The Wrong Woman

Elio glanced at the contract briefly before closing it and placing it in the drawer.

Candice asked, "Mr. Hoffis, is there anything else?"

Elio looked up at her indifferently. His cool and unreadable gaze unsettled Candice, making her heart race.

"You" Elio started to speak but was interrupted by the sound of the door opening.

"Leo," called out Josie's gentle voice.

Josie, who walked in without knocking, paused for a moment when she saw Candice. She quickly smiled and said, "Candice, you're here too?"

Candice nodded politely. "Hello, Josie."

Josie beamed. "Am I interrupting? Should I come back later?"

Elio immediately interjected, "No need." He then turned to Candice and said, "That's all for now. You may leave."

Candice felt a pang in her chest. She didn't understand why she felt so sad.

years. They were getting engaged next month. Of

hurt so much? She tried to comfort herself, but the dull ache in her heart remained. Lowering her head, she bid farewell and left the office. Once she exited his

sharp pain in her chest. She wiped away her tears anxiously and

someone secretly was agonizing. Her 12 years of feelings for Elio weren't easy

would treat her kindly, like her other cousins, and not be distant and cold. However, the reality was

received an unexpected assignment

you're coming on a business trip with me the day

business trip?"

abroad to attend ND's international fashion

both

Even seasoned designers were envious, yet confused

Candice? A newbie shouldn't get such

international fashion show was a globally significant and impactful event. All attendees

have any objections, take them up with

not satisfied with the decision, none

business trip. Her five causing all came to see her off at the airport, each offering their own advice, making it feel like a