The Wrong Woman

Elio glanced at the contract briefly before closing it and placing it in the drawer.

Candice asked, "Mr. Hoffis, is there anything else?"

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"You" Elio started to speak but was interrupted by the sound of the door opening.

"Leo," called out Josie's gentle voice.

Josie, who walked in without knocking, paused for a moment when she saw Candice. She quickly smiled and said, "Candice, you're here too?"

Candice nodded politely. "Hello, Josie."

Josie beamed. "Am I interrupting? Should I come back later?"

Elio immediately interjected, "No need." He then turned to Candice and said, "That's all for now. You may leave."

a pang in her chest. She didn't

girlfriend, and they had been dating for years. They were getting engaged next month. Of course, she could

She tried to comfort herself, but the dull ache in her heart remained. Lowering her head, she bid farewell and left the office. Once she exited his office and entered the elevator, her tears began to

her chest. She wiped away her tears anxiously and took deep breaths to stop her

years of feelings for Elio weren't easy to let

she wished he would treat her kindly,

week after becoming a full-time employee, Candice received an unexpected assignment from her new

trip

business trip?" Candice

flying abroad to attend ND's international

Candice was both

department

the same time. "Why Candice? A newbie

international fashion show was a globally significant and impactful event. All attendees were

If you have any objections, take them

not satisfied with the decision,

This was Candice's first