Chapter 67

At noon, because Millie had a sore foot, Aurelia accompanied her to the office and ordered takeout for lunch.

After lunch, as usual, she made a video call to Sophia.

“Ms. Simmons, your mother is doing well, so you can relax. The doctor also mentioned that she’s currently in stable condition and should improve after the surgery.”

“Okay, Ms. Elliot, please take good care of her. I’ve been really busy with work lately,” Aurelia explained.

“That’s completely understandable. You’re working hard to support your mother. I admire your devotion.”

“Thank you.” Aurelia glanced at Sophia’s boxed meal, which was still unfinished, and urged, ” Ms. Elliot, please go ahead and eat. I’ll hang up for now. If there’s anything, do let me know.” “Sure.”

After ending the video call, Millie approached Aurelia.

“Your mom is having surgery?”

“Yes, the day after tomorrow,” Aurelia replied worriedly.

has already conquered a life- threatening situation. She’ll recover just fine after the surgery.”

she could hope

Aurelia’s eyes, Millie urged, “You should get some rest.

desk. She

She said she’s your mother–in–law. Should

“Mother–in–law?”

be Rosa

was really

don’t want to

to her and spoke with a hint of condescension, “Aurelia, your husband

so she doesn’t start crying and making a

for Rosa to cry and cause a scene, making everyone tired

long as Rosa caused a scene, Zachary could remove Aurelia from the competition.

to refuse, she heard

you want to see me?”

the voice, Aurelia froze in her place. Wasn’t this

moment, Linda appeared at the office door. Although she was over fifty, she had taken good care of herself. Describing her as fair–skinned and elegant

embroidered dress that draped gracefully over her slender figure. With a slight curve of her red lips, she exuded an air of

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