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.”

a moment

waiter intercepted her. “Miss, may

orchid card. The waiter’s expression momentarily froze before he lowered his arm and respectfully nodded. “Miss,

“Thank you.”

looked at the card in her hand,

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

her bag and walked straight to the window.

you think you are? Everyone in this place is 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 I’d pay you

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 quite a sum on

The

the man’s face. Her fingertips coquettishly twirled strands

aggressive tone unbearable and quickly approached,

talk to him then. If this young lady isn’t interested, please don’t waste

her throat

handsome face made a powerful impression on

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

cool and reserved, and a slight furrow added a compelling presence

Chapter 2

glanced at Aurelia,

from the car park and wondered if she had come for

felt uneasy under his

puzzled her why he

noticed Leslie staring at Aurelia and stood

in anger.

poor attire. She’s just pretending

least her face is real. I don’t like the

cigarette, letting the smoke veil his face,

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

leaving the table, giving

shoulder,

and fell to

nervous and said, “Miss, it looks like your nose

her nose and stumbled

suppressed a smile and promptly regained a

as she was about to explain why she was here to

are you doing here? Are

turned out

this

marrying her. The next moment, he appeared

this.

did he have

turned around, looking at Seth

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

commanded, “Go home. This isn’t a place

with him and sat directly

pay no attention to him.

smoking indifferently,

by another man, found it

Leslie’s table and couldn’t help but

is your next partner? A mere programmer? Can he

of your business!” Aurelia

his pride, wasn’t willing to let it slip