The Wrong Woman

Josie was certain that Candice didn't stand a chance of stealing Elio away.

Elio caused a commotion as he rushed down the stairs, prompting Mila and Nathan to emerge from their room, where they unexpectedly met Josie.

"Hello, Mr. and Mrs. Morrison," Josie greeted them with a polite nod.

"Josie?"

Furrowing her brow, Mila asked, "What brings you here?"

"My dad sent me to bring you some strawberries," Josie replied.

"Thank you," Mila responded politely, then turned to look downstairs.

She noticed Elio trudging back to the living room. He flopped down on the couch, shut his eyes, and sank back. He looked drained, but it was apparent that his weariness wasn't merely physical.

"Where's Candice?" Mila asked.

had to leave for something,"

fell silent as she pieced things together. She knew

at least said goodbye if she had left under normal

tone turned icy. She pulled Nathan back into

moment of triumph, feeling quite pleased with herself. She headed downstairs to comfort Elio. However, as she reached the first floor, Elio abruptly grabbed his coat and stormed out of

Josie called out nervously, chasing

his car and sped off. Josie tried to catch up, but it was futile. Frustrated, she stomped her

were quiet,Candice remained blissful, buoyed by the love of her

by her thoughts of Elio, she never regretted falling in love with him or continuing

"What do you think of my brother? Is

her with questions,

clouds. As Candice walked out of

and asked, "Jasper, why have you been

her head and softly replied, "Per my mother's instructions, I'll be the one driving you to and from work for the