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.

patted her shoulder. “Aurelia, don’t fret. Your mother has already conquered a life-

she could hope for.

eyes, Millie urged, “You should

nodded and picked up a cushion from her chair, lying her head on the desk. She was about to close her eyes

She said she’s your

“Mother–in–law?”

be Rosa

was really

don’t want to see her.”

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

a good idea to meet her so she doesn’t start crying and making a scene. It wouldn’t look good at all.”

cry and cause a scene, making everyone tired of Aurelia. Especially since Aurelia was competing with her for the position of vice director.

as Rosa caused a scene, Zachary could remove

about to refuse, she heard a familiar

don’t you want

Aurelia froze in her place. Wasn’t this Linda?

office door. Although she was over fifty, she had taken good care of herself. Describing her as fair–skinned and elegant would not be an

draped gracefully over her slender figure. With a slight curve

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