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.

and they had been dating for years. They were getting engaged next month. Of course, she could enter without

ache in her heart remained. Lowering her head, she bid farewell and left the office. Once she exited his office and entered the elevator, her tears began to flow

wiped away her tears anxiously and took deep

secretly was agonizing. Her 12 years of feelings for Elio

never be together, she wished he would treat her kindly, like her other cousins, and not be distant and cold. However,

week after becoming a full-time employee, Candice received

business trip with me the day after

trip?" Candice

we're flying abroad to attend ND's international

both

Even seasoned designers were envious, yet confused at

A newbie

international fashion show was a globally significant and impactful event. All attendees were top fashion industry leaders and renowned designers from around the

company's decision. If you have any objections, take

the decision, none dared

her off at the airport, each offering their own advice, making it feel like a tearful