The Wrong Woman

Chapter 896

Candice's heart raced as she clutched her phone with both hands, her gaze locked on the message from Elio. She read it repeatedly, striving to grasp every word. Was Elio asking her out, just the two of them? Should she accept?

Feeling conflicted, she glanced at Jasper, who was behind the wheel. Hesitantly, she said, "Jasper, you don't have to pick me up from work tomorrow." "Why not?" Jasper asked.

"I..." Candice faltered, knowing that Jasper would soon discover her lie if she claimed to be working late. She made up an excuse. "I'm going shopping with a friend." "Which friend? Where are you headed?" Jasper questioned.

Feeling a twinge of guilt, Candice responded, "Vanessa. We're just going around the office area."

Jasper seemed unconcerned. "Alright, just be careful and make sure you come home early."

A wave of relief washed over Candice, and she leaned closer to Jasper, offering him a sweet smile. "Thanks, Jasper."

Bemused, Jasper chuckled and replied, "Why are you thanking me? Enjoy your time."

he pulled a black card from his pocket and offered it to Candice. "Feel free to use this as

no. I

into her hand, saying affectionately,

a bright smile, Candice said,

In the chat window, she could see Elio typing, pausing, then starting again. Yet, no message came through. Candice began to type

phone and tapping out responses he never sent. He anxiously waited for Candice's

going out with him

phone buzzed. Elio snatched it up and

work tomorrow, so I'll only

lips as he quickly texted back. "Great, I'll wait for you. See you tomorrow." "See you

his phone in hand.

needed to strike the perfect balance-neither too

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