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Owen calmly replied, “I manage an IT compare that works very closely in the quarum mertuanical field that Austabas expertise in. We share the same interest, so we’ll always have something to talk about.
*Annials exceptional in the quantum ewechinical field, and I’ve always looked up to her. Besides, we’re also alumni of Astrait University, so we’ve been conducting talinis research together for mumr yran.”
“Huh, is that so? I’ve never beant Aurora talk about this before “Wendy was met She got a lot of details from Owen’s explanation. Immediately, she believed that then and hummaturelationship was the real deal
Plus, we were wmind that
niga happen when we were ahmad, so we thought we might as well
gri manied and then meet our famillesatter.”
jumpa was thomuighly ingested by how well Churcondd make up staden.
They chatted while eating until Owen went out to ameri
When derwent out, Wesh sigheid a barathil arbird and saidan Aumes, “Inks microte in his fantly? Marriage isn’t post about you and him. It’s
dfvonne, Wendy didn’t want Aurora to be like her, bring lisa tragedy for the rest of herlite
Autora pouted Wendy some tea and repbed with a firm lenk, “Thumarwhit you mean, Mom hut don’t worry. I’m doing well Hisfamily is very open–minded, especially his grandmother. She
“And we’re not living with his family. His grandmother says we’re still young, some nerdour personal space, which setry we’re hove was already furnished when 1 maretin, with all kinds of clothes and jewelry for me to choose from,
aly living in Cordia. The
“Owen is also very generous with money. The monthly allowance he gives me, which is separated from living expenses is way more than my salary.
The only way to convince one’s parents was to mentiommaterial needs.
Axespected, Wendy felt relieved after hearing this and nodded. “That’s great. With that, I don’t have to worry anymoor. What’s important is that you ran talk to rach niber if there’s any incor. Marriage is not just about ene person. Only by truly being involved with each other’s lives can you live a happylife”
Aurorainodded. She then took a bankeand from her pocket and handed it to Wendy
She said, “Here, Mom. You gave me this cand back then. I’ve put some money into it. Keep it for yourself. Financial security will give you the courage you need.
Auawa well aware of Wendy’s life in the dein family. She hardly received any allowance to spend. Although she appeared glamorous on the outside, in reality, fr states was worse than the maids.
“It’s okay, I have money. 1–Wendy quickly retused. But Aurora held Wendy’s band and put the cand into Wendy’s pocket.
“Just keep it. Who knows? You might need to use it one day. Consider it as a backup for Sebastian, Grandpa, and Grandma.” Aurora said
“The accourt is still under my name, and the PIN is your birthday, just think of it as a gift from me and Doven. We didn’t buy you many gifts. Even if we did, you wouldn’t have had the chance to get your hands on them. Money is the only thing you can keep for yourself”
Teamflooded Wendy’s eyes when she saw how.considerate Aurora was, “Why are you still thinking about this? It Owen Ends out abor
“He won’t. He’s well aware of my situation,” Aurora replied. “Unlike Sidney, Owen is a reliable and malute man. So, don’t feel bad for me. Sidney and I were never –
Wendy said in a regretful tone, “I thought you and Sidney were childhood friends. Who would’ve thought…
“what if we wrechhood friends? Autora srupted. “The always been busy with study and work I didn’t even have time to interact with him. How did that make us childhood friends?
Wendy chuckded and nodded. “I totally forgot that my beloved daughter has always been intelligent and level–beaded. I’ll always be proud of you.”
After lundi, Wendy lett after a few mode cupset tea. Timothy arranged a car to send her back to Klein Manor
Think you, Mr. person, “ Aurora murmurd as she stood on the hotel’s staturase and booked in the direction Wendy’s car had lent..
Owen tamed to look at her. “Don’t mention it. It’s my duty ”
Although it was contractual, their marilage was real webelieved what he did was his arsponsibility.
Aurora didici jebut him. Perhaps they could live a happy life together, considering they could agree on this matter.
“Maleisia
poncible mother “tenlud met many women before. He could tell the pain and suffering Wendy was suppressing
Jurica looked squat the play sky and sighed. “Sa much so that she has made too many sacrifices. Actually, Fisiot too keen on this kind of self–sacrificing devotion Sometimes, it might be too suffocating and remorseful.”
Gwensilently undded birtour saying, “Igerin Burfi sure this issue can be resolvest, can 117-
“I want to resolve it hit the thing is, it the doma‘ i havethe right understanding. I won’t be successful nematter how hand i ny. Perhaps see should give each erber
“Everything will be fine, Professor Bed Owen never expected to are a glimpse of snow humo. She always gave him the impurssion of being strong and
“Thanks. It’s about to rain, and have aclass lateriile diemoon I should go.” Aurora quickly snapped back to her senses.
Without waiting for Owen’s reply, she went downtales at crossed the pedestrian crossing, Heralender ligne quickly disappeared into the crowd.
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She arrived at Astrait University in the drizzle. She was just in time for her class, Aurora quickl
quickly went to the office and took her books before rushing to the class. She kept her umbrellaoutside the lecture hall and was about to enter it when her phone vibrated. She looked at her phone and saw a transaction notification. She just received ten million dollars from Owen!
Aura was confused, but she had no time to ask him. She would ask him when she got home after class.
After four consecutive classes, Aurora returned to the faculty building feeling slightly exhausted. When she arrived downstairs, she saw Stella holding an umbrella through the rain. She was standing beside the noticeboard
“What are you doing here? Aurora was surprised.
Stella smiled, her eyes filled with gratitude. “I’m here to thank you personally. The Research and Development Department of Apex Chemical Solutions hired me on the spot after they interviewed me. They gave me amazing benefits and even assigned someone to guide me personally.
“I’ve researched their corporate culture, and they have a wonderful working environment. I’m very happy with it. So, thank you so much, Aurora. If not for you, would’ve never found a pb this amazing”
