The Wrong Woman

"Why aren't you going? The whole family will be there," Jasper said as he started the car and drove off.

Candice remained silent.

Jasper continued, coaxing softly, "Candice, how about we get your makeup done and find a lovely evening gown? Just come along to the banquet with me, alright?"

Candice, with her naturally gentle disposition, found it difficult to resist her brother's request. She nodded in acquiescence.

The opulent Hoffis Manor gleamed with grandeur. Crystal chandeliers cast a radiant glow over the expansive ballroom, exuding an aura of luxury and sophistication. Soft, melodic music filled the air, mingling with the chatter and laughter of the elite guests.

Being the richest family in Norvania, the Hoffis family's banquet was attended predominantly by aristocrats and dignitaries.

The entire Morrison family was present.

Candice's uncles were huddled together, complaining to Tristan.

"What spell did you cast on Candice that she insisted on working for your company?" Duke grumbled.

didn't even know

own business, but she refused. I even suggested she take the role of vice president at my company, but she

few blockbuster movies to kick-start her acting career, but she wasn't interested. She insisted on joining ND Group as a

shouldn't be working at all. We can easily support her without

but laugh as he looked

turned to

walked in with Jasper, dressed in an elegant, off-white evening gown

Jasper

to join them," Jasper said

sweetly at her

of wine accidentally bumped into Candice, spilling red wine

her gown stained with

He stormed over and grabbed the waiter

Candice Morrison Jasper Morrison. I didn't stammered, trembling in fear. It was

gritted his teeth. "I think you did it