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.”

handed her a card adorned

“Alright.”

hesitated for a moment

where a polite waiter intercepted her. “Miss, may

expression momentarily froze before he lowered his arm and respectfully nodded.

“Thank you.”

the card in her hand, wondering what

as a member for her son’s blind date?

walked straight to the window. Even before she could speak, she heard the

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

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 bothers to talk to you. You would have squandered quite a sum on

The

the man’s

her aggressive tone unbearable and

lady isn’t interested, please don’t waste our… time.” As Aurelia spoke, she turned

her throat when she

strikingly handsome face made a powerful impression

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

but not a bit effeminate. His features were cool and reserved, and a slight furrow added a compelling presence

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casually glanced at Aurelia, his gaze

hundred–thousand–dollar lady from the car park and wondered if she had come for a blind date after

felt uneasy under his

her why he was looking at her that

staring at Aurelia and stood

in anger.

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

I don’t like the artificial look of technology,” Leslie replied

he lit a cigarette, letting the smoke

sneered,

while leaving the table, giving

her shoulder, but she swiftly responded

The woman stumbled and fell

nervous and said, “Miss, it looks

woman covered her nose

Leslie’s gaze, Aurelia suppressed a smile and promptly regained a

from behind as she was about to explain why she was here

What are you doing here? Are you betraying

turned out

this a matchmaking

moment, he talked about marrying her. The next moment, he appeared at an event

this.

did he have to say

around, looking at Seth

do you get to be here and I can’t?

with anger. He commanded, “Go home. This isn’t a place for

couldn’t be bothered with him and sat directly

pay no attention to him. Let’s

silent, smoking

another man, found it intolerable. He glanced

on Leslie’s table and couldn’t help but

partner? A mere programmer?

business!” Aurelia warned, looking

an opportunity to salvage his pride, wasn’t willing