Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 18

Chapter 18:

Bryan was engrossed in conversation within the pavilion, surrounded by friends—a setting where Eileen typically remained at his beck and call. But today, Eileen decided to keep her distance and settled herself at a spot near the pavilion.

After the grilling was done, she gathered a plateful of food and approached the pavilion, offering it to Bryan and his companions. Jacob caught sight of her and gestured invitingly. “Miss Curtis, come join us. It’s rather dull without you; we could use the company,” he said.

Eileen offered a polite smile in return. “I appreciate the offer, but I’ll just eat something with my colleagues later.”

No sooner had she declined than Vivian approached, gently tugging her into a seat beside Jacob. With Jacob to her left, Kian to her right, and Bryan directly in front of her, Eileen felt ensnared, unsure of what to say.

“Kian, it just hit me! That game you love was crafted by Eileen’s boyfriend,” Vivian announced, steering the focus onto Eileen. “On our way here, we overheard her chatting with him. He’s the kind who’s liberal with gifts in the game, indicative of a thoughtful nature. Maybe not as wealthy as you, but he’s certainly considerate.”

Seated there, Eileen was on edge, feeling Bryan’s intense stare as if it were a tangible force. If it weren’t for the earlier incident with the hickey, she would have explained that Huey was her boyfriend.

Jacob retrieved his phone. “Are you talking about this game?” he inquired.

With a glance, Eileen responded, “That’s the one.”

Jacob, in a light-hearted manner, said, “Well then, I must meet your boyfriend. I enjoy the game. Don’t worry; I have no interest in whisking him away. I’d just like to chat about the game with him.”

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Eileen just smiled. “Jacob, you’re jesting. He’s younger and doesn’t share your wealth. You’d be at odds. There’s no need for you two to meet.”

Jacob couldn’t resist a tease. “Seems you’re quick to shield him. It’s amusing how a mere mention of your boyfriend stirs you up. You’re like Vivian.”

her only retort, polite yet firm in her

got hooked on years back. We were pretty good until it became mainstream. Given Eileen’s boyfriend developed it, why not let

picture of nonchalance, his gaze briefly touching

recognized her predicament. Having offended Bryan was her mistake. Despite his unilateral decision to block Huey, he still tried

Jacob. Her actions were swift. Bryan lifted his brow in a muted reaction,

“Once he’s added me, I’ll start a group chat. It’ll be interesting to see his skill in the

With a courteous nod to the group, she excused herself. “You guys continue without me; I need

in, his voice laced with confusion and frustration. “Why was I blocked? What’s the issue? You haven’t even met me,

the phone pressing into her pale fingers, her mind racing. With a polite gesture to some

air of superiority. “Didn’t someone just add me on WhatsApp? He said he was a loyal fan of my game. The gifts from

an acquaintance of my boss. He’s quite wealthy. He doesn’t need

knew well that Jacob and the others were indifferent to Huey’s virtual offerings,

his words. His speech was cut short by an interruption from his side. “The

attempts at hushing him, to no avail. “Need to go, my mom’s calling,” he hastily told

She was about to leave when she noticed Kian guiding Vivian her way. From her secluded spot, Eileen watched as an invisible observer

remember you’re still navigating

“Didn’t I remind him when he used to hold

fully capable of making my own choices. You needn’t fret over

resolute. Kian looked at Vivian, his expression softening. He comforted her with a gentle pat on

in their private moment, had no desire to intrude. Yet their proximity left her with no choice but to wait in

her presence long ago. “Ms.

I had no such intention. I was here first, and it was just that your positioning barred my exit.” Around

his gaze. “You have a boyfriend now. Should I expect wedding bells soon? When will you two get

on your side. It’s wise to consider marriage.