Chapter 0410


    Candice nced at Alex, hoping to discern some emotion in his eyes, especially after hearing the


    police''s remarks.


    Yet, Alex''s expression remained unchanged. He met Candice''s gaze, appearing calm as if the


    situation didn''t concern him.


    Candice''s lips twitched slightly as she broke the silence, asking, "Did you catch that?"


    Alex drummed his fingers on the table. His dark eyes briefly locked with Candice''s as he asked,


    "Why didn''t you inform me about the hotel incident?"


    When she mentioned the tampering in her hotel room, her voice hinted at a hint of uncertainty and


    anxiety, unnoticed by herself.


    Alex''s tone grew stern, his gaze sharpening. He remarked, "This is Sris, not Dorrington. Have


    you forgotten about basic safety precautions?"


    His sudden usation caught Candice off guard, redirecting her nned response.


    After a moment, she countered, "Why should I tell you? You''re well aware of your connection with


    Sonia; I shouldn''t have to remind you."


    She nced down, letting out a soft scoff as she mocked, "But it seems you''re getting busy now.


    Haven''t you heard? Francis has already implicated Sonia in his confession. Remember,


    ''Righteousness is evesting and justice always wins''."


    Candice looked at the poster on the wall behind Alex, reading each word aloud. As she finished, her


    gaze returned to Alex. Though faint, her emotions were evident in her eyes, almost as if she were


    assessing him.


    Indeed, Candice was evaluating Alex.


    Alex had tolerated Sonia extensively back in Dorrington, but what about now? How far would he go


    for Sonia?


    Her evaluation was evident. Sawyer, noticing her expression, disyed a hint of worry and spoke


    cautiously, "Candice, Mr. Elysian previously..."


    "Sawyer," Alex interrupted calmly.


    Sawyer halted. He nced at Alex but ultimately stayed quiet.


    Now, it was clear that Sonia was primarily to me for the problems Candice had in Sris.


    Standing next to Candice, Barox straightened his posture and cast a sidelong nce at Alex. Then,


    he addressed the officer, "Is there anything else you need to ask? If not, I need to ensure she eats


    dinner."


    "That''s all for now. Just wrap up the paperwork. We may need to reach out to you again."


    Barox nodded. Then, he naturally took off his hat and ced it on Candice''s head, saying sincerely,


    "It''s windy outside; don''t catch a cold."


    Candice murmured in acknowledgment. She finished her statement with the police and followed


    Barox out.


    As they approached the door, she paused and turned to give Alex a meaningful look.


    Alex remained still, silently observing Candice follow Barox out and keeping his gaze fixed on them.


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    "Mr. Elysian," Sawyer noticed his demeanor and hesitated before continuing, "Why not exin to


    Candice that you were protecting Sonia because of thepany''s secrets and also rify that


    Francis''s change of heart was because..."


    Alex''s eyebrow twitched slightly. He averted his gaze and replied with a nk expression, "What''s


    the use in telling her that?"


    "But Candice doesn''t know," Sawyer persisted.


    "She doesn''t need to," Alex asserted firmly.


    Afterward, the two exited the police station.


    Indeed, the wind had picked up outside, blowing harshly against their faces.


    Alex gazed at the towering skyscraper with its shing giant billboards. A thick fog obscured


    his eyes, hiding any underlying unrest. He asked, "What''s thetest news from headquarters? Are


    they still firmly opposed to me?"


    The board of directors of the headquarters was nowrgely made up of members of the Sui


    family. Their intentions were clear to all; they had capitalized on the previous incident to prevent


    Alex''s return.


    Moreover, since Alex had missed a crucial board meeting recently, the Sui family had toughened


    their stance even further.


    Sawyer remained silent, offering no response.


    Alex had already anticipated this, saying nothing more as he walked away.


    Once Candice and Barox exited, she tried to return the hat to him.


    He refused and joked, "If you catch a cold, Yana will definitelye after me with a knife."


    Candice raised an eyebrow and teasingly warned him, "Aren''t you afraid I''ll tell her you spoke ill of


    her?"


    Barox simply shrugged, stating confidently, "I’m fearless."


    Candice shook her head, dropping the subject.


    Sonia had been absent from the conference hall for two consecutive days. Even Quentin had


    shown up today, but there was no sign of Sonia.


    Ang was aware of the reason, but she still sought out Candice to vent her frustration about Sonia


    and Alex''s behavior.


    When Yondu showed up with two drinks, he overheard Ang badmouthing Alex. Confused, he


    asked, "Why are you suddenly saying bad things about him?"


    Ignoring his question, Ang noticed the fruit tea he brought and asked, "Are you being generous


    today, treating us to fruit tea?"


    "It''s the end of the conference; I''m just trying to be nice," Yondu replied.


    Ang wasn''t impressed and replied, "You could have at least gotten coffee."


    Yondu then turned to Candice and offered her the drink. He exined, "I had to think of Candice


    too. Drink it. My friend made this tea without any additives. It''s at room temperature, too."


    Candice took the drink and casually asked, "Why haven''t we seen Mr. Franklyn aroundtely?"


    "He''s been busy. Is there something you need?" Yondu responded.


    Candice thought for a moment and asked, "Are Mr. Franklyn and Mr. Howles close?"


    "Not really. I only started managing the event this year; Mr. Franklyn was closer to his uncle before,"


    Yondu rified.


    Candice looked down. Abel''s decision to turn off theb''s electricity covertly baffled her. She found it


    suspicious.


    Given that Candice was Hanley''s referral and that Alex was his client, even if Abel was at fault, he


    ought to have told them. Unless it was intentional and nned, what would he gain from that?


    Candice didn''t share her suspicions with Yondu, who continued to invite her to dinner until the


    afternoon ended.


    She declined as she was preupied with the Redshade Corporation''s proposal. Quentin and


    Darius seemed to be targeting them relentlessly, and no matter how they revised it, the opposition


    found reasons to object.


    Barox was waiting for her as usual, but Candice soon heard unsettling news from him.


    He revealed, "When I arrived, I saw Sonia downstairs. A posh car dropped her off, then she left in


    Mr. Howles''s vehicle.


    After a moment, Barox thoughtfully added, "Could it be Mr. Elysian’s doing?"