Overwhelmed by the Billionaire’s Persistent Pursuit

Chapter 539: Candice found a secluded spot under the shade of a tree and sat down. Normally, no one would pay her any attention. People kept arriving one by one, and the majority of the men were dressed in black or navy-blue suits. Candice's attention was caught by the arrival of Corless. She had actually seen him before. Back when she attended Wilmint High School, she witnessed Corless picking up Cathy at the school gate. Corless had always been a notorious bully in prestigious schools, and Cathy, with the support of her brother, had developed a strong and assertive personality.

She had been domineering at Wilmint High School, rallying others to join in the bullying and even subjecting Candice to confinement in a cold storage room, treating her however she pleased. After leaving for college, Candice rarely encountered Cathy, so she hadn't had the opportunity to seek revenge. Now, the tables had turned, and Candice had Corless's fate in her hands. She was determined to punish him severely. Candice gave Corless a sharp look.

Despite his deliberate efforts to dress well and being only in his early thirties, he had visible bags under his eyes and pronounced nasolabial folds. It was apparent that he had been indulging in excesses, staying up late for leisure activities. Today, Corless had chosen to wear a white suit, drawing a lot of attention from the crowd. He adorned his neck with a large golden cross on a thick gold chain. Candice smirked. It was foolish of him to pretend to be religious while displaying such extravagance. Suddenly, her body stiffened, and she was taken aback.

There, in the midst of the crowd, she saw Cathy! Cathy looked immaculate in her attire, donning a green dress, vibrant makeup, and a luxurious golden silk hat that screamed aristocracy. She resembled a haughty peacock. This sight furrowed Candice's brows. This situation was somewhat different from the information she had previously gathered. Ł∆T€$† ¢₳þŧëяş ín galnøνεlŞ.çø₥ Cathy had attended the charity event with her brother, complicating matters slightly. Candice formulated a new plan in her mind. As circumstances had changed, her plans needed to adapt as well.

With Cathy unexpectedly appearing, Candice had to be extra cautious to avoid any complications. The charity event for disabled individuals commenced once all the donors arrived. A host stood on stage, delivering a speech prepared in advance by the director of the welfare home. Since the director was hearing-impaired and unable to speak, she had written the draft for the host to read. Meanwhile, the director stood nearby, using sign language to communicate with the hearing-impaired students in attendance.

Media reporters were also present, setting up their cameras and capturing the event, with some even live-streaming. . . .