The Wrong Woman

After her words, Candice swiftly turned and left. She walked to the street, hailed a taxi, and returned to her office.

She felt a heavy weight in her chest throughout the day. Eventually, she couldn't contain her emotions any longer and dialed Mila's number.

Stationed at the frontier, Mila was taken aback by the call from Candice. At first, she thought Candice was simply missing her, but it soon became clear that she was seeking help.

With a troubled tone, Candice asked, "Aunt Chubs, why did your mother do this? She went through Elio's diary and even showed it to Josie. Why is she so intent on forcing Elio to marry someone he dislikes?" Candice slumped over her desk, silently weeping. Her heart ached for Elio. The more she thought about the situation, the more her frustration grew.

Baffled, Mila asked, "Candice, what's wrong? What happened?"

"They're trying to force me and Elio apart. I'm just so devastated!" Candice replied.

"Who?"

"Your mother and Josie's aunt?"

Mila gasped. "My mom and Fenna?"

Candice simply hummed in affirmation.

than you realize and won't give up on you easily. No one can tear you apart as long as

your mother won't accept our relationship. I can't

Fenna's deceitful tactics, and Josie's manipulations. A shiver of dread ran through her

"Candice, don't be afraid. My parents do like you. It's just that they view Leo's marriage as a strategic

I make

over backward to impress them. Just continue

it really that

"Yes."

Aunt Chubs," Candice said, managing

Be brave in pursuing your happiness. And remember,

"Alright."

the day, Candice returned home in the evening to

cook had dinner ready

eat together. She suggested the cook and

time ticked by, her hunger grew more insistent. Candice sat on the living

send Elio a message to check on his whereabouts. Torn, she toyed with her phone, unsure whether to reach out or