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.”

for a moment

the card, she entered the hall, where a polite waiter

orchid card. The waiter’s expression momentarily froze before he lowered his arm

“Thank you.”

in her hand, wondering

her son’s blind

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

measly twenty grand, cruising around in a run–down Volkswagen. If it

don’t apologize, I’ll

The

on the

and quickly approached,

talk to him then. If this young lady isn’t interested, please don’t waste our… time.” As Aurelia spoke,

words suddenly caught in her throat when she tried

face made

illuminated by scattered starlight, held a captivating blend of emotion and detachment, stirring the hearts

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

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glanced at Aurelia,

park and wondered if she

uneasy under

it puzzled her why he

woman across noticed Leslie staring at Aurelia

in anger.

She’s just pretending

least her face is real. I don’t like the artificial look of technology,” Leslie replied

cigarette, letting the smoke veil his face, giving

sneered, “Just a poor loser who doesn’t appreciate good

deliberately bumped into Aurelia while leaving

pain in her shoulder, but she

woman stumbled and fell

said, “Miss, it looks like your nose is a bit

her nose and

suppressed a smile and

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

are you doing

out to be

this a matchmaking

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

this.

did he have to

looking at Seth

here and I can’t? Besides, there’s no betrayal between us. We’ve already

“Go home. This isn’t a place for

him

attention to him.

remained silent, smoking indifferently, completely

by another man, found it intolerable.

on Leslie’s table and couldn’t help but

next partner? A mere programmer? Can he satisfy

It’s none of your business!” Aurelia warned, looking

to salvage his pride, wasn’t willing to