My Mirror Image

Chapter 0127

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Sonia was a vivacious person. With Sieg by her side, she was able to blend in with ease.

Meanwhile, Candice lingered on the outskirts for a short while, feeling idle. Eventually, she made her way to the grill stations, took several skewers nonchalantly, and set them on a grill.

Not being a regular at barbecuing or cooking, Candice struggled to manage the temperature.

It wasn’t until a charred scent filled the air that she realized she had overdone the food.

As Candice hurried to fix things, Sieg approached to retrieve something and was immediately hit by the burnt smell. He frowned. “What’s that smell?”

Candice, keeping her cool, was about to dispose of the charred food when Sieg caught her in the act.

He exclaimed dramatically, “Candice, can you even cook?”

Still holding the plate, Candice froze.

She glanced at Sieg but chose to remain silent.

Sieg sneered contemptuously. After being verbally bested by Candice earlier without a chance for rebuttal, this was his moment.

He scrutinized the burnt food on the plate and clicked his tongue. “Is this ‘perfect wife and mother‘ act for Lex or Jake’s benefit?” Sieg taunted mockingly.

He blocked Candice’s path before she could move and scoffed, seeming to enjoy the drama.

Candice maintained a neutral expression and confronted him in a low voice, “Ever been told how annoying you are?”

Her tone was icy. Her expression was unflinching.

Sieg’s face hardened as he retorted louder, “Am I being too lenient with you?”

His sudden spike in volume captured the crowd’s attention, all eyes pivoting to their confrontation,

Marc was engaged in a discussion with Alex about an Aether Corporation project, and turned at the noise.

must Sieg

13 Marc

Marc hesitated but Alex was already stepping forward. Marc quickly followed.

glared at Candice, and when he spoke his tone was accusing. “Annoying? Look at yourself, flirting with different men. Do you think you’re above others?”

Candice’s

closing her eyes, she coldly asked, “Mr. Frowler, you accuse me of flirting. Whom exactly have I charmed?”

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his challenge. “You don’t know? How else would you be

Corporation’s chief secretary?”

when Alex’s

and seemed like he had

quickly walked up from behind Alex to smooth things over.

games later?” he asked as he

drink too much.”

to accept it at first, but he caught

the juice.

sigh of relief and turned to Candice.

her eyes devoid of any feeling, as she clutched the

Being publicly accused and embarrassed would upset anyone.

hands, and softly asked, ” Would you like something to eat? I can cook it on the grill for you. I’m quite skilled at

After a moment of hesitation, she responded, “Thank you, but I’m

awkward situation, Marc’s eyes moved back and forth between

I show you some paintings inside? I’ve mentioned them to

still uneasy. Candice knew it was Marc’s birthday. She gave a slow nod and accompanied

they passed Alex, she sensed his icy stare on her, but chose not to meet

by a fairly well–known modern artist, which Candice was familiar

with through Hanley.

Marc rubbed his hands together and commented. “That’s just how Sieg is. Don’t take

silent, fully aware of Sieg’s nature.

he realized that he

opened his mouth to switch topics, his phone rang.

hesitatingly. “I need to

a nod and continued

Marc suggested, “Jake had to step out for