Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 22

Chapter 22:

Jacob added Eileen to the lively group chat, where Huey was quick to send a message.

“Eileen, stick with me, and I’ll protect you tonight. We’ll take them on together!”

Casting a sidelong look at Bryan, Eileen noted everyone’s preoccupation with their conversations. She was about to dwell on their earlier conversation when Jacob teased, “You’ve got guts for someone so young. Let’s put your skills to the test tonight!”

Vivian replied, “No teasing; Eileen’s boyfriend just wants to protect her in the game. He doesn’t care if he’ll lose or win.”

Kian threw in a playful barb. “Do I hear wedding bells? I’d better start saving for a grand gift for your marriage.”

Huey’s response was prompt. “A wedding would surely call for a celebration with all of you, but it’s up to Eileen.”

The chatter didn’t sit well with Eileen, prompting her to discreetly mute the conversation. After the last note was sung at karaoke, Jacob, buzzing with energy, ushered Eileen toward Bryan’s suite.

They navigated through the space—bathroom to the left, a generous living room ahead, and bedrooms to the right. However, the room felt less spacious with a full gathering convened around the coffee table.

When the clock struck, the gaming session began. Bryan and Kian, with Vivian in tow, formed one team, while Eileen allied with Huey.

Vivian, though not a gaming ace, definitely showed more prowess than Eileen, who quickly became the team’s underperformer, faltering in the initial practice round.

Huey’s encouragement filtered through Jacob’s phone, which was on speaker. “Eileen, put on your headphones and jump on the voice chat. Don’t worry; I’ve got your back.”

𝕄𝕠𝕣𝕖 𝕦𝕡𝕕𝕒𝕥𝕖𝕤 𝕚𝕟 𝕘𝕒𝕝𝕟𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕝𝕤.𝕔𝕠𝕞

That warm-up defeat sparked a competitive blaze in Huey. A player known as Ax had bested him swiftly—Huey was taken aback by the player’s sharp gaming instincts. Determined to redeem himself in the eyes of his team and not let Eileen down, Huey silently pledged to up his game.

As Eileen made to retrieve her headphones, Bryan intercepted her with a pair of Bluetooth earpieces. “Use these. No need to go and grab your own earphones.”

Eileen accepted the device, pairing it with her phone and slipping one earpiece in her ear to join the voice chat, Huey’s voice now a private channel in her ear. They dove into another round, with Eileen following Huey’s lead on strategy.

tactical move to ensure their game plan stayed within the

character, with the enchanting ability to become a nimble deer, was designed to aid her allies. By the fourth level, she had the power to sync with her team, becoming an extension of their

even, with both teams having claimed three eliminations, ramping up the tension.

chance,” Huey said with excitement. “Eileen, flank from the left and scout the

breath hitched, a testament to the moment’s gravity. She adhered to Huey’s plan, and their trap ensnared Vivian effortlessly. Eileen heard

of joy, before

now!” Huey urged, his

her character to safety. Meanwhile, Vivian said to Bryan, “Give them chase.

Eileen followed Huey’s directive. “Stay hidden in the left brush and wait

respond, but Bryan was quicker, circling the bushes

gleam in his eyes, a sly grin playing on his face. A wave of anxiety washed over her—his knowing look suggested he was aware of her hiding

lead. Our team’s got the upper

remained his elusive bane, always one step ahead, much to Huey’s

he scrutinized Bryan’s gaming ID. It felt familiar, but he couldn’t remember where he had seen

the thrill, had palpable enthusiasm even without a personal stake in the

strategy and skill. Bryan’s choice to strike Huey rather than focus on the game’s objectives

founder of the game, you didn’t match my expectations. The

voice. “Wait. ‘Ax’? That’s

Jacob said. “A name that should

“No way! He’s Apex, the legend himself? The man’s a gaming titan! And I’m supposed to beat him? This is wild! Remember how he skyrocketed this game’s popularity with his insane skills? His records still stand! I have to meet him

was pounding from Huey’s fervor. She swiftly removed the earpiece, seeking respite. Her gaze drifted to Bryan, who sat back casually, a sly smile playing on his

spotted a similar Bluetooth earpiece in his ear. It turned out he

a chuckle, activated the speaker. “Why not

suddenly ceased, leaving the room engulfed in

off guard, said, ‘You

her head, Eileen noticed the absence of Huey’s online presence. Then, her phone buzzed

message to my hero, will you? I’ll treat him to dinner

She relayed to

the old days. You know, Eileen, I think your boyfriend owes Bryan

said, “Let’s not get carried away. I’m not familiar with Huey after all. But Eileen could return the favor to me