My Mirror Image

Chapter 0037

Kayla was reluctant to

int to give her consent.

Everyone at Aether Corporation knew about the relationship between Candice and Sonia, yet this fact did not seem to trouble Candice as

she collected the papers and headed upstairs.

She was lucky. Sonia and Julle were in the restroom when she arrived upstairs, allowing Candice to bring the documents straight to Alex.

Alex exhibited mild surprise at her arrival in his office, raising his eyebrows slightly.

Handing over the documents, Candice reminded him. “These need your signature.”

Alex accepted and began to sign them without delay.

Candice observed him. Her eyelashes trembled slightly.

The foremost lesson he had taught her was the importance of scrutinizing contracts, insisting she should always examine them closely. even if they came from a familiar source.

Midway through signing, Alex casually inquired, “How’s your foot injury?”

Candice replied softly, “Almost healed.”

“Will you be able to join the team–building event?”

“Yes.”

As Alex completed the signing and returned the papers to her, Candice prepared to leave. But then he added, “Stop by the finance department to get your reimbursement for the medical expenses.”

Candice paused, turning to look at him.

After a brief silence, he explained. “Someone posted a video online. The company plans to leverage your injury for public relations.”

His eyes were dimly lit and displayed no emotion as they gazed at Candice.

Candice slowly opened her mouth, speaking gently after a moment. “I thought you would at least ask if it hurts.”

Alex’s hand which was holding the pan, paused at her question. He offered, “Compensation can be doubled, and paid leave is also

possible.”

“Alright.”

Exiting Alex’s office, Candice encountered Sonla and Julie.

and wariness in her eyes, yet managed

her and

her lips and

a

Corporation’s team–building activity was held at a

corporation reserved the entire resort for the function over

Corporation. Soon, word got out that Sonia was behind the planning. The internal chat groups buzzed with excitement. Those flatterers even began referring

by attention, sent gifts to everyone, along with a formal message wishing a delightful weekend, echoing the tone of at

boss’s wife.

team–building agenda, where Sonia had merely altered a game and carried her mug to the pantry.

Candice reflected on

+15 BONUS

a work–related task, Sonia had gone downstairs and engaged in conversation with someone from

being able to visit the hot spring resort this time. It’s the first time in my years at Aether Corporation to enjoy such a privilege at the hot spring resort,” the deputy director of the finance department expressed his gratitude with a smide.

heard you planned

lovely smile on her face. She was naturally chubby, which made her look more likable. Her silence seemed to affirm

neither confirmed

pantry and poured water into her

noticing Candice, Sonia’s smile

Candice in charge, we never visited such upscale places. Thankfully, you’re

not catch Sonia’s reply, focusing instead on returning to her desk to gather her belongings.

with everyone meeting at

as

a sidelong glance but did not offer her

arrived roughly fifteen

could go quickly and steadily, but Candice’s commute had taken several extra minutes due to a traffic jam.

organized five buses, and Candice found a seat next to Kayla.

and mused. “When will I get to ride in

too sick to take the bus because of her motion sickness. Consequently, Alex

to her phone, where Jackson had sent her a video

bowed her head to view her phone, she

profile, maintaining a neutral, unreadable expression.

me?” Sonia gripped his arm, her tone pleading and pitiful.

paused briefly before responding. “What is it?”

was asking if my outfit looks good today?” Sonia tugged at her dress, looking expectantly at Alex.

on you.” Alex answered promptly.

that, Sonia perked up, linked arms with Alex,

her phone to the departing figures of Alex and Sonia,

spring resort was nestled halfway up a mountain.

midday when they arrived.

before returning to their room