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.

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

That’s all she could hope for.

Millie urged, “You should get some rest. You still have work in the afternoon.”

her chair, lying her head on the desk. She was about to close her eyes when someone knocked on

for you. She said she’s your mother–in–law. Should I let her in?”

“Mother–in–law?”

be

was really bad luck.

head. “I don’t want

of condescension, “Aurelia, your husband called the

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

She wished for Rosa to cry and cause a scene, making everyone tired of Aurelia. Especially since

as Rosa caused a scene, Zachary

she was about to refuse, she heard a

want to

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

had taken good care of herself. Describing her as fair–skinned and elegant would not be

her slender figure. With a slight curve of her red lips, she exuded an air of

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