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.

innocently, "I didn't even know Candice was

chimed in, "I offered her the funds to start her own business, but she refused. I even suggested she take

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

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

laugh as he looked toward the entrance. "Candice

eyes turned to

elegant, off-white evening gown

waved them over, signaling Jasper to bring Candice to their

Uncle Taylor wants us to join them,"

sweetly at

a waiter in uniform carrying a tray of wine accidentally bumped into Candice, spilling red wine all over her gown.

couldn't react in time, her gown stained with wine. She

her, his face darkening with anger. He

Morrison. I didn't stammered, trembling

"I think you