My Mirror Image

Chapter 0271

“It’s the contract from Blue Artifact,” Ryan explained. “There are a couple clauses that don’t make sense to me. I can’t tell what’s wrong, but it appears as if they’re trying to exploit loopholes.” He took out his phone, showing Candice the snapshot he took, and pointed out, “Look at the sections

I’ve highlighted.”

Candice considered for a moment, then suggested, “Let’s have a look at the actual contract.”

Ryan smacked his head and realized his oversight. He exclaimed, “Oh, I forgot! I was planning to send it to you on WhatsApp because you hadn’t returned.” He promptly headed upstairs to retrieve

the contract.

Hanley asked gently, “How about breakfast first? Would you like milk or coffee? We should talk about work after breakfast.” Hanley said before Candice could start on the contract.

Right after breakfast, Candice received a call from Sawyer. Her expression tensed when she saw the caller ID. Reluctantly, she answered.

“Candice, it’s me.” Sawyer said courteously.

“What’s the matter?” Candice responded, her tone strained, a reflection of her residual frustration

from the previous day’s events.

Sawyer seemed hesitant but then asked, “We need you to come to the office this morning. We

have to discuss the project’s progress, the selection of materials, and site–related issues.”

As a major investor, Aether Corporation had the right to conduct such an audit.

Candice responded with a cold acknowledgment and quickly ended the call. The mere thought of Aether Corporation brought back memories of Alex, darkening her mood.

“Was that from Aether Corporation?” Hanley asked.

Concealing her annoyance, Candice nodded. “They’ve scheduled a meeting to discuss issues with the materials.”

Expressing his disdain, Ryan commented, “Typical of these pointless meetings.”

, always eager to hold

Candice remained silent, her thoughts turbulent. Resolutely, she declared. “I’ll take care of Aether Corporation. You handle your own tasks.”

Despite her reluctance to revisit Aether Corporation and avoid any interactions related to Alex.

professional responsibilities. It was

She couldn’t abandon her work due to her

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have to sort out some wiring and lighting issues today

accepted the documents from Ryan. “I’ll review these once I

His deep gaze fixed on her, his long. eyelashes casting shadows across his

Corporation carefully and headed to the meeting

noticed Alex present in the room. His gaze was downcast, and he occupied the seat in

only returned to Noxville last night, and she had no idea that Alex had also

emotions stirred, still raw from their recent confrontation. However, before

were chilly, and he looked at her with a scrutinizing and unpleasant gaze.

punctuality continues, don’t bother coming next time.” Alex

stated matter–of–factly.

blank expression as she set the documents on the

for the material we’ve acquired, as well as quality certifications. If you have any doubts, your firm can inspect

was businesslike, her tone firm, and she caught even Sawyer off guard with

always shown

Her current behavior, however, where she treated Alex as if he were a

unprecedented.

commented in a deep, resonant tone. “I never expected such assertiveness from a small studio. Do you intend to

“All the necessary documents are right here, Mr. Elysian. How else would you propose we proceed?” Her stance was

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with caution and vigilance as she confronted

slightly narrowed as he surveyed the documents on the table. “Just ink

“Then, what do you

filled the meeting

sighed softly. “You seem to have forgotten that Mr. Elysian is

detail–oriented with construction

Candice’s eyes flickered.

in such matters was well known.

the business partner, leading to construction worker injuries.

construction–related projects.

composure, Candice suggested, “If Mr. Elysian has concerns, he’s

site himself.”

he glanced at Candice. His

emotion.