The Wrong Woman

Candice's lips formed a gentle smile as she nodded in acknowledgment.

Reaching for a piece of candy, Josie couldn't help but let out a sigh. "You know, Mrs. Hoffis actually prepared all these sweets for me. It seems like he's just trying to cut corners by re-gifting them to you." Candice's smile gradually faded at Josie's words.

As if realizing her mistake, Josie swiftly attempted to backtrack, offering a feigned apology, "I'm sorry, Candice. I was just speaking my mind. I hope I didn't upset you." Candice forced a polite smile and shook her head.

"I sincerely wish both of you a lifetime filled with love and happiness," Josie added.

"Thank you," Candice replied.

As Josie savored her coffee, she couldn't help but cast a cold glance at the scattered candies on the table, feeling a twinge of resentment stirring within her.

Placing her cup back on the table, she began, "I'm here today to talk about Elio."

"Sure, go ahead," Candice responded.

"Do you have any idea why Leo decided to marry you?" Josie asked pointedly.

"I'm not entirely sure," Candice admitted.

"He never discussed it with you?"

"I never thought to ask."

curious to find out?"

soft smile danced on Candice's lips as she replied, "Josie, could I ask you for a

What do you

ever revealing the reason to

night to devising intricate plots to create conflict, only to be unexpectedly halted by Candice's plea. "Doesn't curiosity tempt

but I'd rather hear it directly from Elio than from someone else," Candice replied

what if he isn't completely honest with

would he lie to me?"

an opportunity, Josie hurried to

interrupted, raising her hand

perspective firsthand. Even if

nothing inherently wrong with being in love. Love wouldn't be genuine if both parties were constantly governed

and asked,

drew closer, her voice barely above a whisper. "Josie, do you think Elio is trying

transformed into one of disbelief as she gazed into Candice's innocent, wide eyes, feeling a surge of

know? Why would the wealthiest man in Norvania seek to defraud

"No, he isn't trying to swindle you out of your

trying to deceive

Josie was caught off guard. She couldn't help but feel frustrated by Candice's apparent obliviousness. Continuing this discussion with her seemed increasingly challenging. "Candice, can you try to look

the blue, Candice reached out and placed her hand firmly

wealth, it's clear he's not pursuing my money. He's