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Chapter 0172

Candice quietly spoke to herself, uncertain if she was addressing her grandfather or seeking self- comfort.

The story continued to escalate online, attracting attention from influential internet celebrities who began to share the story.

Her phone was flooded with messages ranging from inquiries and comforting words to subtle probes for further details.

She silenced her phone and carelessly placed it on the coffee table.

Her mind had been in disarray all night, compelling her to push herself to relax and strategize her next steps.

The deeper she delved into her thoughts, the more chaotic they became.

The aching in her stomach reminded her that she hadn’t eaten by mid–morning.

In the kitchen, she listlessly picked up a slice of bread, ignoring its chill from the fridge, and bit into it. Despite her efforts, she could barely eat half, feeling nauseated at the thought of more.

While Candice was on the balcony, trying to distract herself with a book, Kayla’s call came.

Her eyes flickered at the sight of Kayla’s name before she answered.

“Candice,” Kayla asked, her voice tinged with anxiety. “Are you okay?”

She hadn’t had any water in a long time and replied in a hoarse voice, “I’m fine

Kayla hesitated upon hearing Candice’s frail voice before continuing. “Can you come to the office. this afternoon? The public relations department has hired a public relations team. They stated

that they may require additional information from you to handle this matter.”

Candice’s brain was slow to comprehend what Kayla was saying.

After a brief pause, she said, “I’ll come in the afternoon.”

The involvement of Aether Corporation seemed inevitable as the incident unfolded at their

doorstep.

had made a strategic

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and applied makeup, trying

of the day and walked

Sonia, Sawyer, Kayla, and other familiar

expressionless, took a

rest, waiting for them to initiate the

department.” Sonia

calculated. He had thinning

gaze toward Candice held a subtle

asked, “What do

“We’ve reviewed the footage multiple times. You seemed indifferent when

and explained, “I was too shocked to

to be completely honest

referring to? I

prodded further, “What prompted your mother to unexpectedly visit the company? Is there

teeth clenched.

issue of yours is now affecting the company.

subtly, sensing more coercion than concern from the company in

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what ‘truth‘ they

doubted these people would have involved the PR without his consent, but was Alex truly

said again.

noticed

concern, Sonia suggested, “I understand discussing these matters is difficult for

about this?” she suggested after a brief pause. “I’ll speak on your behalf. You can correct anything inaccurate.”

agree would be to expose her private matters. The thought

with pity was unbearable to her.

gossiping neighbors discussing her fate during her

way people treated her when they brought food as if they were feeding a

was unforgettable.