Married in a Flash Embarking on the Journey to Wealth

Chapter 2

Aurelia didn’t have time for many questions.

She hurriedly exited the subway and hailed a taxi to the address Linda had sent her.

It was an upscale restaurant.

It had a romantic setting with crystal chandeliers, a wall adorned with fresh flowers, and the gentle hum of instrumental music radiating an air of sophistication.

A sign stood tall outside the entrance, reading “Social Golf Club.”

Was this a subtle matchmaking event?

Aurelia’s mind was filled with question marks.

Linda had mentioned being divorced for a long time. Could this be an attempt at… late–life romance?

Linda aged gracefully, looking more like someone in her early forties than her fifties. She was always elegant in her attire, so finding a companion wouldn’t be challenging.

But why did she invite her?

As Aurelia pondered, a hand reached out to pull her behind a cluster of greenery.

“Aurelia, you’ve finally arrived.”

“Ms. Linda? Why are you out here? Are you here for a blind date?” Aurelia inquired.

Linda chuckled as she removed her sunglasses.

“At my age, I’m not interested in dealing with the hassle of a man. It’s my son who’s on at blind date today. Unbelievably, he’s stuck with a shameless woman. He’s ignoring her, and she’s already badmouthing him. I convinced my son to attend this blind date, and I don’t want this woman ruining it for him. Can you go in and help me handle the situation?”

“Ms. Linda, don’t worry. Which one is your son?” Aurelia reassured, supporting Linda, who was visibly upset.

“By the window, second table. He’s wearing a black shirt. His name is Leslie, thirty years old, 189 cm tall, with an average personality but good looks. And he’s…”

“Stop, I see him. You don’t need to tell me all the details,” Aurelia interrupted.

After all, it wasn’t her blind date.

Aurelia brushed aside the foliage before her. She spotted the man seated near the window, his back facing her.

Though his face was concealed, his tall, imposing figure exuded a chilly presence.

His slender hand gracefully held the glass, and the champagne inside accentuated the ivory- like whiteness of his fingers as it swayed gently.

The glass reflected his profile, showcasing a sense of depth and tranquility.

On the other hand, the woman sitting across from him in an off–the–shoulder gown didn’t

look pleased.

Despite her attractive appearance, her eyes were filled with disdain, and she frequently raised an eyebrow, appearing somewhat sharp.

Observing this, Linda nudged Aurelia. “Aurelia, I’m counting on you.”

“Well, but…” Aurelia gestured towards the people in the hall and said, “Can I enter such an upscale social event?”

“Don’t worry. I’ve got it covered for you. If anyone stops you, just show them this card. They’ll surely let you in.”

card

“Alright.”

hesitated for a moment

entered the hall, where a polite waiter intercepted her. “Miss, may I please see your invitation

The waiter’s expression momentarily froze before he lowered

“Thank you.”

hand, wondering what kind of card was this

joined as a member for her

to the window. Even

place is worth a fortune. You, a programmer pulling in a measly twenty grand, cruising around in a run–down Volkswagen. If it

was just showing you a bit of courtesy and letting you treat me to a drink. If you don’t apologize, I’ll ensure no one here

The

finished with a disdainful snort, but her gaze greedily fixated on the man’s face. Her

unbearable and quickly approached, standing before the

this young lady isn’t interested, please don’t waste our…

in her throat when she tried

handsome face made

eyes, illuminated by scattered starlight, held a captivating blend of

handsome but not a bit effeminate. His features were cool and reserved, and

Chapter 2

Aurelia, his gaze slightly

hundred–thousand–dollar lady from the car park and wondered

uneasy under

her why he

across noticed Leslie staring

in anger.

dressed in such poor attire. She’s just pretending to be rich here. What’s good

like the artificial look of

the smoke veil his face, giving

pale, quickly stood up, and sneered, “Just a poor loser who doesn’t appreciate good

into Aurelia while leaving the table,

in her shoulder, but she swiftly responded by extending her

and fell

and said, “Miss, it looks like your nose

woman covered her nose

Aurelia suppressed a smile and promptly regained

behind as she was about to explain why she was here

you doing here? Are

out to be

wasn’t this a

her. The next moment, he appeared at

this.

right did he have to say anything

looking

here and I can’t?

with anger. He commanded, “Go home.

bothered with him and sat

no attention

silent, smoking indifferently, completely

another man, found it intolerable. He glanced

and couldn’t

next partner? A

of your business!” Aurelia

grasping an opportunity to salvage his pride,