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.”

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

card, noticing Leslie wasn’t in the mood for

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

Leslie. If you need anything, you can look

“Sure.”

number. His WhatsApp contact

that, she

Leslie, “ID card? Since when

now. I hope you won’t expose it,”

a good person. You don’t

never know,” Leslie responded

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

is it because of

you’re overthinking. I’ve promised to marry the woman you approve of. I hope you won’t interfere in

down Linda’s spine,

despicable father was mentioned, his

pressed her lips together and remarked, “Leslie, one day, you will find that Aurelia is different

that so?I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed. I

Seth.

met at stranger for marriage. Every move and

marriage, reassuring his mother and providing

heading back

figure breezing through like

of sound, his imposing

whispered, “Watch out for a slap in the

the restaurant, darkness had already

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

the intensive care

Watson, lay unconscious. There were tubes

pushed open the door, Aurelia hoped to see Ava

her

on the neighboring bed

had something to attend

walked to her mother’s bedside,

the warmth, desperately holding on to the

doctor came looking for you again today,” the family member from the

I understand. Thanks.” Aurelia

probably about the overdue bills, pushing

the caregiver, Sophia Elliot, entered the room

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

“Sure.”

followed Sophia out

outside, Sophia got straight

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

You’re only chipping in two–fifty, and I get that you’re the only person doing everything, but you can’t

indicating a request

a sharp pang

lacked support, some seemed bold enough to exploit

impossible to stay at the hospital all day. Besides, she

to caring for her mother this month, she missed several

expressed dissatisfaction, so she couldn’t afford

her

had turned into a reason for Sophia to demand a

to remain calm.

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

had

Aurelia’s silence, furrowed her

for a moment. You need

frowned as her

“Are you threatening me?”

wouldn’t want

back, adopting a