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.

her professional responsibilities. It was something she

She couldn’t abandon her work due to her personal feelings.

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comment, Ryan added, “That’s okay. We have to sort out some wiring and lighting issues today anyway.”

the documents from Ryan. “I’ll review

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

at Aether Corporation carefully and headed

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

had only returned to Noxville last night, and she had no

recent confrontation. However, before

looked at her with

this lack of punctuality continues,

stated matter–of–factly.

blank expression as she set the documents on the

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

she caught even Sawyer off guard with her detachment.

Candice had always shown the utmost compliance and consideration

however, where she treated Alex as if he were a stranger,

unprecedented.

but a trace of arrogance emerged as he raised his eyes. “Quite defiant,” he commented in a deep, resonant tone. “I never expected such assertiveness from a small studio. Do you intend to exploit my company? Denying even basic inquiries, just expecting

sinking sensation. She looked up and replied coolly, “All the necessary documents are right here, Mr. Elysian. How else would you propose we proceed?” Her stance was

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and vigilance as she

documents on the table. “Just ink on paper. Can they truly

her composure, Candice asked, “Then, what do you suggest we do?”

the meeting room.

the exchange, Sawyer sighed softly. “You seem

detail–oriented with construction projects.”

Candice’s eyes flickered.

matters was well known.

Alex had invested in faced issues due to the negligence of the business partner, leading to construction

construction–related projects.

“If Mr. Elysian has concerns, he’s welcome

site himself.”

expression remained impassive as he glanced at Candice. His dark

emotion.