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.

your side, there's nothing to fear. He loves you more than you realize and won't give

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

her mind racing with thoughts of Michaela's stubbornness, Fenna's deceitful tactics, and Josie's manipulations. A shiver of dread ran through her as she worried for

just that they view Leo's marriage as a strategic alliance. They

how can I

"You don't need to bend over backward to impress them. Just continue to be the person Leo loves,

really

"Yes."

said, managing

Be brave in pursuing your happiness. And remember,

"Alright."

returned home in the evening to find

cook had dinner ready

her, but she chose to wait for Elio so they could eat together. She suggested

sat on the living room couch, occasionally glancing at her

whereabouts. Torn, she toyed with her phone, unsure whether to reach out or