My Mirror Image

Chapter 0227

Jackson frowned, wanting to say something but hesitating. Yana, on the other hand, had no

reservations.

She handed a randomly bought gift to Sonia and continued to speak with a smile. “I didn’t expect you to be so caring. But I advise you not to say too much today.” Yana intentionally lowered her voice. “I heard that busybodies don’t live long. It’s your birthday today, don’t ruin your own mood.”

Sonia’s eyes widened with shock.

Yana reached out to grab Candice’s hand. “All right, Candy, let’s go inside. Miss Summers already knew you were coming and came out to greet you. Let’s show some respect.‘”

The words were straightforward and deliberate. Candice remained composed on the surface and agreed. “Fine, even though it’s quite meaningless.”

Alex remained indifferent, showing little emotion where he stood nearby. His dark eyes watched Candice leave, however.

“Lex, long time no see.” Jackson’s gentle voice sounded, and Alex looked at him.

Jackson smiled, but there was a hint of helplessness in his eyes. “She worked at Aether for so many years, there’s no need for you to be so hostile. Can’t you two part on good terms?”

A mysterious light flashed in Alex’s eyes. “Are you trying to defend her again?” He sneered. “One

after another, it’s amusing.”

Jackson’s expression became uneasy. He could hear the sarcasm in Alex’s voice. He’d had no

choice but to come today.

In any social occasion entangled with social conventions, it was never solely about personal feelings, especially in their circle where various connections were inevitable. Furthermore, today’s

main focus was not on Sonia.

Once inside the venue, Yana pulled Candice to a secluded corner and took a seat on a sofa.

Jackson left on his own, saying that he needed to see someone.

Their seats were strategically placed with a clear view of the entrance. Candice recognized most of the people entering. They were mostly wealthy youngsters from influential families in Dorrington.

Sonia’s birthday party was certainly grand.

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there was a young man accompanying them. He had a carefree smile and his hair

at him and quickly lowered

man said whether Aether can expand to Solaris depends on whether we

course, Yana’s father had also mentioned that it would be even better if she could connect

people came to socialize with her where

Yana stood up and told Candice

restroom.

with

just saw her

to the

Sonia showed no intention of leaving. “Lex said I’m the star of this party and I must

still happy. Let me toast to

but

were

aware of the

response.

toast. She said, “Happy birthday. No need for al toast.

however. She knew that people were watching, and losing to

fresh

lot. It’s only right for me to toast to you.” She gritted her

am now.”

was a provocation.

wine glass out,

a moment of contemplation, Candice, sensing the situation,

the increasing numbers of curious glances around, Candice reluctantly reached out to take

from Sonia.

glass, Sonia released the glass. The red wine spilled out, and Sonia pulled back quickly. The glass tipped towards

was only wearing a thin chiffon shirt, and the red wine stained a large patch, making the

fabric embarrassingly see–through.

cried, her voice panicky. “You were definitely

let go!”

Candice looked at Sonia with a

misunderstood, I really

had already taken

and saw the state of Candice’s