My Mirror Image by Maybe Not (Candice And Alex’s) novel Chapter 409

Throughout the morning, Alex remained in the conference hall, yet Candice acted as though he were invisible.

While others enjoyed the aromatic coffee Alex had provided, Candice immersed herself in her files.

Even the oblivious Angela couldn't ignore the tension. She asked curiously, "What's going on between you two? It feels like there's a silent battle, and he's trying to reconcile."

Candice remained silent, focusing on her work.

Undeterred, Angela sat down beside her. After a quick survey of the room, she remarked, "Have you noticed something missing today?"

Candice glanced up briefly, showing little interest.

Angela continued, "It's Sonia! Her forced laughter is absent today."

She rubbed her arms and added, "It feels strange not having her around, doesn't it?"

Candice then realized she hadn't seen Sonia all day. Given the conclusive evidence from last night's surveillance footage, it was likely Sonia was still at the police station for questioning.

Unexpectedly, at noon, Candice received a call from Jackson. His opening words were, "Francis confessed. He admitted Sonia instigated him to drug you, though he left out Xavier's involvement."

Candice paused in her tracks, pondering, "Why the sudden confession?"

"He had been showing signs of confessing earlier, but he hesitated for reasons unknown,"

Jackson clarified, having been keeping track of the situation in Dorrington for Candice.

In response, Candice stated, "Francis acknowledging Sonia's involvement is sufficient."

Sonia had done plenty. If her past actions were dug out, she wouldn't be able to escape from them.

Jackson didn't pry into Candice's motives but shared updates about her mother. He disclosed, "There's been a change with Yvonne as well. I showed her the café videos, but... someone in jail mentioned Ivor having another son outside, and it seemed to deeply affect her. She appears to be struggling with her mental state."

Candice felt oddly detached.

Yvonne's downfall was of her own making and unrelated to anyone else. However, Francis's confession had a silver lining.

As Candice hastened to gather her belongings, Angela observed her newfound cheerfulness from the side and asked, "Who was that call from? You seem pleased."

"Just a friend," Candice replied. "Indeed, I received some good news."

A shadow fell over her as Alex approached. His gaze was intense as he demanded, "Leave with me later."

Pausing her movements, Candice repeated, "As I've said before, until matters are resolved, it's best for Mr. Elysian and me to limit our interactions."

Her words were clear, and her stance was unwavering.

Alex frowned, his gaze fixed on Candice. He suppressed his impatience and continued, "The results from the rear-end collision are in."

He was referring to the car accident.

Candice glanced up at Alex, noting the healed wound on his forehead, now a faint pink scar.

Sawyer joined them at that moment, his attention alternating between Alex and Candice as he remarked, "The car accident is also linked to Sonia. Mr. Elysian believes you were also a victim. You need to join us and understand the situation."