Menantu Pahlawan Negara by Sarjana

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

Leslie wasn’t in

Linda, I

Aurelia, exchange numbers with Leslie. If you need anything, you can

“Sure.”

number. His WhatsApp

that, she left

leave and turned to Leslie, “ID card? Since

now. I hope you won’t expose it,”

is a good person. You don’t need to be this guarded

know,” Leslie responded

Hearing this, Linda frowned.

is it because of my

the woman you approve of. I hope you won’t interfere

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

mentioned, his

“Leslie, one day, you will find that Aurelia is different from the women you’ve

“Is that so?I’m afraid you’ll be

much different from Seth. She would do anything

met at stranger for marriage. Every move and decision revolved around money, without a mention of

marriage, reassuring his mother and providing a convenient way to spend

back

his tall figure breezing through like the

his imposing presence attracted

for a slap

restaurant,

hours at the hospital,

hurried into the

unconscious. There were tubes and wires connected to her

open the door, Aurelia hoped to see

her hope was in

the neighboring bed nodded slightly, “Aurelia’s here. Why

something to

she walked to her mother’s bedside, placing her bag

in the warmth, desperately holding on

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

I understand. Thanks.” Aurelia

about the

that moment, the caregiver, Sophia Elliot, entered the

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

“Sure.”

Sophia out of the

got straight to

willing to pay me five hundred a day. Your mom’s not doing great, hardly moving, and I’ve got to look after

in two–fifty, and I get that you’re the only person doing everything, but you can’t just walk away. So, what’s

together, indicating a

a sharp pang in

lacked support, some seemed bold enough to exploit the

mother’s medical expenses, but it was impossible to stay at the hospital all day.

her mother this month, she missed several days

expressed dissatisfaction, so she couldn’t

risk leaving her

into a reason

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

“Ms. Simmons, it’s not easy to find someone with my skills nowadays. If you don’t increase the pay, I

point. Aurelia had indeed searched

seeing Aurelia’s silence, furrowed her

for a moment. You need to think carefully. If I leave, what

frowned as her eyes turned

“Are you threatening me?”

you. You wouldn’t want to become an orphan, would

back, adopting a posture that suggested Aurelia had no