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let’s try dating.”
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After breakfast, Ellie briefly talked about Leonard’s situation. Just as she was about to clean up and head to work, a neighbor who was matchmaking for her brother dropped by.
Joanna politely invited her to sit, while Ellie and her brother exchanged a look but said nothing.
In the living room, the matchmaker held Joanna’s hand, continually complimenting her, “Joanna, the girl I introduced to your son really liked him. Why hasn’t he called her back?”
Joanna looked down sheepishly. “Our family isn’t doing well financially. No house, no car; my son doesn’t want to be a burden on her right now.”
Seeing this, the matchmaker quickly tried to reassure her, “Joanna, don’t be so modest. Your son is a prosecutor. With a job like that, money shouldn’t be a problem!”
The matchmaker added, “Your daughter’s a doctor. It’s only natural for siblings to help each other out financially.”
Ellie felt extremely uncomfortable hearing the matchmaker’s words. She stood silently next to her brother, Aaron. Anyone who heard about her brother’s job assumed he made a lot of money.
In reality, his salary wasn’t that high. Many people thought that working within the system means good pay and comfort. But in reality, only her brother truly knew how exhausting, busy, and dangerous his job is.
Yet to uphold justice, many people like her brother remain committed to their duties, and they were the ones who truly deserve respect.
“Aaron, that girl who went on a blind date with you really likes you. Her parents both have steady jobs, and she has a brother abroad. They’re not after money,” said the matchmaker. Listening to the matchmaker’s flattery, Ellie couldn’t help but frown
Matchmaker added, “If you’re interested in the girl, I can help set things up for you. You two can discuss the engagement gifts. As for the wedding, the dowry is set at 90 thousand.
“Your family should provide a house with either names on it, or at least the down payment. The bride’s family will handle the renovation and appliances.”
Aaron said, “I’m really sorry, but we can’t afford this marriage.”
Matchmaker said, “How can you not afford it? Your dad’s death compensation is easily 300 thousand, right?!”
Ellie exchanged a look with her brother. No wonder her mom and brother have turned them down so many times, yet this matchmaker and the potential suitor’s side won’t give up. Ellie thought, ‘So, that’s what they’re after
Aaron explained, “Sorry, but the compensation from my dad’s death was used to pay off our debts. In fact, we still owe a lot. Forget about marriage; I can’t even afford an engagement.”
“That’s ridiculous!” When Aaron said that, the matchmaker immediately lost her cool. “Look at you, all dressed up, hanging out with friends who drive fancy cars or wear designer clothes. Turns out you’re just broke!
“Good thing I came here, or that girl would really have been fooled!”
Hearing the matchmaker’s angry words as she left, Ellie couldn’t and it and chased her to the door. “So what if we’re poor?
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It’s not like we asked you to find a match for my brother!”
Ellie finished speaking and slammed the door. Turning back, her mom Joanna and her brother were watching her.
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Joanna pulled Ellie to sit next to her, feeling guilty as she hit her leg. “It’s all my fault. That day she kept asking, and I told her your dad died in a car accident.
“She asked if we got any compensation, and I said just a little. Then she kept insisting on finding a partner for your brother.”
Ellie said, “Mom, you can’t blame yourself.”
Her mom had led a simple and honest life. Facing a city woman full of tricks, her mom couldn’t handle it.
“Bro, have a good chat with Mom. I have to go to work.” Ellie saw her mother’s guilty look but didn’t have time to properly comfort her.
While working in the morning, Ellie was thinking about comforting her mom after work when her phone rang. Receiving a call from Whitney, Ellie immediately requested leave.
