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.”

not for a handshake but to hand her his ID

card, noticing Leslie wasn’t

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

Leslie. If you need anything, you can

“Sure.”

number. His WhatsApp contact showed a blank

she

Aurelia leave and turned to Leslie, “ID card? Since when did you become a

you won’t

Aurelia is a good person. You don’t

never know,”

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

of my

overthinking. I’ve promised to marry the woman you approve of. I hope you won’t interfere

down Linda’s spine, even

mentioned, his demeanor

and remarked, “Leslie, one day, you will find that Aurelia

afraid you’ll be disappointed.

much different from Seth. She

thousand dollars, then immediately met at

agreed with the marriage, reassuring his mother and providing a convenient way to spend

heading back

tall figure

of sound, his

“Watch out for

Aurelia exited the restaurant, darkness had

the visiting hours at the hospital,

the intensive care

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

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

time, her hope was in

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

had something to attend

walked to her mother’s

warmth, desperately holding on

for you again today,” the family member from

I understand. Thanks.” Aurelia

the overdue bills, pushing for

the caregiver, Sophia Elliot, entered the room

kettle and approached her. “Ms.

“Sure.”

out of

outside, Sophia got straight

next room is willing to pay me five hundred a day. Your mom’s not doing great, hardly moving, and I’ve

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

fingers together, indicating

a sharp pang

seemed bold enough

expenses, but it was impossible to stay at the hospital all day.

this month, she missed

she

also couldn’t risk leaving her unconscious

situation had turned into a reason for Sophia to demand a higher

tried to remain calm. “Auntie,

with my skills nowadays. If you don’t increase the pay, I will stop working

had a point. Aurelia had indeed searched extensively

Aurelia’s silence,

left alone for a moment. You need to think carefully. If I leave,

as her eyes turned

“Are you threatening me?”

you. You wouldn’t want to become an orphan, would

back, adopting a