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.”

at her, Leslie raised his hand, not for a handshake but to

ID card, noticing Leslie wasn’t

“Mr. Synder, Ms. Linda, I must go now. Take your

can look for him on

“Sure.”

added Leslie’s number. His WhatsApp contact showed a blank

she left the

Aurelia leave and turned to Leslie, “ID card? Since

now. I hope you won’t expose it,”

You don’t need

know,” Leslie responded

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

because of my divorce from

marry the woman you approve of.

shiver down Linda’s spine, even

was mentioned, his demeanor would turn

her lips together and remarked, “Leslie, one day, you will find that Aurelia is different from the women you’ve

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

wasn’t much different from Seth. She would

at stranger for marriage. Every move and decision revolved around money, without a mention

his mother and providing a convenient way to spend money post–divorce in the

back

stood up, his tall figure breezing

the absence of sound, his imposing presence

out for

Aurelia exited the restaurant,

was afraid of missing the visiting hours at the

the intensive

mother, Ava Watson, lay unconscious. There were tubes and wires connected to her

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

time, her hope was in

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

something to

as she walked to her

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

again today,” the family member from

I understand. Thanks.”

probably about the overdue bills, pushing for

caregiver, Sophia Elliot,

she put down the kettle and approached

“Sure.”

followed Sophia out of the hospital

Sophia got

guy in the next room is willing to pay me five hundred a day. Your mom’s not doing great, hardly moving, and I’ve got to look after her three times

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

pinched her fingers together, indicating

sharp pang in her

she lacked support, some seemed bold enough

mother’s medical expenses, but it was impossible to stay at the hospital all day. Besides, she had already

caring for her mother this month, she missed several days at

company had expressed dissatisfaction, so she couldn’t afford

leaving her unconscious

had turned into a reason for Sophia to demand

lips together and tried to remain

find someone with my skills nowadays. If you don’t increase

a point. Aurelia had indeed

seeing Aurelia’s silence, furrowed

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

as her

“Are you threatening me?”

looking out for you. You wouldn’t

her head back, adopting a posture that suggested Aurelia