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

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

"Mind your own business.

troubled, Jasper hurried to Candice's side and gazed at her. "Candice, are you joking with Uncle Elio? Your relationship

an arm around his neck

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 now. Next time, I'll come with engagement gifts for a

tends to be a bit headstrong and does as she

one last glance at Candice before exiting with a spring in his step.

grabbed

between you and Candice? You've both been silent all this time and suddenly you're talking about marriage.

eye on Candice for me Speak highly of me to your family. If anything goes wrong, or if she refuses to marry me, you'll