The Wrong Woman

Candice's lips formed a gentle smile as she nodded in acknowledgment.

Reaching for a piece of candy, Josie couldn't help but let out a sigh. "You know, Mrs. Hoffis actually prepared all these sweets for me. It seems like he's just trying to cut corners by re-gifting them to you." Candice's smile gradually faded at Josie's words.

As if realizing her mistake, Josie swiftly attempted to backtrack, offering a feigned apology, "I'm sorry, Candice. I was just speaking my mind. I hope I didn't upset you." Candice forced a polite smile and shook her head.

"I sincerely wish both of you a lifetime filled with love and happiness," Josie added.

"Thank you," Candice replied.

As Josie savored her coffee, she couldn't help but cast a cold glance at the scattered candies on the table, feeling a twinge of resentment stirring within her.

Placing her cup back on the table, she began, "I'm here today to talk about Elio."

"Sure, go ahead," Candice responded.

"Do you have any idea why Leo decided to marry you?" Josie asked pointedly.

"I'm not entirely sure," Candice admitted.

"He never discussed it with you?"

"I never thought to ask."

"Are you curious to find out?" Josie pressed.

A soft smile danced on Candice's lips as she replied, "Josie, could I ask you for a favor?"

"Absolutely! What do you need?"

ever revealing

She had dedicated the entire night to devising intricate plots to create conflict, only to be unexpectedly halted by Candice's plea. "Doesn't curiosity

but I'd rather hear it directly from Elio

if he isn't completely honest

lie to me?" Candice

an opportunity, Josie hurried to speak. "That's

raising her hand to

held a sense of purity as she smiled gently. "I'd rather hear Elio's perspective firsthand. Even if he isn't entirely truthful, I still choose to trust him."

Love wouldn't be genuine if both

and asked, "Aren't you concerned that Leo might

Candice drew closer, her voice barely above a whisper. "Josie, do you

expression transformed into one of disbelief as she gazed into Candice's innocent, wide eyes, feeling

Why would the wealthiest

her head before replying, "No, he isn't

understand. He's probably trying to deceive me for...

this discussion with her seemed increasingly challenging. "Candice, can

the blue, Candice reached out and placed her hand

understand now. Given Elio's wealth, it's clear he's not pursuing my money. He's likely interested in something

couldn't help but massage her temples, feeling a

Candice murmured to herself,

Elio more attractive. His physique is impressive, and his prowess in bed is undeniable. I don't see it as a loss

he's the

novel

disadvantage."

froze, anger seeping into her words as she