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- threatening situation. She’ll recover just fine after the surgery.”

she could hope for.

“You should get some rest. You still have work in the

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

is looking for you. She said she’s your

“Mother–in–law?”

it be Rosa

was really bad

“I don’t want

condescension, “Aurelia, your husband called the police and got someone’s son arrested. Maybe she’s here

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

scene, making everyone tired of Aurelia.

scene, Zachary could

about to refuse, she heard a familiar

don’t you want to see me?”

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

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

over her slender figure. With a slight curve of her red lips, she

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