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.”

handshake but to

accepted the ID card, noticing Leslie wasn’t in the mood for

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

Aurelia, exchange numbers with Leslie. If you need anything, you can look for him on WhatsApp,” Linda said, pushing Leslie’s

“Sure.”

His WhatsApp contact showed a blank

she left

turned to Leslie, “ID

now. I hope you won’t expose it,”

person. You don’t need

never know,” Leslie responded

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

it because of my divorce

you’re overthinking. I’ve promised to marry the woman you approve

stern words sent a shiver down Linda’s spine, even as a

Leslie’s despicable father was mentioned, his demeanor would turn

one day, you will find that Aurelia

you’ll be disappointed. I don’t make

different from Seth. She would do

dollars, then immediately met at stranger for marriage. Every move and decision revolved around money,

providing a convenient way

heading back to

his tall figure breezing through

sound, his imposing

“Watch out for a slap in the

restaurant,

the visiting hours at the hospital, so she

into the intensive

There were tubes

she pushed open the door, Aurelia hoped to see Ava smiling and calling her name

time, her

patient on the neighboring bed nodded slightly,

had something to

she walked to her mother’s bedside, placing her

face, seeking solace in the warmth, desperately holding on to the feeling that her mother hadn’t

doctor came looking for you again today,” the family member from the neighboring

understand. Thanks.” Aurelia

probably about the overdue bills,

Elliot, entered the room

down the kettle and approached her. “Ms. Simmons, can we

“Sure.”

followed Sophia out of

got straight

Your mom’s not doing great, hardly moving, and I’ve got to look after her three

the only person doing everything, but you can’t just

together, indicating a request

sharp pang in her

lacked support, some seemed bold enough to exploit

money to cover her mother’s medical expenses, but it was impossible to stay

mother this month, she

dissatisfaction, so she couldn’t afford to take more

also couldn’t risk leaving her unconscious

situation had turned into a reason for Sophia to demand a

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

skills nowadays. If you don’t increase the pay,

a point. Aurelia had indeed searched

seeing Aurelia’s silence,

so long, and she can’t be left alone for a moment. You need to think carefully. If I leave, what if something happens to your

as her

“Are you threatening me?”

wouldn’t want to

her head back, adopting a