My Mirror Image

Chapter 0273
Alex had been injured on the building site. If he pursued this, Burning Star Studio would be liable.
Candice’s expression grew somber. She asked the doctor in a composed manner, “What’s the status of his injury? Is there any
bone damage?”
“The bones are intact, but the cut is deep. He may need around five to six stitches,” answered the doctor.
Candice pursed her lips and swiftly contemplated strategies about how to repair the situation.
Alex’s sleeve was rolled up to his elbow, revealing gashes along his forearm. The sight of the deep, blood–stained wounds was
jarring. A nurse was diligently attending to his injury.
Alex maintained a stoic demeanor. His thick, dark eyebrows added to his commanding presence.
The nurse was still an intern, and she found Alex’s aura intimidating, which made her hands
tremble. She jabbed the cotton swab into one of the cuts accidentally.
A suppressed grunt escaped from Alex, breaking Candice’s train of thought. She turned toward him. Despite her reluctance to
recognize it, Alex had just saved her life.
Deciding on her course of action, she approached him cautiously. “Burning Star Studio accepts full responsibility for this
accident. We are ready to cover your medical costs.”
Alex slightly lifted his face as he glanced at her and taunted, “Do you think I need your compensation to cover the medical bills?”
Unflinching. Candice responded, “On behalf of Burning Star Studio, I extend our apologies for this
incident.”
Alex’s laugh was mocking, and his look toward Candice carried a frosty edge. In a chilling tone, he retorted. “This time it’s an
accident. But what about next? I’m the one suffering this time, but who
will it be next time?”
The tension in the emergency room escalated.

Candice remained quiet for a long period. “There will be no next time.
Alex stayed silent, his expression was clouded, and the pain was bothering him.
As Alex’s wound was being sutured, Candice was asked to wait outside.
Sitting in a chair in the waiting area, Candice observed the hustle and bustle around her, feeling a whirlwind of complex
emotions.
+15 BONDS She was caught off guard by Alex’s protective action, nor had she expected him to be injured as a result.
Previously, Candice believed she would have felt quilty and would have been prepared to go the extra mile for Alex, But now she
felt emotionally spent. She felt a burdensome shadow over her. making it hard for her to breathe.
Candice wished she had been the one injured, just to avoid owing anything to Alex.
Her somber thoughts were interrupted when her phone rang. It was Hanley on the line.
In a deep, raspy voice, he asked, “How is Alex?”
Candice looked toward the emergency room’s closed door. “His hand has several deep cuts that need stitches.”
Hanley was silent, aware of the delicacy of the situation, especially since Alex was the head of Aether Corporation. Any harm
coming to him at his company’s construction site would be difficult to manage.
Candice added, “He’s being treated right now. I’ve Informed him that our company will handle his medical costs.” She paused,
then said, “I’ve also offered him an apology.”

After a brief silence, Hanley’s voice returned, subdued, “Don’t dwell on it too much. Shaun and I are together; we’ll be at the
hospital soon to discuss this further.”
“All right.” Candice responded,
“Are you okay?” Hanley asked seriously,
Candice answered with composure. “I’m fine.
“That’s good to hear,”
Once her conversation with Hanley concluded, the emergency room doors swung open.
Alex emerged with his hand wrapped in bandages. His face was devoid of emotion, his gaze lowered, but there was a sense of
agitation about him.
The earlier nurse carried a plece of paper. “He’ll need to settle the bill and receive a tetanus shot.” She addressed her words to
Candice and laid the sheet in front of her. Clearly, Alex’s demeanor had intimidated her just seconds previously.
Candice accepted the paper and softly told Alex, “Stay here, I’ll take care of the bill.”
Alex’s eyes twitched, appearing black and chilly. He glanced at Candice without saying anything.
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Candice proceeded to settle the bill and fetch the medication, then came back to accompany Alex for his tetanus shel
Once inside, Alex stated flatly. I’m allergic to tetanus shots.”

“We can administer a tetanus immunoglobulin shot instead,” the doctor suggested.
Left with no alternative, Candice found herself returning to the payment desk.
Following the shot, they were required to remain under observation in the hospital for another half hour.
Candice looked at Alex’s bandaged arm and spoke gently. “If there’s anything you need, just let me know. I’ve already spoken
with Hanley. As long as your request is reasonable, we’ll do our
best to accommodate it.” She kept her tone respectful.
As she finished speaking, a figure approached rapidly from down the hallway. It was Sonia.
Having traveled overnight with Alex from Noxville to Dorrington, Sonia was visibly weary and
uncomfortable. She had taken the day off from work, given her limited responsibilities at her
company.
She had left home upon learning about Alex’s hospitalization from Sawyer.
From afar, Sonia noticed Candice standing next to Alex. Remembering what Sawyer had told her about Alex’s injury at the
Burning Star Studio site, her expression hardened.
She couldn’t suppress her concern, sharply asking. “Lex, are you alright?”
Sonia ran over in a panic and panted heavily. She nudged Candice aside and looked at Alex with
tears in her eyes.
“Why were you at that construction site? I panicked when Sawyer called. A small studio like that can’t be trusted. What were you
doing there?” Her emotional, tearful voice drew the attention of several people in the busy hospital hallway.
Alex remained composed and asked, “Did Sawyer send you?”
With reddened eyes, she responded, “He couldn’t travel from Eastdale. But you’re hurt, and your didn’t even think of calling me?”
Alex kept his eyes half–closed and calmly stated, “It’s nothing serious.”

“Not serious?” Sonia was upset and lashed out. “Then, what is serious? You’re hurt, and there’s another woman by your side.
Isn’t that serious?”
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Turning to Candice, her voice tinged with unspoken sadness as she reprimanded her. “You’ve left the company, haven’t you?
Can’t you leave Alex alone? You always show up under work pretenses. What are you after? We both know what’s on your mind.
Alex may not confront you, but can’t you show some self–control?”
Candice looked up. Her expression was scornful as she replied, “Do you think I want to be here?” She cast a cold, disdainful
glance at Alex and said sharply, “Regarding the medical bills, let Mr. Elysian deliver them to Burning Star Studio later. I should
leave before I lose my sense of propriety.”
With that, she turned and departed.
Sonia observed her receding figure, her hand curled up in irritation. Then he turned back to Alex
with a look of hurt.
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with her, Lex? Did she come to you on purpose, leading you to that site?” Sonia
With his eyes still half–closed, Alex slowly looked up. His expression remained icy.
Sonia awaited his response eagerly.
Alex just gave her a somber glance and said flatly. “If it bothers you so much, why did you take the day off instead of coming to
work?”
Sonia was left speechless.