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.”

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

ID card, noticing Leslie wasn’t in

Ms. Linda, I must go now. Take

anything, you can

“Sure.”

His WhatsApp contact showed a blank

that, she left the

and turned to Leslie, “ID card? Since when did you

hope you won’t expose

don’t need to be this guarded against

never know,” Leslie

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

because of my divorce

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

a shiver down

Leslie’s despicable father was mentioned, his demeanor

“Leslie, one day, you will find that Aurelia is different from the women you’ve

so?I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed. I don’t make

wasn’t much different from Seth. She

thousand dollars, then immediately met at stranger for marriage. Every move and decision revolved around money, without a mention

the marriage, reassuring his mother and providing a convenient way to spend money post–divorce

back

up, his tall figure breezing through like

of sound, his imposing presence attracted everyone’s

for a slap

exited the restaurant, darkness

at the

the

unconscious. There were tubes and wires connected

door, Aurelia hoped to see

every time, her hope was in

of the patient on the neighboring bed

had something

explained as she walked to her mother’s bedside, placing her bag

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

for you again today,” the family member

I understand. Thanks.”

the overdue bills, pushing

the caregiver, Sophia Elliot, entered the room

down the kettle and

“Sure.”

followed Sophia out of the

outside, Sophia got straight to

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 a day. It’s taking

two–fifty, and I get that you’re the only person doing everything, but you can’t just walk away. So,

pinched her fingers together, indicating a request for

sharp

lacked support, some seemed

impossible to stay at the hospital all day. Besides, she had already sold all the

for her mother this

she couldn’t afford to

couldn’t risk leaving her unconscious mother alone

had turned into a reason for

together and tried to remain calm. “Auntie, didn’t we agree on the price

with my skills

had a point. Aurelia had indeed searched extensively before

Aurelia’s silence, furrowed

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

frowned as her eyes

“Are you threatening me?”

You wouldn’t want to become an orphan,

tilted her head back, adopting a posture that