Chapter 1037

Chapter 1047:
Meanwhile, Paisley whirled around in sheer astonishment, her thoughts ensnared by the Olson family’s sordid affairs. She remained utterly oblivious to the uninvited presence in the office. Since their last encounter at the restaurant, they hadn’t spoken.
As she had anticipated, Milton and Sigrid were now engaged. Under the circumstances, she presumed Candice would eagerly embrace her proposal to be Milton’s mistress.
The Olson family’s internal management was in disarray, a chaotic mosaic in desperate need of expert hands to sidestep potential pitfalls and maximize gains.
However, Candice’s refusal left Paisley confounded. She couldn’t fathom why someone lacking power and connections like Candice would spurn such enticing offers.
At this juncture, Candice’s unexpected visit triggered Paisley’s guard. Her perceptiveness surpassed Sigrid’s by far.
There had to be an ulterior motive behind Candice’s untimely appearance. Paisley narrowed her gaze, shifting her focus between Candice and Elmo, carefully scrutinizing Candice’s attire.
Finally, Paisley abruptly inquired, “Have the two of you formed an alliance?”
“That’s quite perceptive!” Candice replied noncommittally, with a buoyant smile. She wasn’t concerned that they would find out. She had spent a year compiling irrefutable evidence. The Olson family’s impending doom was sealed!
“Are you the architect of…” It was at this moment that Sigrid finally pieced the puzzle together. Her gaze bore into Candice, her disbelief palpable. “Did you orchestrate the downfall of Joseph and Robert?”
Candice’s smile remained unwavering. “I can’t take all the credit. Without their reckless transgressions, no one could have brought them to justice. They’re reaping what they sowed.”
“You! It’s you!” Sigrid, seething with rage, pointed accusingly at Candice. “What’s your endgame? Milton is engaged to me. Don’t you know when to give up?”
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At that moment, Sigrid recollected the day Candice had vanished, her final words to Milton ringing in her ears.
“Milton, this isn’t the end. Don’t think you can get rid of me that easily. Just wait and see. I won’t let you have what you desire.”
At that time, Sigrid hadn’t taken Candice seriously. After all, Candice was a mere outsider without influence or connections. What waves could she possibly create without Milton’s support? Little did she expect Candice’s year of proper preparation for vengeance.
Over the past year, Sigrid had hardly been in Milton’s presence. Their engagement was a mere formality, with Milton notably absent during the engagement announcement, citing a business trip and an unfortunate car accident. Sigrid was left to entertain guests on her own.
She bore it all, for she had achieved her initial goal — acquiring the title of Milton’s fiancée. The first step was complete. She believed that she could secure her future by driving Candice away, and Milton would eventually become hers.
However, a year passed, and they hadn’t held their wedding yet. As Milton’s supposed fiancée, she hadn’t even shared a touch with him.
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