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.

it was part of her professional

refuse. She couldn’t abandon her work due to

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okay. We have to sort

from Ryan. “I’ll review these once I return.”

fixed on her, his long.

arrival at Aether Corporation carefully and headed to the

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

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

pursed her lips. Her emotions stirred, still raw from their recent confrontation. However, before she could compose herself, Alex looked up.

eyes were chilly, and he looked at her with

If this lack of punctuality continues, don’t bother coming next time.” Alex

stated matter–of–factly.

she set the documents on the table and said, “Here are

If you have any doubts, your firm can inspect them at

firm, and she caught

Candice had always shown the utmost compliance and

treated Alex as if he were a

unprecedented.

stern demeanor. He showed little alteration in his expression, 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 financial support?” His words were softly spoken yet articulate.

coolly, “All the necessary documents are right here, Mr. Elysian. How

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with caution and vigilance as she confronted

on the table. “Just ink on paper. Can

“Then, what do you suggest we

filled the meeting

Sawyer sighed softly. “You seem to have forgotten that Mr.

with

Candice’s eyes flickered.

thoroughness in such matters was well known.

the negligence of the business partner, leading to construction worker injuries. This incident prompted

any construction–related

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

the site

glanced at Candice. His dark

emotion.