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.

With Leo by your side, there's nothing to fear. He loves you more than you realize and won't give up on you easily. No one can tear you apart

won't accept our relationship. I can't

thoughts of Michaela's stubbornness, Fenna's deceitful tactics, and Josie's manipulations. A shiver of dread ran

don't be afraid. My parents do like you. It's just that they view Leo's marriage as a strategic alliance. They believe Josie would be a better match for him due to her influence and capabilities, not because they genuinely prefer her over

how can I make them

bend over backward to impress them. Just continue to be the person Leo loves, and you'll naturally

it really

"Yes."

said, managing a smile through her

warmly. "Stop crying now. You're a grown-up. Be brave in pursuing your happiness.

"Alright."

work for the day, Candice returned home in the evening to

cook had dinner ready

for Elio so they could eat together. She suggested the cook and the maid take the rest ofthe day

ticked by, her hunger grew more insistent. Candice sat on the living room couch, occasionally

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