ICU visiting times were scheduled for the afternoon, and with Joe having just undergone surgery, visits were currently prohibited to minimize risk of infection.Having dealt with all necessary formalities, Candice found herself with nothing much to do. She had intended to spend another night at the
Candice’s first call to Alex rang out, so she decided to try once more after a short wait.The second time, the call was answered swiftly, but not by Alex.Instead, Sawyer was on the line. "Hello, who's this? Mr. Elysian is currently busy and can't take calls. May I pass on a message?"A faint buzz
The next morning, Candice came downstairs to find her team having breakfast.Everyone looked surprised when they saw her."Candice, you look like you didn't get much sleep. Are you okay?"Candice had noticed her pale complexion in the mirror when she washed up. She'd been up all night. It was surpri
Helen was known for her difficult temperament, always exuding arrogance and speaking in a manner that was both harsh and unpleasant.Candice was not surprised. Helen caught her eye as she turned away and entered the office.The annoyance on her face hardened further as she sneered, "Good things rare
Alex responded in a light tone but in a condescending manner.Candice's face stiffened slightly as she tried to stand tall in response to his biting remarks."I admit I didn't handle the previous situation well," she admitted, referring to the event in which Yvonne had shown up at the company asking
"Not exactly," Candice said, "Remember, we had decided that once the Northdale house was ready, I'd move back?"Candice's voice was soft, yet her mind swirled with conflicting feelings.She had brushed off Yana and Nadia's jokes about her and Hanley, but Alex's constant mention of Hanley made it imp
Sieg commented casually, "The Zink family's influence is on the rise. It makes sense to forge a relationship with them."This laid-back approach was why Sieg, known for his carefree lifestyle as a wealthy heir, maintained a wide network of friends.The Frowlers ran a business in the industry sector,
Candice regained her balance. Her expression, which was directed toward Alex, was also dissatisfying.Her arm was still aching from the grasp, and she was now being accused of instigating trouble. She was overcome with a wave of indignation, her features etched with venomous mockery.Just as she was