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.”

his hand, not for a handshake but to hand her his

noticing Leslie wasn’t in the mood for

I must

Leslie. If you need anything, you can look for him

“Sure.”

number. His WhatsApp contact showed a blank profile

she left the

to Leslie, “ID card? Since when

won’t expose it,” Leslie

person. You don’t need to be this guarded against

know,” Leslie responded

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

is it because of

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

shiver down Linda’s spine, even

Leslie’s despicable father was mentioned,

one day, you will

afraid you’ll be disappointed. I don’t make mistakes in judging

wasn’t much different from Seth. She would do anything for

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

and providing a convenient

heading back to

stood up, his tall figure breezing

sound, his imposing presence attracted

for a slap in the

exited the restaurant, darkness had already

was afraid of missing the visiting hours at the hospital, so she

into the intensive

There were tubes

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

time, her hope was in

on the neighboring bed nodded slightly,

something to attend

to her mother’s bedside, placing

solace in the warmth, desperately holding on to

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

I understand. Thanks.”

the overdue

the caregiver, Sophia Elliot, entered the room

put down the kettle and approached her. “Ms.

“Sure.”

Sophia out of

outside, Sophia got

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.

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

pinched her fingers together, indicating

experienced a sharp pang in her

lacked support, some seemed bold enough

but it was impossible to stay at the hospital

to caring for her mother this month, she

had expressed dissatisfaction, so she couldn’t

also couldn’t risk leaving her unconscious mother alone

a reason for Sophia to demand a higher

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

skills nowadays. If you don’t increase the

Aurelia had indeed searched extensively

silence,

she can’t be left alone for a moment. You need to think carefully. If I leave, what if

as her

“Are you threatening me?”

wouldn’t want to

tilted her head back, adopting a posture that suggested