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."

you curious to find out?" Josie

as she replied, "Josie, could I ask you for

do you

revealing the reason

She had dedicated the entire night to devising intricate plots to create conflict, only to be unexpectedly halted by Candice's plea. "Doesn't curiosity tempt you even

from Elio than from someone else," Candice replied

if he isn't completely honest with

he lie

an opportunity, Josie hurried to speak.

raising her

as she smiled gently. "I'd rather hear Elio's perspective firsthand. Even if he isn't entirely truthful, I still choose to trust him." Josie let

love. Love wouldn't be genuine if both parties were constantly governed

in, she lowered her voice and asked, "Aren't you concerned that Leo might be lying to

movement, Candice drew closer, her voice barely above a whisper. "Josie, do you think Elio is trying to deceive me for my

disbelief as she gazed into Candice's

was she pretending not to know? Why would the wealthiest man in Norvania

thoughts, Josie shook her head before replying, "No, he isn't trying to

He's probably trying to deceive me for... lustful reasons," Candice

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 beyond the surface? Consider the situation more

Candice reached out and placed her hand firmly on

wealth, it's clear he's not pursuing my money. He's likely interested in something physical," she