My Mirror Image by Maybe Not (Candice And Alex’s)

Chapter 0463

The study was quiet, and Alex's pitch black eyes seemed even colder. His gaze slowly fell on the examination report. Candice's name at the top was clearly visible.

In the living room, Helen was sitting with a glass of water. She was wearing an expensive silk nightgown, and had the air of a wealthy lady.

Seeing Alex come out, a slight smile appeared on her lips, but because of its shallow curvature, it gave a feeling of slight mockery.

She called out to Alex in a soft voice, casually placing down the glass, and asked in a leisurely tone, "Where are you going?"

Alex paused, turning to look at Helen.

She rarely asked him such questions. The mother-son relationship between them seemed to be only the blood flowing in their bones.

Alex glanced at her, and Helen's eyebrows moved slightly, revealing a hint of satisfaction in her eyes.

She asked him, "Did you see the examination results? It seems like you were surprised too. But now I'm even more glad. I'm glad I didn't agree to let her in back then. Carrying a malformed child, she might still have some hidden illnesses…"

Helen's words stopped halfway as she met Alex's obscure and unfathomable gaze.

He looked at Helen, his whole body exuding a cold and lonely aura. His black eyes enveloping a swirling storm, his voice low, "Why are you gloating?"

Helen looked at him, the smile on her face slowly freezing.

-

Candice didn't have much appetite all night, but after Hanley recommended a few doctor friends to her and she chatted with them for a while, she felt somewhat comforted.

Seeing her relax, Nadia came over. "The weather is nice tonight. Would you like to go out for a walk with me? Just breathe some fresh air."

Candice knew Nadia was trying to comfort her. She nodded and went out with her.

The air outside was still cold. Candice pulled her coat tighter and heard Nadia say, "Today I told Yana that she should go to the church to pray for Baby Mulberry's safety and health once she's back. Maybe I'll go tomorrow and pray for Baby Mulberry to be safe and healthy."

Candice turned to look at her, taking a few seconds to react to what Nadia was saying. "What happened to Yana?"

Nadia hesitated for a moment, but quickly grew angry. "Yana has completely accepted the engagement with Mason. As for the rest, she didn't tell me much. Anyway, I heard her voice this morning, and it didn't sound too good.

"But…" Nadia's tone changed again, and she smiled at Candice. "Everything will definitely be fine. When I went home, I showed our photos to my mom. My mom said both you and Yana have very lucky faces. My mom is very accurate in judging people, so rest assured, everything will be fine."

Looking at her sincere and smiling eyes, Candice pursed her lips and nodded. "Yeah, everything will be fine."

There was still a chance for a re-examination. Just to make sure.

Candice looked up at the dark blue sky, the shimmering light in her eyes which were filled with sincere hope.

When people were desperate, they always liked to place their hopes on elusive things. And she was no exception.

-

When the hospital called to notify her to come for a re-examination, Candice was still discussing the progress of a new project with Hanley and the others.

She glanced at her phone and calmly answered the call.

After a brief conversation confirming the time on the other end, she hung up.

Candice looked up at Hanley and said calmly, "I'll take a day off tomorrow and go to the hospital."

He paused, and murmured softly, "Okay."

Everyone knew the reason for her appointment. For a moment, the entire living room fell silent, and no one spoke.

Candice was the first to break the silence. With her eyelashes lowered, she tried to maintain a stable emotional state, but her pale lips and visibly thinner chin betrayed her.

Her voice carried a slight dryness and tension. "Sorry for interrupting everyone. Let's continue with the previous topic."

With deep and profound eyes, Hanley glanced at her, then threw the pen he was holding aside. "Let's stop here for now. Everyone, take a break." He stood up and looked at her. "Can you come with me somewhere?"

Hanley didn't take Candice far. They went to a dessert bakery near the villa area.

As soon as they entered, the scent of cream mixed with wheat and butter overwhelmed them.

Sweet and greasy, yet comforting.

"Are you buying desserts?" she asked.

Hanley glanced at her without saying a word and led her straight to the kitchen.

The aroma in the kitchen was even stronger. As soon as Candice entered, she felt like she was sinking into a soft cake.

"I wasn't planning to bring you here so soon, but since you have to get checked tomorrow and can't eat sweets today, let's indulge a bit,” Hanley replied. Before Candice could react, he put a chef's hat on her head, then led her into a small compartment.

Unlike the cakes outside, the aroma inside was familiar to Candice, a blend of lemon and mint.

She looked up in confusion, and he placed a lemon candy in front of her, asking softly, "Do you want to learn how to make lemon candy?"

Before Candice could answer, the door of the compartment suddenly opened, followed by a playful voice, "Oh, after learning to make lemon candy from me for a few months, you dare to teach others now?"

Candice raised her eyes and saw a round-faced woman leaning against the door in a chef's uniform.

But as she realized what the woman had said, she looked at Hanley in astonishment. "The candy you gave me before..."

Hanley's eyelashes drooped, and his expression didn't change much. He just said, "I thought Baby Mulberry would like this candy, so do you want to learn from me?"

The determination and reassurance in his eyes made her pause, and the stone pressing on her heart was slowly lifted.

Everyone was looking forward to Baby Mulberry.

They all welcomed her arrival.

They all believed that everything would be fine.

Candice's heart stirred, and she looked at Hanley, saying solemnly, "Thank you."

-

The next morning, when she went for the re-examination, Hanley wanted to accompany her, but Candice had insisted otherwise.

She had prepared herself mentally the night before and researched many materials about amniocentesis online.

She went straight to the doctor, who handed her a form and asked her to prepare for the examination. This belongs to NôvelDrama.Org.

However, when Candice followed the nurse, they ended up taking many twists and turns and finally arrived at the surgical floor.

A woman happened to be lying on the hospital bed, her face pale as she was wheeled out.