The Wrong Woman

Chapter 856

After suppressing his feelings for so many years, Elio found himself lacking the courage to touch Candice's face. He mocked himself inwardly. What a coward he was.

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Standing up, he entered the bedroom and retrieved a plush blanket, gently draping it over Candice before retreating to his own room.

By the nightstand, he removed his watch and loosened his tie. At that instant, his phone rang. Glancing at the caller ID, he saw it was Michaela calling.

Due to the time difference, it was midnight here but noon back in Norvania. He shed his tie and blazer before answering the call.

His voice was low and hoarse. "Mom, what's going on?"

From the other end, Michaela's furious voice erupted. "Elio, have you lost your mind? Why did you take Candice out of the country? What are you trying to do? You rascal, you promised me you'd manage the overseas company for ten years before coming back!"

Elio remained silent.

continued, "You lost it when you found out Candice joined our

was cold and detached. "I returned under the

one condition without question. I announced your engagement to Josie at the banquet, so you must marry

her even a little, they won't

Elio

but as your mother, I do.

stepped out

His tone was devoid of anger as he responded, "Mom, do you even

was silence from Michaela's

let out a bitter laugh, his words laced with pain and sorrow. "I didn't have. Wanda's exceptional intelligence, but

used the same harsh

educating methods on me.

was filled with nothing but learning every waking hour except for six hours of sleep. I had no time for play, no personal time, no

was

Was that such a crime? You burned all the photos I had of her, threw away every gift she gave

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