My Mirror Image

Chapter 0280

Candice expressed her concern, saying, “Sonia now has leverage against me. I doubt she’ll let it slide easily. Rather than waiting and allowing her to cause more problems, we should be

proactive and discuss this with Alex.*

Ryan agreed, remarking. “Absolutely. We can’t risk another stab in the back. It would be catastrophic.”

Lost in thought, Hanley remained mostly silent.

After a brief reflection, Candice gently suggested, “If we can’t reach an understanding. I’ll have no

choice but to leave.”

Hanley then raised his head and spoke in a firm tone, “Let me know if you need anything.”

Soon after, Hanley received a phone call, and he had to leave due to prior engagements.

Candice informed Ryan and then took a taxi to Aether Corporation, understanding the importance

of getting a clear position from Alex to avoid future situations like Sonia’s.

At Aether Corporation, Candice unexpectedly met Kayla in the elevator.

Kayla asked in surprise. “Why are you here?”

Feeling that something was off, Candice asked, “What’s going on?”

“Mrs. Elysian is in the office. She caught Sonia arriving late. Sonia’s being scolded upstairs now. Mr. Elysian is out on business, and nobody is stepping in to help,” Kayla shared gloatingly.

Hearing this, Candice was visibly troubled.

It seemed Sonia’s visit to Burning Star Studio was her own decision. With Helen there. Candice chose not to go forward. An encounter with Helen would probably be unpleasant.

Candice unexpectedly confronted Helen and Sonia as the elevator doors opened.

Helen was impeccably dressed as usual, but the brooding expression on her face made it clear

was seething with anger.

behind her, Sonia’s face showed signs of defeat, projecting an image of

She scowled

cutting as she

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clothes before quickly

anger, Candice remained calm. Familiar with Helen’s temperament, she responded coolly, “I’m

Helen sneered disdainfully and raised

business every day? Candice, know your

typical of their interactions. While Helen’s vocabulary was repetitive,

arguing with Helen would

consuming.

composure, she couldn’t help but taunt. “Unless

have an appointment, do you? Mr. Elysian’s office isn’t open to just anyone.

her and Helen’s mutual dislike for Candice

toward her and reprimanded her.

implying? This isn’t a place for just anyone. Should I report to you every time I visit?”

quickly backtracked, “No, no, certainly

now, are you? My son’s biggest error was hiring you. Alex

have been blind to let someone like

status, Helen never hesitated to deliver sharp

interacted with the Elysians for years, Candice somewhat

ignored Helen and Sonia

elevator.

leaving the building’s main entrance, she encountered

entered the office with a neutral expression,

on Candice before shifting away,

“Did you come to see Mr.

Elysian about the Burning

may not be the ideal time. Mr. Elysian has

unwelcoming

depart, she saw Alex, who

Candice, and questioned accusingly.” Compensation?