The Wrong Woman

Josie couldn't grasp Candice's rationale. "But why?" she countered.

Candice remained composed as she explained, "Firstly, those items were gifted to you, so they rightfully belong to you.

"Secondly, aside from their monetary value, those possessions don't have a practical use. They need to be preserved and passed down to the next generation. Ultimately, they're not something I can rightfully claim.

"Thirdly, Elio has already given me plenty of jewelry during our engagement, which I can pass down to future generations."

Josie took a deep breath, feeling as though she were on the brink of losing her sanity.

It all felt completely absurd.

She was left dumbfounded, utterly bewildered by Candice's innocent and straightforward outlook on life.

Still, Josie's intrigue regarding Elio's feelings toward Candice persisted, especially given Candice's perceived naivety.

Despite Josie's best efforts to manipulate Candice, she found herself increasingly frustrated by her inability to sway her.

However, upon further reflection, Josie's perspective began to shift.

precisely because Elio's mind was consistently engaged with the complexities and strategies of the business world, where he often had to

why he found Candice's simplicity

tentatively, "Are you absolutely sure you don't want them

my mother,"

smile as she nodded briskly. "Alright, then. That settles it,"

up abruptly and grabbed her bag.

she turned on her heels

back, she saw Elio leaning in close to Candice, engrossed in their own private conversation. They seemed entirely wrapped up in their own world, paying no attention to her presence

Sean stood

her exit, a simmering resentment bubbling

her face flushed with anger. She

Soon, the call connected.

pause, Josie vented her frustration, "Aunt Fenna, I'm absolutely furious. You have to help me this

blinked nervously, watching as Elio leaned in closer. Swallowing hard, she asked,

"You obviously care, so why did you pretend

widened. "You

faint smile playing on his

"Josie's actions are calculated. I can't allow myself to be manipulated by