A Crazy One-night Stand

"Oh, sure, sure! Tell me, I am all ears!" Austin quickly sat down beside Alina, who was sitting opposite Wilson. She kept rubbing her hands on her knees, looking very nervous.

Wilson went straight to the point. "Madam, Alina and I are getting married. I hope you can give us your blessings!"

"You're getting married?" Austin was so shocked that she immediately turned to Alina beside her.

Alina nodded. "Yes, Mom. We're getting married. I told you about this before."

"I see, you're talking about him! You insolent girl, why didn't you correct me? I thought you were going to marry that intern. Oh, sorry, I didn't mean to look down on him. Well, since you've known each other for so long, getting married should indeed be the next step!" Austin couldn't hide her joy and excitement.

Wilson smiled again. "So, Do you agree, Madam?" 

"Yes, yes, of course. Why would I disagree? You and Alina are in love with each other. As her mother, how could I come between both of you? How could I not wish for my daughter's happiness?" Saying that, Austin looked pointedly at Alina. She rubbed her thumb and index finger together, gesturing silently to Alina for her dowry. 

Alina's heart ached.

out and living with me. For the past twenty years, you have taken care of Alina and raised her up, and we are very grateful. In the future, we may not come back to visit you very often due to our hectic work schedule. Here is two million dollars as a sign of gratitude and

a card from his wallet and pushed it across the table to Austin. "Madam, the money is in this card, and it's not password protected. I would recommend that you secure it with your password or transfer the money

a large sum?" Austin

you don't have to be so formal with us. From

family now. You must treat Alina well in the future. She's a good girl." Austin had already swiped the card and kept it. The joy on her face could not

while, we will be leaving to get the marriage certificate,"

groceries. You can come back for lunch after that." Austin was over the moon. At this rate,

to the hospital to

are busy. Remember to come for dinner when you are free. Alina, give me a call before

The only time her mother would treat her well was when she had money to get out of it.

now. We'll live