My Mirror Image by Maybe Not (Candice And Alex’s) novel Chapter 213

Chapter 0213 

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 for money from her. 

Candice avoided Alex’s attention by keeping her gaze downward, speaking hesitantly, “Regarding what happened in Noxville-” 

She paused abruptly. 

Candice thought something was off as she remembered her last contact with Greg at the bank. Her interaction with Greg was limited, and their connection began mainly because of Yvonne’s 

medical bills. 

Greg, on the other hand, was able to immediately inform her of Ivor’s recent activities, hinting that he had been keeping an eye on the situation. Who else but Alex could give Greg such instructions? 

Holding back her suspicions, she resumed, “The situation in Noxville isn’t what you think. I’ll 

figure out how to deal with Ivor. Don’t worry about it.” 

Alex’s look was anything but warm. He glanced at her casually, an eyebrow arched inquiringly.” 

What exactly is your strategy? Do you rely on Hanley for help?” 

His smirk was unreadable as he spoke in an icy tone, “Your judgment of people is questionable. 

Hanley is estranged from his family. It’s wishful thinking to think you can utilize him to hang on to 

the Baldwins.” 

“I’m not dependent on him,” Candice countered, her brow furrowed. 

Her patience thinning, she pressed, “Can you please stop bringing up Hanley all the time?” 

Candice had told him this countless times, but he never seemed to take it seriously. 

He raised his eyebrows slightly, his face emotionless. He questioned, “Does bringing him up bother you?” 

“Why do you have to be so difficult?” Candice complained. 

She had gotten truly tired of his attitude and didn’t want to debate with him about it. Their argument served no purpose. 

Her remarks seemed to agitate Alex. The man, who had been seated calmly, suddenly stood up, 

his imposing aura intensifying as he loomed over Candice. 

He was silent initially, but then a scornful smirk crept onto his lips. He mocked, “Very well. You 

don’t know how stupid you are.” 

As she left the building, Candice was visibly upset. 

She unlocked her phone absentmindedly, browsing through her messages. There was no word from Dean Schmidt, suggesting the refund to Alex hadn’t been processed. 

Left with no choice, she made her way back to the hospital. 

In the office, shortly after Candice’s departure, Alex’s phone rang. 

He glanced at the caller ID and saw that it was Greg. 

Alex narrowed his eyes slightly as he answered. Whatever Greg relayed seemed to instantly sour 

his mood. 

The call ended a few minutes later. 

Sawyer walked in with some documents, informing him, “Mr. Elysian, the Solaris paperwork has 

been delivered.” 

With a grave expression, Alex accepted the documents and asked coldly. “How is the assignment I gave you progressing?” 

Sawyer responded, “All preparations are in place as instructed. We’re keeping a close watch on 

the situation.” 

Alex nodded, making no further remarks. 

Sawyer stayed, speaking softly, “Mr. Elysian, you’re scheduled for dinner tonight with Blue Artifact’s head and a meeting with Dream Search in two days.” 

“Dream Search?” Alex’s brow furrowed slightly. 

The Dream Search cooperation was not a minor project for Aether Corporation. A lower management level had organized it, but Alex had not been personally in charge of it. 

Previously, the incident with Blue Artifact had led Alex’s team to believe he was eyeing opportunities in the art sector, prompting them to readily agree when Dream Search proposed a 

meeting. 

Alex didn’t personally oversee all projects. For smaller ones like Dream Search, a final review of 

the contract and documents by him is enough. 

“Dream Search is keen on a meeting with various partner companies for smoother future. 

collaborations.” Sawyer noted. 

In reality, everyone knew what Dream Search was up to. The corporation hoped to impress the officials with its well–connected network. The event was an attempt to capitalize on Aether 

Corporation’s reputation. 

Meanwhile, Candice’s regular hospital visits to see Joe continued. 

Despite his stay in the ICU, Joe’s health was visibly improving. 

It gave Candice a lot of comfort. She spent about thirty minutes with him before departing. 

Before she left, Joe gently held her hand, slowly advising. “Take care of yourself, don’t worry.” 

Candice had been feeling down recently. She forced a smile and reassured Joe, “I’ve been busy 

with tidying the house in Northdale. It’s nearly ready. We’ll move back once you’re out of the 

hospital.” 

Joe’s eyes weren’t as sharp as they used to be. It took him a moment to comprehend Candice’s comments, and then he nodded gently, holding her hand. He agreed, “Good. Moving back to the 

old house would be nice.” 

Leaving the hospital around two in the afternoon, Candice grabbed a quick lunch. Her schedule had been erratic recently. She ate only when she found the time. 

As she prepared to drive back to the villa, Hanley called. 

Candice felt she had pulled Hanley into her problem following her morning discussion with Alex.