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.

office, displayed a mix of discomfort and wariness in her eyes, yet managed a forced smile. asking, “Candice, what’s your reason for being

at her and

response from Candice, Sonia clenched her lips

at a hot

Corporation’s team–building activity was held

the entire resort for the function over the weekend.

at Aether Corporation. Soon, word got out that Sonia was

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

Sonia had gone downstairs and engaged in conversation

hot spring resort this time. It’s the first time in my years at Aether Corporation to enjoy such

you planned

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

she neither confirmed

the pantry and poured water

Sonia’s smile

in charge, we never visited such upscale places. Thankfully, you’re around. After all, you’re practically

reply, focusing instead on returning to her desk to gather

for the weekend, with everyone meeting at the office

into Alex as she was leaving.

her a sidelong glance but did not

arrived roughly fifteen

an expert driver who could go quickly and steadily, but Candice’s commute had taken several

buses, and Candice found a seat

not particularly keen on bus travel, looked enviously at Sonia and

bus because of her motion sickness. Consequently, Alex drove

phone, where Jackson had sent her a

to view her phone, she missed the glance Alex directed

profile, maintaining a neutral, unreadable expression.

you listening to me?” Sonia gripped

his focus to Sonia, Alex paused briefly before responding. “What is it?”

outfit looks good today?” Sonia tugged

good on you.” Alex

that, Sonia perked up, linked arms with Alex, and

departing figures of Alex

spring resort was nestled halfway

midday

before returning to