Chapter 926


    Josie couldn''t grasp Candice''s rationale. "But why?" she countered.


    Candice remainedposed as she exined, "Firstly, those items were gifted to you, so they rightfully belong to you.


    "Secondly, aside from their mary value, those possessions don''t have a practical use. They need to be preserved and passed down to the next generation. Ultimately, they''re not something I can rightfully im.


    "Thirdly, Elio has already given me plenty of jewelry during our engagement, which I can pass down to future generations."


    Josie took a deep breath, feeling as though she were on the brink of losing her sanity.


    It all feltpletely absurd.


    She was left dumbfounded, utterly bewildered by Candice''s innocent and straightforward outlook on life.


    Still, Josie''s intrigue regarding Elio''s feelings toward Candice persisted, especially given Candice''s perceived naivety.


    Despite Josie''s best efforts to manipte Candice, she found herself increasingly frustrated by her inability to sway her.


    However, upon further reflection, Josie''s perspective began to shift.


    It could be precisely because Elio''s mind was consistently engaged with theplexities and strategies of the business world, where he often had to be sharp and relentless.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    This might exin why he found Candice''s simplicity so attractive.


    ncing at Elio, Josie inquired tentatively, "Are you absolutely sure you don''t want them back?"


    "You should consult my mother," Elio replied curtly.


    Josie mustered a strained smile as she nodded briskly. "Alright, then. That settles it," she replied, her tone tinged with tension.


    As her words tapered off, Josie stood up abruptly and grabbed her bag. "I suppose I should be on my way," she muttered.


    With that, she turned on her heels and walked away.


    Halfway to the door, Josie couldn''t help but wonder if Elio would follow her out. However, upon ncing back, she saw Elio leaning in close to Candice, engrossed in their own private conversation.


    They seemed entirely wrapped up in their own world, paying no attention to her presence whatsoever.


    With the door slightly ajar, Sean stood nearby, bidding Josie farewell.


    Taking a deep breath, Josie finally made her exit, a simmering resentment bubbling within her.


    As she stepped into the elevator, her face flushed with anger. She swiftly retrieved her phone and dialed Fenna''s number.


    Soon, the call connected.


    Without a moment''s pause, Josie vented her frustration, "Aunt Fenna, I''m absolutely furious. You have to help me this time..."


    Inside the office, Candice blinked nervously, watching as Elio leaned in closer. Swallowing hard, she asked, "What''s wrong? Why are you staring at me like that?"


    Elio''s lips curved slightly as he replied, "You obviously care, so why did you pretend otherwise?"


    Surprised, Candice''s eyes widened. "You could tell?"


    Elio nodded, a faint smile ying on his lips.


    Candice couldn''t help but pout, expressing her frustration, "Josie''s actions are calcted. I can''t allow myself to be manipted by her." "Calcted? How so?" Elio inquired, intrigued.


    "She deliberately tried to provoke


    me! First, she invited me for coffee and persistently brought up your personal matters. I purposely avoided engaging because I knew it would only upset me.


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    "The same happened just now. If she truly intended to return the jewelry, she wouldn''t have gone through the trouble ofing here to ask about it. It''s clear she just


    wanted to provoke a reaction from me.


    Elio''s astonishment was palpable as he absorbed Candice''s words.


    Undeterred, Candice continued, "But regardless, I won''t be swayed by her maniption."


    With a subtle smile on his lips, Elio leaned in closer to Candice, his gaze filled with intensity and admiration as he took in her radiant features.


    In a gentle murmur, he expressed, "I never truly grasped just how remarkably intelligent you are."


    Blushing at the unexpected


    compliment, Candice whispered


    bashfully, "Elio, there''s something I


    need to tell you, but it''s solely from my perspective. Please, don''t take offense."


    In a gentle tone, Elio responded, "What is it? You can confide in me."


    Candice drew in a deep breath, mustering her courage. "Elio, I can''t shake the feeling that Josie might have some hidden agenda. She seems quite cunning."


    Elio''s brows furrowed in response to Candice''s words.