The wrong Woman novel by Ginny Not Genie novel Chapter 886

Candice was captivated by Elio's smile, a sight she realized she had never witnessed before. His smile was faint yet seemed to cast a magical spell.

Elio was typically reserved and aloof. It made Candice hope he would smile more often. As she pulled from her thoughts, she met his piercing gaze. She quickly lowered her head and crouched down to pick up some seedlings.

"Let's begin. Where do you think we should plant these?" Candice asked.

Elio approached her and said, "I'll follow your lead."

His simple words warmed Candice, sending a flutter straight to her heart. Even so, she tried to keep her composure and focused on planning the garden's layout.

Elio listened carefully as she explained her ideas.

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Mila stood on the second-floor balcony, secretly watching the garden with a growing smile.

Nathan quietly approached and gently wrapped his arms around her from behind. He whispered in her ear, "What are you looking at?"

Leaning back against Nathan's chest, Mila sighed softly. "Elio has feelings for Candice. What should we do about it?"

"Candice is both beautiful and kind. It's only natural for Elio to fall for her," Nathan replied casually.

"Are you against it?" Mila asked.

"I'll follow Candice's decision. I won't interfere if she returns his feelings. Otherwise, I won't allow Elio to get close to her."

Mila turned to look at him.

With a tone of seriousness, Nathan added, "This isn't my opinion alone. It's the opinion of our entire family. We respect Candice's feelings."

Mila sighed in relief. "That makes things simpler. Now, it all depends on Candice's feelings."

"Leo, Candice, you're both here?" Josie greeted them cheerfully.

Elio remained silent. Candice managed a smile and took a small step away from Elio. "Yes, I'm helping Aunt Chubs with her garden."

Josie lifted the basket she was carrying. "We had a bountiful strawberry harvest back home. My dad sent me to deliver some to Mr. and Mrs. Morrison. Why don't both of you come inside and try some with us?"

"Sure, thank you, Josie," Candice replied politely, placing the gardening tools down and following Josie toward the main house.

Elio stayed back to tidy up the tools.

As the two women walked together, Josie asked, "Candice, have you kept in touch with that guy you went to the movies with last time?"

Candice gave a small smile. "He's my friend's brother, and we haven't really stayed in contact."