My Mirror Image

Chapter 0273

Alex had been injured on the building site. If he pursued this, Burning Star Studio would be liable.

Candice’s expression grew somber. She asked the doctor in a composed manner, “What’s the status of his injury? Is there any bone damage?”

“The bones are intact, but the cut is deep. He may need around five to six stitches,” answered the doctor.

Candice pursed her lips and swiftly contemplated strategies about how to repair the situation.

Alex’s sleeve was rolled up to his elbow, revealing gashes along his forearm. The sight of the deep, blood–stained wounds was jarring. A nurse was diligently attending to his injury.

Alex maintained a stoic demeanor. His thick, dark eyebrows added to his commanding presence.

The nurse was still an intern, and she found Alex’s aura intimidating, which made her hands

tremble. She jabbed the cotton swab into one of the cuts accidentally.

A suppressed grunt escaped from Alex, breaking Candice’s train of thought. She turned toward him. Despite her reluctance to recognize it, Alex had just saved her life.

Deciding on her course of action, she approached him cautiously. “Burning Star Studio accepts full responsibility for this accident. We are ready to cover your medical costs.”

Alex slightly lifted his face as he glanced at her and taunted, “Do you think I need your compensation to cover the medical bills?”

Unflinching. Candice responded, “On behalf of Burning Star Studio, I extend our apologies for this

incident.”

Alex’s laugh was mocking, and his look toward Candice carried a frosty edge. In a chilling tone, he retorted. “This time it’s an accident. But what about next? I’m the one suffering this time, but who

will it be next time?”

The tension in the emergency room escalated.

Candice remained quiet for a long period. “There will be no next time.

Alex stayed silent, his expression was clouded, and the pain was bothering him.

As Alex’s wound was being sutured, Candice was asked to wait outside.

in a chair in the waiting area, Candice observed the hustle and bustle around her, feeling a

+15 BONDS She was caught off guard by Alex’s protective action, nor had she expected

prepared to go the extra mile for Alex, But now she felt emotionally spent. She

one injured, just to avoid

interrupted when her phone rang. It was

deep, raspy voice, he asked, “How is Alex?”

closed door. “His hand has

the situation, especially since Alex was the head of Aether Corporation. Any harm coming to him at his company’s construction site would be

added, “He’s being treated right now. I’ve Informed him that our company will handle his medical costs.” She paused, then said, “I’ve also offered

Hanley’s voice returned, subdued, “Don’t dwell on it too much. Shaun and I are together; we’ll be at the

Candice responded,

okay?” Hanley

answered with composure. “I’m fine.

to

concluded, the emergency room doors swung open.

His face was devoid of emotion, his gaze

carried a plece of paper. “He’ll need to settle the bill and receive a tetanus shot.” She addressed her

paper and softly told Alex, “Stay

chilly. He glanced at Candice without saying

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fetch the medication, then came back to accompany Alex for his

Alex stated flatly. I’m allergic to tetanus

administer a tetanus immunoglobulin shot

with no alternative, Candice found herself returning to the payment desk.

the shot, they were required to remain under observation in the hospital

arm and spoke gently. “If there’s anything you need, just let me know. I’ve already spoken with Hanley. As

She kept her

rapidly from down the

with Alex from Noxville to

the day off from work, given

company.

had left home upon learning about Alex’s hospitalization

had told her about Alex’s injury at the Burning Star Studio site,

sharply asking. “Lex, are