My Mirror Image by Maybe Not (Candice And Alex’s) novel Chapter 440

Candice looked down, her face staying calm, showing no real interest in what Alex was saying.

The area was packed, with everyone crowding around Sonia's hospital room, hoping for some action.

Not wanting to stick around any longer than necessary, Candice began to walk away from Alex.

But then, he gently grabbed her wrist. She looked up and met his intense gaze.

There wasn't much emotion on his face as he reminded her, "It's raining outside."

Candice stopped in her tracks, a hint of confusion flashing in her eyes. She wondered what he meant. His sudden change in demeanor made it hard for her to think positively.

Before she could ask, Joan pushed her way through to Alex's side.

Her voice sounded pitiful as she spoke, "Mr. Elysian, Sonia never did you wrong when she was with you. Even if she messed up later, it was only because she was upset with you. You have no idea how much she suffered when she went home after your fights."

Joan pleaded desperately for Sonia. She ignored everyone else around Alex.

She shoved Candice aside, but Yana caught her before she could bump into someone else.

Known for her temper, Yana snapped, "Hey! Can't you see there are people here? What's with the pushing? If someone gets hurt, you'll have to pay for their medical bills."

Joan paled and muttered an apology to Candice before quickly latching back onto Alex.

Candice didn't want to ask anything anymore. She left with Yana.

Once Candice was out of sight, Alex withdrew his gaze and turned it coldly on Joan.

Stuttering before, Joan now fell silent under Alex's stare, unable to find her words.

Candice and Yana didn't leave the hospital. It was lightly raining outside.

Yana, worried that Candice might catch a cold, decided to wait for the cab they had called. She muttered to herself, "Now I get why Sonia's such a drama queen. Her mom's no different."

Joan was clearly good at playing the sympathy card.

Yana asked, "Do you think Alex will soften up?"

Candice wasn't sure if Alex would soften up, but after ten minutes of waiting, their ride still hadn't arrived.

Getting impatient, Yana called the driver.

The driver explained there was a traffic jam from an accident on the overpass and suggested canceling the ride.

With Yana's car in the shop, Hanley busy with clients, and Jackson tied up, they were stuck.

"It's fine; I'll call another ride," Candice suggested.

Just then, Sawyer approached them. He noticed the bags in Yana's hand and asked Candice, "Are you leaving the hospital today?"

Yana, already annoyed, knew Sawyer worked for Alex and couldn't help but snap, "What do you think? That we're off on vacation?"

Sawyer coughed awkwardly. His gaze shifted to Candice as he mentioned, "There was a car crash near the overpass. You might have trouble finding a cab right now."

He paused before offering, "I could drive you home. It's raining, and it's inconvenient for you to move around."

Candice declined immediately.

Yana replied icily, "You're offering a ride? You're not planning on using Alex's car, are you?"

Sawyer nervously clarified, "No, no! It's not like that. Mr. Elysian's busy with the police investigation. He won't be leaving anytime soon. I can drop you off and come back. He probably wouldn't mind."

But no matter what he said, Candice didn't want to complicate things and preferred to decline the offer.

Yana reluctantly agreed before she could express her doubts.