Semua Bab The Wrong Woman: Bab 891 - Bab 900

The moment Candice locked eyes with Elio, she quickly lowered her head. She twirled the hem of her clothing between her fingers, her cheeks coloring a deep red.Elio watched her intently for a few seconds before reluctantly looking away. Shortly after, a maid entered the room to announce that dinner was served. Everyone gathered at the dining table and began to eat.Candice seemed preoccupied throughout the meal. She hurried upstairs as soon as she finished eating. Alone in her room, she pondered over Elio's visit.Did he really come to clarify things because her family had begun preparing a lavish wedding gift for him? Were his words sincere? And if so, why had Josie misled her? Could it have all been an act?The more she pondered over those questions, the more her head hurt. Eventually, she decided to stop overthinking and drifted into a peaceful sleep.…The next morning, Candice awoke from a comforting dream in high spirits. Elio's words from the past suddenly echoed in her m

"That's out of my responsibility. You should speak with the HR director or consult Uncle Elio directly," Jasper said.Candice paused, her thoughts swirling. It seemed like a flimsy excuse to approach Elio. He could easily resolve the issue with just a few words. She wondered how she could keep their conversation going. Pursing her lips in thought, she absentmindedly fiddled with her bag's buckle.Meanwhile, Jasper focused intently on the road, his concentration broken only when his phone rang. He grabbed his Bluetooth earpiece, fitted it into his ear, and pressed the answer button."Hello, Uncle Elio," Jasper greeted. Candice's head shot up, her expression turning anxious.From the other end came Elio's voice. "Come over. I have an important document for you.""Uncle Elio, could Sean possibly deliver it instead? I'm driving Candice home right now, and it would be inconvenient to change direction," said Jasper."It's very important. I don't trust anyone else with it." Elio was a

The conversation dwindled into another round of silence. To bridge the emotional gap, Elio tried to change the subject. "Are you facing any challenges at work?" he asked.Suddenly reminded of the layoffs, Candice turned to face him, her voice tinged with anxiety. "Is the company planning to lay anyone off?"A gentle smile finally crossed Elio's face the moment she met his gaze. "You don't have to worry. You're not on the list.""What about my friend, Vanessa Yates? Can you make sure she's safe, too?""Vanessa Yates?" Elio echoed.Candice nodded in response."Okay, I'll make a note of it.""Thank you," said Candice. Overwhelmed by his intense gaze, she shifted her gaze to the television."Candice, about what happened last time, we—" He was cut off by Jasper approaching them. Elio's words hung unfinished in the air.Feeling a mix of guilt and anxiety, Candice whispered, "Let's not talk about the past. It's all behind us now."She was afraid that Jasper might overhear their

"Is it just the two of us, Elio?" Candice asked.Elio nodded. "Yes.""Oh," said Candice. Excitement rushed through her as she climbed into the passenger seat and buckled her seatbelt. Elio shut her door, then walked around to the driver's side. He slid into the car, started the engine, and they pulled away just as the sunset bathed the sky in a palette of deep reds.Inside the car, a heavy silence hung in the air, deepening the awkwardness that enveloped them both. Candice felt the weight of the quiet bearing down on her. She desperately searched her thoughts for something to say, but nerves tied her tongue.Suddenly, Elio's voice cut through the tension. "Does Jasper know you're out buying flowers with me?""No, I told him I was going shopping with Vanessa," Candice replied.Elio felt upset, and his expression darkened. Going to a garden center to buy flowers wasn't anything to be ashamed of. Was he so unpresentable that she couldn't even be honest with it? Did she really

It was already past 8:00 pm after dinner, and Candice had enjoyed some fruit. She felt somewhat uneasy being alone in the vast house with only Elio. After checking the time, she stood up and said, "It's getting late. I should head back."Seeming flustered, Elio quickly rose and grabbed her wrist. His voice sounded urgent as he called her name. "Candice."She turned to face him. His eyes sparkled with anticipation as he added, "Just stay a little longer. It's not even 9:00 pm yet. There's no rush."Candice couldn't bring herself to reject him. She felt a tug at her heartstrings as the man she had feelings for persuaded her to stay. With no resistance, she settled back into her seat and meekly agreed, "Okay."Concerned she might get bored, Elio suggested, "Would you like to watch some TV or maybe a movie?"After a brief hesitation, Candice asked, "How about an animated movie?"Elio paused for a moment before responding eagerly, "Sure, which one do you want to watch?"He didn't t