My Mirror Image by Maybe Not (Candice And Alex’s) novel Chapter 468

Candice had just finished talking when she heard a set of firm footsteps approaching from behind.

During her pregnancy, her sense of smell seemed especially heightened.

Originally, she wasn't keen on turning around, but a familiar, refreshing scent drifted into her nostrils and changed her mind.

A figure cast a shadow in front of her.

Alex towered over Candice, his typically calm eyes showing a hint of emotion like ripples forming on a serene pond after a stone is thrown in. But soon, his composure returned, masking any emotions.

"I was just telling Candice that I came here to buy things for the engagement party, and then you showed up," Nina chimed in cheerfully, interrupting Alex's thoughts.

He glanced up, his gaze icy and his tone detached as he spoke, "If you're done shopping, I'll have Sawyer take you back. I have a business to attend to at the office."

As he spoke, everyone noticed Sawyer, who stood nearby holding a briefcase. It seemed they had just finished meeting with a client.

Nina's expression hardened, her chest rising and falling as if she were holding back something.

With gritted teeth, she continued, "How can shopping be done so quickly? Choosing items for the engagement party requires careful consideration. After all, it's a once-in-a-lifetime event. Aren't you going to accompany me? It concerns both of us, and I want to take it seriously."

Before Alex could respond, Nina turned to Candice and added, "By the way, your dad was looking for you in Dorrington earlier. Did you see him?"

She sighed and went on, "Speaking of which, it was my mom who bought the flight ticket for your dad."

Nina subtly hinted at it, but by mentioning Ava, she made it clear to Candice what she meant. It was a subtle jab, insinuating that Henry was trying to please Ava.

Candice remained calm, looking at her with a composed expression.

She asked, "It seems like Henry and your mom are getting along well. Are you going to start calling him 'Dad' now? In that case, let me congratulate you in advance."

Their eyes met and lingered in the air for three seconds before Candice casually shifted her gaze.

She murmured softly, "I'm not really hungry anymore. Let's go."

Nina shot Candice a glare, her expression momentarily contorted with anger that was barely concealed in her eyes.

Candice simply turned and walked away, unaffected.

Nina watched her walk away, her nails digging into her palm, leaving marks.

She had struggled to accept Henry and Ava's relationship until now. Initially, she had brought it up to mock Candice, but it seemed Candice was unfazed.

She glanced up at Alex, only to find he had already walked away, leaving Sawyer by her side.

Sawyer respectfully addressed her, "Ms. Burgess, I'll take you back to Elysian Manor."

Meanwhile, Candice and Yana left the mall, both in no mood to eat.

Yana asked Candice to wait while she fetched the car from the underground parking lot.

However, as Yana left, another figure approached.

Alex furrowed his brows slightly as he stopped in front of Candice. He spoke in a low voice, "Candice."

Candice lifted her eyes, her gaze cold and guarded.

Alex's pupils trembled slightly, his hands tightening as he lowered his gaze, focusing on Candice. His Adam's apple moved subtly, and his lips seemed to want to say something.

Before he could speak, he heard Candice's indifferent voice.

She said, "You're blocking my way."