The Wrong Woman

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

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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."

chest. She didn't understand why she felt

and they had been dating for years. They were getting engaged

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 flow

away her tears

agonizing. Her 12 years of feelings for Elio weren't easy to let

be together, she wished he would treat her kindly, like her other cousins, and not be distant and cold. However, the

employee, Candice received an unexpected assignment from her

you're coming on a business trip with me the

business trip?" Candice

abroad to attend

was both

design department buzzed

yet confused at the same time. "Why Candice? A newbie shouldn't

fashion show was a globally significant and impactful event. All attendees were top fashion industry leaders and renowned designers from around the

you have any objections, take them

satisfied with the

This was Candice's first