mother this month, she missed

company had expressed dissatisfaction, so she couldn’t

her unconscious mother alone

a reason for Sophia to demand

lips together and tried to remain calm. “Auntie, didn’t we agree on the price

skills nowadays. If you don’t increase the pay, I

Aurelia had indeed searched

seeing Aurelia’s silence, furrowed her

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

her eyes

“Are you threatening me?”

You wouldn’t want to become an

her head back, adopting a posture that suggested Aurelia had