The Wrong Woman

Chapter 969

Candice woke up early in the morning, her body aching all over. She had hardly slept a wink last night, unable to recall how many times Elio had been passionately intimate with her. All she knew was that his desire had been fervent and relentless.

Seeing Elio peacefully asleep beside her, Candice closed her eyes with relief, hoping to steal a bit more rest. Mila's words consumed her thoughts. Candice wondered if she would never marry without Michaela's approval.

Due to Elio's extraordinary nature, even a simple outing could expose him to dangers like being drugged. Candice felt their relationship hanging by a thread. She wondered if registering their marriage first might be wise. This way, it could deter other women who still harbored fantasies about Elio.

With these thoughts swirling in her mind, Candice drifted back into slumber. In her dream, she saw Elio holding hands with a bride, running through a picturesque meadow. Her heart raced with anticipation, assuming she was the bride.

Yet, when the bride turned around, Candice was stunned to see Josie's face. She woke up abruptly, startled by the vivid vision.

The room was flooded with bright sunlight streaming through the balcony, casting a warm, comforting glow. Candice turned to the space beside her. Elio had vanished, leaving only the lingering warmth in the sheets.

Sitting up, wrapped in a blanket, she glanced around the room.

Just then, the bathroom door swung open. Elio emerged, dressed casually in loungewear, looking fresh and appealing after his shower.

Spotting Candice awake, Elio's gaze softened. He approached and leaned over, hands bracing against the bed as he kissed her flushed cheek. "You must be tired. Why don't you sleep a bit more?" he whispered.

head. "No,

you want to take a

feeling discomfort

and murmured, "Just hold on. I'll get the water running." With that, he disappeared

her

saying, "It's ready.

up from the bed, but Elio swiftly lifted her into his arms. "I can walk, you

prefer carrying you," Elio

to resist his loving

intimate connection had long outgrown any initial awkwardness. Candice eagerly welcomed Elio's desire to

edge while she luxuriated in the warm, bubbly water, feeling completely

decided to address the previous day's events. "Candice, I want to apologize for last

need for apologies. It wasn't your fault," Candice responded

ensure it doesn't happen

"Who was responsible?"