Chapter 2
Aurelia didn’t have time for many questions.
She hurriedly exited the subway and hailed a taxi to the address Linda had sent her.
It was an upscale restaurant.
It had a romantic setting with crystal chandeliers, a wall adorned with fresh flowers, and the gentle hum of instrumental music radiating an air of sophistication.
A sign stood tall outside the entrance, reading “Social Golf Club.”
Was this a subtle matchmaking event?
Aurelia’s mind was filled with question marks.
Linda had mentioned being divorced for a long time. Could this be an attempt at… late–life romance?
Linda aged gracefully, looking more like someone in her early forties than her fifties. She was always elegant in her attire, so finding a companion wouldn’t be challenging.
But why did she invite her?
As Aurelia pondered, a hand reached out to pull her behind a cluster of greenery.
“Aurelia, you’ve finally arrived.”
“Ms. Linda? Why are you out here? Are you here for a blind date?” Aurelia inquired.
Linda chuckled as she removed her sunglasses.
“At my age, I’m not interested in dealing with the hassle of a man. It’s my son who’s on at blind date today. Unbelievably, he’s stuck with a shameless woman. He’s ignoring her, and she’s already badmouthing him. I convinced my son to attend this blind date, and I don’t want this woman ruining it for him. Can you go in and help me handle the situation?”
“Ms. Linda, don’t worry. Which one is your son?” Aurelia reassured, supporting Linda, who was visibly upset.
“By the window, second table. He’s wearing a black shirt. His name is Leslie, thirty years old, 189 cm tall, with an average personality but good looks. And he’s…”
“Stop, I see him. You don’t need to tell me all the details,” Aurelia interrupted.
After all, it wasn’t her blind date.
Aurelia brushed aside the foliage before her. She spotted the man seated near the window, his back facing her.
Though his face was concealed, his tall, imposing figure exuded a chilly presence.
His slender hand gracefully held the glass, and the champagne inside accentuated the ivory- like whiteness of his fingers as it swayed gently.
The glass reflected his profile, showcasing a sense of depth and tranquility.
On the other hand, the woman sitting across from him in an off–the–shoulder gown didn’t
look pleased.
Despite her attractive appearance, her eyes were filled with disdain, and she frequently raised an eyebrow, appearing somewhat sharp.
Observing this, Linda nudged Aurelia. “Aurelia, I’m counting on you.”
“Well, but…” Aurelia gestured towards the people in the hall and said, “Can I enter such an upscale social event?”
“Don’t worry. I’ve got it covered for you. If anyone stops you, just show them this card. They’ll surely let you in.”
Linda handed her a card adorned with an orchid.
“Alright.”
Aurelia hesitated for a moment but eventually agreed.
Holding the card, she entered the hall, where a polite waiter intercepted her. “Miss, may I please see your invitation card?”
Aurelia presented the orchid card. The waiter’s expression momentarily froze before he lowered his arm and respectfully nodded. “Miss, please come in.”
“Thank you.”
Aurelia looked at the card in her hand, wondering what kind of card was this powerful.
Could Linda have joined as a member for her son’s blind date? A parent’s love knew no bounds.
Careful not to lose the card, Aurelia placed it in her bag and walked straight to the window. Even before she could speak, she heard the acerbic voice of the woman.
“Who do you think you are? Everyone in this place is worth a fortune. You, a programmer pulling in a measly twenty grand, cruising around in a run–down Volkswagen. If it weren’t for your half–decent looks, do you really think I’d pay you any attention?
“I was just showing you a bit of courtesy and letting you treat me to a drink. If you don’t apologize, I’ll ensure no one here bothers to talk to you. You would have squandered quite a sum on those membership fees.”
The
woman finished with a disdainful snort, but her gaze greedily fixated on the man’s face. Her fingertips coquettishly twirled strands of hair around her chest.
Aurelia found her aggressive tone unbearable and quickly approached, standing before the table. “I…”
“I’ll talk to him then. If this young lady isn’t interested, please don’t waste our… time.” As Aurelia spoke, she turned her face toward Leslie.
But her words suddenly caught in her throat when she tried to speak.
The strikingly handsome face made a powerful impression on Aurelia.
His dark, expressive eyes, illuminated by scattered starlight, held a captivating blend of emotion and detachment, stirring the hearts of onlookers.
He was genuinely handsome but not a bit effeminate. His features were cool and reserved, and a slight furrow added a compelling presence that seemed overwhelming.
Chapter 2
Leslie casually glanced at Aurelia, his gaze slightly intense.
He was bemused at the coincidence of meeting the hundred–thousand–dollar lady from the car park and wondered if she had come for a blind date after breaking up with her boyfriend.
Aurelia felt uneasy under his gaze.
She didn’t recognize him so it puzzled her why he was looking at her that way.
The woman across noticed Leslie staring at Aurelia and stood up
in anger.
“Look at her, dressed in such poor attire. She’s just pretending to be rich here. What’s good about her?”
“At least her face is real. I don’t like the artificial look of technology,” Leslie replied calmly.
The woman turned pale, quickly stood up, and sneered, “Just a poor loser who doesn’t appreciate good things.”
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