A poor student married a 71-year-old millionaire. Seven days later, the guy was STUNNED when he heard his chosen ones’ unusual request

Dmitry Ivanov appeared to be much older than his actual age of 23.

As a dedicated law student, he felt that his only means of building a better future were tenacity and diligence. However, life continued to test him with one setback after another.

His father had abruptly passed away from a heart attack two years prior, upending everything. Dmitry had to take over as the family’s provider after the death of the man who had been their pillar of support.

Grief was accompanied by the discovery of hidden debts, such as past-due bills and notices that appeared to be growing daily.

Marina, his mother, had a serious case of cancer. The treatments consumed what little money they had left, and the medical bills were enormous.

Happily oblivious to the reality of their predicament, his sister Klara, 14, continued to try to smile and clung to her dream of becoming a veterinarian.

Dmitry wanted to protect her from the harsh realities, so he kept the worst things from her.

In an effort to support the family, he balanced his studies with a menial internship at a law firm. The growing debt and his fear of failing would overwhelm him as he sat at the kitchen table at night. Did he do enough? Would he be able to protect his sister’s future and save his mother?

Then, unexpectedly, a minor turn of events changed his course.
He received an invitation to a social gathering from a senior lawyer at work one day. Despite his initial reluctance—he lacked the time, funds, and attire for such an event—Dmitry finally consented in the hopes of establishing business relationships.

The grand mansion served as the venue for the extravagant event.

Among the elegantly attired guests and sparkling chandeliers, Dmitry felt totally out of place. He was trying to blend in when an old woman came up to him.

She was Elena Mikhailovna, and she exuded a subdued strength. She was 71 years old, spoke politely, and had a commanding presence.

She questioned, “You’re not from this world, are you?” Dmitry acknowledged that he was there by accident. Their lighthearted banter evolved into an in-depth discussion.

Dmitry believed their encounter would be forgotten when the night was over. But thoughts of Elena continued to reappear in the days that followed. She had seen right through him with her cool, piercing eyes.

Things only got worse at home. As his mother’s health worsened, Klara herself started to exhibit symptoms of distress. Dmitry was exhausted, both financially and emotionally.

Then he got an unexpected call from Elena. “Please come to my house,” she said. “We need to talk about something important.”

Despite his confusion and suspicion, Dmitry agreed. He had nothing to lose.
Elena was waiting calmly and bluntly at her mansion. “Dmitry,” she started, “I think you have something unique—heart, integrity, and resolve. I’m going to make you a proposal because of this.

She went on to say, “I want to marry you,” and nothing could have prepared him for that.

Dmitry was shocked and asked for more information. Elena clarified that it was a mutually beneficial agreement rather than a romantic one. He had a family to save, and she had her reasons.

The choice tormented Dmitry through the night, torn between desperation and disbelief. He had made up his mind by morning. He went back to Elena and said yes to her invitation.