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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

seething with anger.

signs of defeat, projecting an

unexpectedly. She scowled and glanced over, her irritation

as she demanded, “Why are you

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with Candice’s clothes before

calm. Familiar with Helen’s temperament, she responded coolly, “I’m here

work do you have to discuss?” Helen sneered

you’re collaborating with Hanley’s little studio now? Desperately looking for business every day? Candice, know your place.

Such demeaning remarks were typical of their interactions. While Helen’s vocabulary

with Helen would

consuming.

Sonia looked pale. Seeing Candice’s composure,

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

assumed her and Helen’s mutual dislike for Candice would

hearing Sonia, Helen turned sharply toward her and reprimanded her.

This isn’t a place for just anyone. Should I report to you every

“No, no,

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

been blind to let someone

status, Helen never hesitated to

Elysians for years, Candice somewhat grasped the

absent, she chose to leave. She ignored Helen and Sonia and stepped back into the

elevator.

was leaving the building’s main

expression, followed

briefly landed on Candice before

and asked, “Did you come to see Mr. Elysian?”

the Burning

and hesitated as he glanced at Alex, suggesting. “Today may not be the ideal time. Mr. Elysian has other

the unwelcoming vibe from Alex.

she prepared to depart, she saw Alex, who had walked ahead. He paused

Compensation? What are you proposing