Chapter 431
Chapter 431:
Candice tilted her head. “So you don’t see me as a friend? Kailey, it’s not easy to meet someone who thinks the same way you do. If my kindness makes you uncomfortable, then I’m sorry.” A trace of disappointment crossed her face, and the wind from the open window stirred her hair.
Kailey stopped herself from wavering. “I do want to be friends with you, but I can’t accept something this valuable without a reason. Why don’t you give it to me after our project succeeds? That way, it won’t feel inappropriate p>
Candice saw that she wouldn’t budge, so she passed the bag back to her assistant. “Alright. I’ll hold on to it for now, and when our partnership succeeds, it’s yours p>
Kailey felt a quiet sense of relief and gave a small nod.
With that settled, they shifted to business. She led Candice to Linda’s office, and after reviewing the cooperation terms together, they signed the contract without any delays.
Even though everything went smoothly, Linda couldn’t hide her surprise. “Miss Lawson, I didn’t expect you to decide so quickly. Don’t you want more time to look it over p>
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“There’s no need,” Candice said, her eyes steady and sincere. “The moment I heard Kailey would head the design team for this project, I’d already made up my mind. I was choosing your company either way p>
Those words meant more to Kailey than she let on.
Afterward, Kailey and Linda walked the guests downstairs.
“I’m getting a little hungry.” Candice slowed her steps. “Kailey, are you finished for the day? Would you have a meal with me p>
Linda glanced at Kailey before speaking. “Go on. If something comes up, I’ll have Zaria call you p>
They had just finalized the contract, so there was no way they could turn down a client’s invitation. Kailey understood the situation and nodded. “Alright p>
Candice waved off the staff who had been following them, then slipped into the passenger seat of Kailey’s car. Her eyes widened the moment she looked around. “This is a limited edition model, isn’t it? I know someone who tried for months and barely got one. Your husband must really spoil you if he gave you something like this p>
Kailey assumed she was only admiring the car and answered with an easy smile. “Yes, he’s always been good to me p>
A playful light flickered in Candice’s eyes. “When we head back later, can I take it for a spin p>
“Sure p>
Once they reached the mall, Kailey steered into the underground parking lot and cut the engine. Since Candice wasn’t familiar with the local restaurants, she turned to Kailey for suggestions, and in the end they chose a well-known spot famous for its traditional roast chicken.
After they finished eating, Candice looked around with interest. “I want to walk around for a bit, Kailey. Is that okay p>
Kailey had planned to head home early, but leaving a client by herself wouldn’t look right. “That’s fine,” she said.
Inside the mall, Candice’s enthusiasm for shopping showed right away. She didn’t bother asking about prices and simply told the clerks her address and had everything arranged for delivery.