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.”

a moment but eventually

waiter intercepted her. “Miss, may I please

presented the orchid card. The waiter’s expression momentarily froze before he lowered his arm and respectfully

“Thank you.”

in her hand, wondering what kind of card

her son’s blind date? A parent’s love

placed it in her bag and walked straight to the window. Even before she could speak, she heard the acerbic

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

was just showing you a bit of courtesy and letting you treat me to a drink. If you don’t apologize, I’ll ensure

The

her gaze greedily fixated on the man’s

unbearable and quickly

don’t waste our… time.”

caught in her throat when she tried

made a

starlight, held a captivating blend of emotion and detachment, stirring

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

Chapter 2

Aurelia, his gaze

the coincidence of meeting the hundred–thousand–dollar lady from the car park and wondered if she had come for a blind

felt uneasy under

puzzled her why he was looking at her

staring

in anger.

poor attire. She’s just pretending to be rich here. What’s good about

is real. I don’t like the artificial look of technology,”

a cigarette, letting the smoke veil his face, giving off a casually

pale, quickly stood up, and sneered, “Just a poor loser who doesn’t appreciate good

leaving the table, giving her a fierce

shoulder, but she swiftly responded by extending her

and

nervous and said, “Miss, it

woman covered her

Leslie’s gaze, Aurelia suppressed a smile

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

What are you doing here? Are

turned out to

wasn’t this a matchmaking

her. The next moment, he appeared

this.

right did he have

looking at Seth

here and I can’t? Besides, there’s no

anger. He commanded, “Go home. This

couldn’t be bothered with him and sat directly

attention to

smoking indifferently, completely ignoring

found it intolerable. He glanced at

Leslie’s table and couldn’t help

partner? A mere programmer? Can he

your business!” Aurelia warned,

to salvage his pride,