Chapter 7
Chapter 7:
Eileen’s eyes grew wide with surprise. The idea of going to her place had caught her off guard.
“Bryan!” Vivian reappeared, nestling into Bryan’s embrace with a playful smile. “My high school graduation photos are missing, and they’re not giving them to me. Come and help me out here!”
With those words, she rose, took hold of Bryan’s hand, and led him away through a sea of people.
Eileen sat up straight, turning Bryan’s suggestion over in her mind. The reporters gathered there weren’t just aiming to snap pictures; they would certainly attempt to halt their progress for interviews if given the opportunity. If Bryan ended up drinking too much, it would be a simple task for someone from Oak Villas to intercept them. It was a given that individuals would be waiting at the Dawson Mansion’s gates as well.
Compared to these scenarios, her home was indeed a safer option, yet it wasn’t the sole choice available.
As Eileen waded through her uncertainty, the crowd began to thin out. Jacob made his way to Eileen and spoke, “Bryan’s had too much to drink. Bring the car around, and I’ll assist you in getting him inside.”
“Thank you, Mr. Meyer,” Eileen said. Grateful for Jacob’s offer, she left to fetch the car. She parked at the entrance of the D.V. Club, exited the car, and opened the door to help Jacob with Bryan.
Bryan slumped into the seat, his head lolling to the side, visibly intoxicated. It was a first for Eileen, witnessing Bryan in such a state.
“He’s never been one to drink heavily. Vivian’s presence must have thrilled him!”
This remark led to a burst of laughter, with Vivian turning a shade of red and retreating into Bryan’s embrace.
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“Miss Curtis, I’m entrusting your care. Please be cautious on your journey,” Kian said, turning to Eileen with a smile.
After closing the car door, Eileen offered a brief nod.
“Warren, Miss Warren, Mr. Meyer, I’ll be taking Mr. Dawson home now.”
Vivian waved goodbye but whispered a complaint to Kian.
I go and take care of
you cannot,” Kian said, denying
predicted, Oak Villas and Dawson Mansion
roads, Eileen found herself circling, unsure of
dawn?” Bryan’s low, raspy voice broke the
still closed. His ability to speak indicated he had been conscious for some time, so he
you?” Eileen suggested
voice carrying an undeniable allure in the silence of
yet Bryan continued, “Alternatively, we could just park by the roadside and spend the night here.” He stressed the final words significantly, leaving her no room
reporters in pursuit and headed for her home. The moment they stopped, even before
Bryan was already there, leaning against the
her gaze fixed firmly on the door, unable to meet his eyes. She typed
password?”
birthday,” Eileen replied casually, knowing Bryan wasn’t aware of her birthday. The door clicked open, and she gestured for him to enter. “Welcome, Mr. Dawson, to my simple
out a soft laugh and stepped
the floor-to-ceiling windows, hoping to deter any reporters from taking
Bryan’s body was close against hers, making her pause. Bryan rested his chin on her shoulder, his breath warm against her
let’s make this
guided her to face him,
Miss Warren has returned. We shouldn’t carry on like
giving her a look that seemed to challenge her words. “Oh? Don’t need the money
Eileen realized she had no authority over the beginning of their tumultuous relationship. The mix of alcohol and smoke clung to Bryan, enveloping
pondered whether his words were a critique of her transition from assistant to mistress, or for breaking protocol on Vivian’s behalf that evening. Bryan’s gaze was intense
chuckle. “A
now, with Vivian in the picture and Bryan choosing divorce, the thought of
“Why?” Her voice was barely above
said, his voice a mix of allure and command that clouded her thoughts. Eileen struggled to grasp what he meant. She wanted to challenge him, to question why he wouldn’t seek
“Mr. Dawson…” she began.
Bryan quickly cut her off, “We’re not at work.
Eileen felt a turmoil inside her, making it hard to meet his gaze. It wasn’t until Bryan scooped her up effortlessly that
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