Chapter 428
Chapter 428:
“I might be a few years older than you, so maybe I shouldn’t act this way,” Candice said, clasping her hands behind her back and turning slightly toward Kailey as they walked. “Someone once told me not to be so loud and lively. It’s frustrating. How exactly am I loud p>
Kailey slowed her steps, momentarily unsure how to respond. That last remark sounded almost like a complaint directed at someone who wasn’t even present.
A gentle smile appeared on Kailey’s face as she shook her head. “This is already just right p>
“You’re serious?” Candice stepped closer and blinked at her. “I’m not joking. I just returned to the country and hardly know anyone here. Would you mind going out with me next time p>
There was something disarming about such direct enthusiasm, especially when it came from someone in a higher position. Turning her down would not be easy — and at that very moment, Kailey found herself in exactly that position.
After a short pause, she said, “What about Mr. Frazier and Mr. Ruiz earlier p>
“Oh, them?” Candice waved it off lightly. “They’re simply my father’s old acquaintances. I don’t have any personal ties with them p>
Now that everything had been laid out so openly, rejecting her would feel awkward. Kailey gave a small nod. “Sure, as long as we’re both available p>
Candice’s face lit up instantly, and she slipped her arm through Kailey’s. “Then it’s settled. We’ll proceed with your company as our domestic partner. Of course, we’ll still follow the proper procedures. That way, I’ll have more opportunities to see you. Now, tell me more about your designs p>
𝖮𝗋𝗴𝘢𝗻𝗶𝘻𝗲 𝘺o𝘂𝗋 𝗹𝘪𝗯ra𝗋𝗒 𝘰𝗻.с𝗼𝘮
A faint thought brushed past Kailey’s mind, but before she could examine it, Candice had already asked another question, leaving her no choice but to concentrate and explain each detail carefully.
Throughout the exhibition, Candice remained curious about everything. She asked about the source of inspiration behind each piece, yet from time to time she would steer the topic toward Kailey herself — was she in a relationship? Already married? What had made her choose Aslesall?
When she learned that Kailey was married, Candice reacted with visible astonishment. “Oh my, you’re still so young p>
Kailey laughed softly. “Maybe it was simply fate p>
“You and your husband must care for each other deeply,” Candice said with a quiet sigh, then looked at her with bright, eager eyes. “If there’s a chance, I’d truly love to meet him someday. I’m very curious.” Her confident gaze shimmered with interest.
Kailey, however, did not give a definite answer. “Perhaps another time. He’s been extremely busy lately and might even leave for a business trip soon p>
“Oh, I understand.” Although disappointment briefly flashed across Candice’s face, she did not press the matter further.
Her mood did not seem affected. Before leaving, she warmly invited Kailey to visit her residence. Kailey replied with polite courtesy, neither firmly accepting nor outright declining.
Just then, Richard and Acton stepped out and caught sight of them.
“Miss Evans.” Richard gave her a thumbs-up. “Impressive p>
The comment came unexpectedly. Kailey smiled and asked, “What do you mean by that p>