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."

chest. She didn't understand why she

been dating for years. They were getting engaged next month. Of course, she

so much? 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

wiped away her tears anxiously and took deep

secretly was agonizing. Her 12 years of feelings for Elio weren't

would treat her kindly,

after becoming a full-time employee, Candice received an unexpected assignment

business trip

trip?" Candice

we're flying abroad to attend ND's

was both shocked and

department buzzed

were envious, yet confused at the same time. "Why Candice? A newbie shouldn't get such

was a globally significant and impactful event. All attendees were

"It's the company's decision. If you have any objections, take them up with

not satisfied with the decision, none dared to

This was Candice's first