My Mirror Image by Maybe Not (Candice And Alex’s) novel Chapter 185

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Alex’s words were laden with an icy chill. 

Candice confronted him, her emotions held tightly in check as she retorted, “My personal life is 

not your business.” 

She spoke in a neutral tone, showing no emotion. 

Alex scoffed, his face expressionless. His voice was deep and cold, asking, “It’s not my concern? 

Didn’t you come here for Joe?” 

At this, Candice tensed. Her gaze locked on him as she demanded clarification. “What are you 

implying?” 

His eyes were penetrating. Because of his height, he had to lower his eyes when gazing at 

Candice. It gave him an air of aloofness and detachedness. 

In a matter–of–fact tone, he reminded her, “Remember, he’s only in Dorrington for a short two–day 

visit.” 

He was clearly talking about Chad. 

Candice gradually regained her composure. She realized that Chad was Alex’s uncle. 

She rapidly processed this new information. 

Her knowledge of Chad was limited. She recalled Helen’s strained ties with her family, whereas Alex maintained good relations with them. 

While Chad might be reluctant to meet her, Alex could potentially take her to meet him. 

Candice’s visage darkened briefly. She quickly regained her composure and asked, “What do you want in exchange?” 

She was well aware of his character. He wouldn’t engage in meaningless talk. 

A trace of sarcasm briefly crossed Alex’s eyes. He glanced down, Candice’s reflection caught in 

his deep gaze. 

After a pause, he replied coolly. “You’re overthinking it. What does your business have to do with 

me?” 

With that, he looked away and made his way inside the venue. 

Candice hesitated for a moment, preparing to follow him, when a petite woman suddenly blocked 

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Sonia’s smile had disappeared, and her gaze was unwelcoming as she advised, “You heard him. 

He doesn’t want you here. Maybe it’s best If you leave now?” 

Sonia’s irritation stemmed from Helen’s mockery and Alex’s disregard for her upon his arrival, 

which she now directed at Candice. 

“I need to accompany the directors,” she replied with a strained smile, “so I won’t escort you out.” 

Observing Sonia’s arrogant attitude, Candice looked down and responded in a calm voice, “Ms. Summers, remember, you’re employed as a secretary at Aether Corporation, not as a receptionist at the Southern Gin Hotel.” 

She glanced at Sonia from head to toe. Her gaze eventually settled on the V–neck top hidden beneath Sonia’s jacket. 

Candice reminded her in a mocking tone, “Even hotel receptionists are expected to adhere to a dress code.” 

Sonia’s expression stiffened. She was ready to retort, but Candice had already departed. 

Candice walked out of the ballroom, but she was not in a hurry to leave. 

Chad was only going to stay in Dorrington City for two days. The clock was ticking. 

Her brow wrinkled, her thoughts complicated as she stood at the hotel entryway. 

At that moment, Hanley called. 

Candice answered the phone, but the voice she heard was Yana’s. 

She asked, “When are you coming back? We’re planning to go for roasted duck.” 

Glancing at the time, which showed half past eight, Candice responded, “Go ahead without me. 

I’ve got matters to attend to.” 

“Still busy?” Hanley’s voice came through, likely after taking the phone from Yana. 

Yana’s murmurs were faintly audible in the background. 

“It’s impossible to clean up the old house in one day,” stated Hanley. “Go slowly.” 

Candice responded, gazing at the neon lights across the street with a sigh of resignation, “I know. I’m waiting for someone.” 

Truthfully, she felt overwhelmed. The idea of Joe’s issue being connected to Alex was something she hadn’t anticipated. 

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Detecting something amiss in her voice, Hanley moved away from the group and asked, “Is something wrong?” 

After a moment of hesitation, Candice explained. “I’m at the Southern Gin Hotel, hoping to meet Dr. Sul. Dr. Brooks has referred to him as a renowned neurologist, but it turns out he’s Alex’s uncle, 

Hearing this, Hanley’s brows subtly furrowed. 

At that moment. Yana approached, noticing Hanley’s solemn look, and questioned, “What’s going 

“Nothing to worry about,” he answered before heading back inside. 

Candice lingered outside the hotel briefly, gathering her thoughts before finally deciding to leave. 

Everyone was still up when she arrived at the villa. They gathered around the coffee table and 

talked to one another. 

Yana enjoyed the company. She had met Nadia the night before and decided to stay overnight. 

She was playing games by herself at the time. 

Candice brought the fish soup with her and offered, “Does anyone want fish soup? I picked it up from Northdale. It just needs reheating.” 

Curious, Yana set her phone aside and stood up to assist Candice, asking, “Why did you go back 

to Northdale?” 

“To sort out a property there.” 

“You own a place in Northdale?” Yana inquired.