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.”

a card adorned

“Alright.”

hesitated for a moment but eventually

a polite waiter intercepted her. “Miss, may I please

the orchid card. The waiter’s expression momentarily froze before

“Thank you.”

her hand,

joined as a member for her son’s blind date? A parent’s love knew

walked straight to the window. Even before she could

worth a fortune. You, a programmer pulling in a measly twenty grand, cruising around in a run–down Volkswagen. If it weren’t for your half–decent looks, do you really think

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

The

snort, but her gaze greedily fixated on the man’s

and

this young lady isn’t interested, please don’t waste our… time.” As Aurelia spoke, she turned her face toward

words suddenly caught in her throat when

face made a powerful impression

starlight, held a captivating blend of emotion and

cool and reserved, and a

Chapter 2

Aurelia, his gaze slightly

car park and wondered if she

felt uneasy under his

recognize him so it puzzled her why

noticed Leslie staring at Aurelia and stood

in anger.

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

face is real. I don’t like the artificial look of

cigarette, letting the smoke veil

quickly stood up, and sneered, “Just

while leaving the table, giving her

pain in her shoulder, but she swiftly responded by extending her

The woman stumbled and fell to

pretended to be nervous and said, “Miss, it looks like

her

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

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

doing

out to be

wasn’t this a

he talked about marrying her. The

this.

right did he have to

around, looking

to be here and I can’t? Besides, there’s no betrayal

He commanded, “Go home. This isn’t a

couldn’t be bothered with him and sat directly across

pay no attention

silent, smoking indifferently, completely ignoring

another man, found it intolerable. He glanced

on Leslie’s table and couldn’t

partner? A mere programmer? Can he satisfy

your business!”

to salvage his pride, wasn’t willing to