The Wrong Woman

Candice dashed downstairs, positioning herself at the corner of the staircase, and called out to Elio's departing form, "Elio, let's get married!"

Her voice rang out clearly through the house.

The once lively living room fell silent in an instant as if struck by a bombshell. All eyes turned to Candice; shocked expressions etched on everyone's faces.

The entire household stood frozen in stunned silence.

Elio's body froze in place, trembling. Initially, he thought he misheard, but the collective astonishment confirmed the reality of Candice's words. His heart raced uncontrollably.

Turning to face Candice, Elio found her smiling sweetly, her eyes sparkling with joy, radiating a carefree demeanor as if she were a carefree child who could ignore everything as long as Elio liked her and wanted to marry her. She could bravely approach him.

Candice repeated, "Elio, let's get married."

Tears welled up in Elio's eyes. He mustered a light smile and nodded in agreement, declaring, "Yes."

the living room shifted to

feet. "I object. What does it mean for my uncle

hand, pulling him back onto the couch. "Mind your own business. Their affairs are none of your concern," he scolded him in a

Candice's side and gazed at her. "Candice, are you joking with Uncle Elio? Your

Jasper, draping an arm around his

tension in the room became palpable, hanging thick in

extended his apologies to the elders, "I apologize for the suddenness of my visit today. I shall take my leave

"No worries. You can leave first. We'll have a conversation with Candice. She tends to be a bit headstrong and does as she pleases. We apologize for

a cheerful farewell, Elio nodded and stole one last glance at Candice before exiting with a spring in

grabbed Elio's

you and Candice? You've both been silent all this time

keep an eye on Candice for me Speak highly of me to your family. If