Candice recognized the weight of the decision resting on her shoulders. Yet she was at a loss for what action to take, her thoughts clouded and indecisive.The sudden ring of her phone cut through the tense atmosphere.Seizing this timely distraction, she excused herself to answer the call. "Sorry,
Outside the emergency room of the hospital, Candice sat on a bench, accompanied by Dean Schmidt and Silas.Dean Schmidt noted Candice's distant gaze and struggled to find consoling words.When they found Joe at the motel, he had been in a state of severe convulsions.The hospital's doctors said his
Silas moved aside, signaling Candice to come closer.But Candice struggled to move her feet, her eyes fixed on her grandfather, lying weakly on the hospital bed.She grew up with Joe. Her childhood memories with him were vivid. He would accompany her in puddle jumping on rainy days and kite flying o
"This is the best course of action," Candice said after a little pause. "I've read the internet comments and believe it's in Aether Corporation's interest to seize this moment to build a commendable public image."She spoke lightly, as if detached from the reality that she was the subject of this di
Candice's address was unknown to many in the company.This was vital because everyone knew Alex's apartment in Vestry Residence was one of Dorrington City's most luxurious, and many working-class people couldn't even afford a bathroom.Sawyer had taken care of Candice's apartment papers. He was awar
Candice's gaze fixed on her apartment's sealed door, her lips pressed firmly in frustration. She recalled Helen's stern words but hadn't anticipated such drastic measures.When she contacted the building's management, she was met with a dismissive attitude."Apologies, Ms. Renault, we only handle t
Candice was about to discuss a project with Hanley when Nadia's uncontrollable laughter interrupted them.Nadia was struggling to suppress her giggles. She remarked, "You're one of a kind, Candice. I bet you're the first woman to ever speak to my boss like that.""Is there something wrong?" Candice
Candice hesitated momentarily upon learning of the new occupants but soon regained her composure. She headed to her room to gather her belongings.Joe's possessions had been packed in a single box.She made sure nothing was left behind before beginning to pack her own things.The apartment had been