Married in a Flash Embarking on the Journey to Wealth

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.”

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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.”

hand, not for a handshake but

card, noticing Leslie wasn’t in

Linda, I must go now.

Leslie. If you need anything, you can look

“Sure.”

number. His WhatsApp

that, she left the

“ID

you won’t expose it,”

Aurelia is a good person. You don’t need to be this guarded against

know,” Leslie

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

is it because of my divorce

marry the woman you approve of. I hope you won’t interfere in my affairs

sent a shiver down Linda’s

despicable father was mentioned, his demeanor would

“Leslie, one day, you

that so?I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed. I don’t make mistakes

from Seth. She would

hundred thousand dollars, then immediately met at stranger for marriage. Every move and decision revolved around money, without

reassuring his mother and providing a convenient way to spend money

heading back

figure breezing through like

of sound, his imposing presence attracted

“Watch out for

Aurelia exited the restaurant,

of missing the visiting hours at the hospital, so she had to take

the

unconscious. There were tubes and wires connected

open the door, Aurelia hoped to see Ava smiling and calling

time, her hope was

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

something to attend

to her mother’s

touched her mother’s face, seeking solace in the warmth, desperately holding on to the feeling

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

understand.

was probably about the overdue

moment, the caregiver, Sophia Elliot, entered the

and approached her. “Ms. Simmons, can

“Sure.”

Sophia out

outside, Sophia got straight to the

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

only chipping in two–fifty, and I get that you’re the only

fingers together, indicating

a sharp pang

seemed bold enough to

cover her mother’s medical expenses, but it was impossible to stay

caring for her mother this month, she missed several

so she couldn’t afford

couldn’t risk leaving her

had turned into a reason

tried to remain calm.

it’s not easy to find someone with my skills nowadays. If

a point. Aurelia had

seeing Aurelia’s silence,

for so long, and she can’t be left alone for a moment. You need to think carefully. If I leave, what if

frowned as her eyes turned

“Are you threatening me?”

wouldn’t want to become an orphan,

back, adopting a posture that suggested Aurelia had no