Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 25

Chapter 25:

Eileen glanced at the time. It was already two in the afternoon. She replied, “I’m not really hungry. Let’s forget about lunch. But we do need to talk. We’re not suitable for each other. If you don’t mind, we can be friends.”

Huey seemed to ponder for a moment and then spoke with a hint of meaning. “Do you have someone you like?”

Taken aback, Eileen struggled to find her words. Huey continued, “If you do, why haven’t you told your family? Why let them set you up on blind dates?”

His words came as an accusation, suggesting Eileen was deceiving him and wasting his time.

Lost for words, Eileen pondered before responding. “Whether I like someone or not is irrelevant to our compatibility. Your mother is aware of my family’s situation. My mother is ill and requires extensive financial support. Aside from a decent education, I can bring other assets to the table. Plus, I am older than you. Someone of your standing could easily find a more suitable match.”

“My mom really likes you,” Huey interjected, nearly causing Eileen to choke. She believed she had never met Huey’s mother before.

Noticing her confusion, Huey quickly explained, “You’re known as a golden assistant in our industry. My mom thinks I lack the necessary skills and need someone to steer me right. She believes you’re the one who can handle me.”

Eileen grasped his meaning but felt somewhat resigned. Huey continued, “If I can’t win you over, my mom might revoke my gaming privileges. Let’s try this without calling it dating and see how it goes. What do you think?”

Eileen was hesitant and prepared to reject his offer. Suddenly, her phone rang. It was Ruby calling.

As soon as Eileen answered the call, Ruby showered her with questions and concerns. “Eileen, are you coming back this afternoon? Have you arranged to meet the man I mentioned? You mustn’t miss this chance. He’s the best prospect I could find.” Ruby’s tone was a mix of caution and insistence.

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Though Huey was about the same age as Eileen, Ruby had recommended him to her because Eileen had been financially supporting her medical treatments for years.

Aware that Ruby would keep setting her up with potential suitors if she declined, Eileen reconsidered Huey’s suggestion. “Don’t worry. We’ve met. Whether it turns into anything more, well, that’s in the hands of fate,” she said to Ruby.

On the other end, Ruby paused and then expressed her happiness. “That’s wonderful! Then you two have a good talk. I’ll hang up now. You must be tired from the trip. No need to visit the hospital tonight. I’m fine.” She added a few more words of concern before ending the call.

Eileen looked up to find Huey grinning in the driver’s seat. She made herself clear, saying, “We’ll just get to know each other. Nothing more.” She wanted to avoid further confusion, especially when explaining the situation to Ruby later. She also had concerns that Huey might hope for more than she was willing to give.

pinky. “Deal. From

his hand away. “Just drop me off at

out his phone and opening

when Huey had mentioned Bryan’s gamer ID. “Yeah,”

you introduce me to him? I really admire him. He’s the reason I kept playing the game. I’ve tried adding him as a friend several times, but he’s been ignoring

reservations about Huey getting too close to Bryan, yet she found it hard to ignore Huey’s earnest request. Reluctantly,

as he sent a friend request. “Let’s go! I’ll treat you to a big

through the bus window, enveloping Eileen in its warmth. The cacophony of the city buzzed around her, but Bryan’s words lingered in her mind: “Before that, I must protect you. That’s

life under Bryan’s care. Eileen thought her own life would eventually find its way back to tranquility. She reminded herself not

a deep breath, allowing the residual ache in her heart to dissolve.

was Bailee, amidst a backdrop of noise. “Eileen, are you back in Onaland

I’ve just arrived home,”

place is too far from work. I’ve rented a place closer to work, but I’ve got

me your address; I’ll be there to help,”

location, Eileen quickly left her house. She boarded a bus to the Apex Group to pick up her cat, arriving at Bailee’s place an

to pans, underscoring her culinary skills and frugality. She didn’t want

your new place?” Eileen inquired after they had loaded the car. She tapped on the navigation app, ready to set

shared the name of a modest neighborhood. “I’m

and keyed the address into the GPS. As their conversation flowed, Eileen asked, “So, which company

dropping to a whisper. “I applied everywhere, but Warren Group

anticipated Bailee working for Vivian’s family’s firm. Nonetheless, she offered a smile. “The choice of where to work

of the workforce, shared her wisdom, aiming to shield Bailee from unnecessary workplace

new place, it took them

new apartment. Bailee’s new home was a three-bedroom space, modestly decorated. Though her room was the smallest, it was bathed in sunlight, making

into evening. She considered cooking, but Eileen stopped her. “Let’s not cook tonight. I’ll treat you to dinner—a little celebration for landing the job,” Eileen said, leading the way. After dinner, they stopped by the

loneliness was palpable. She spent time unpacking, then

was fitful, filled with dreams where Bryan returned to hold her close. Awakening to find herself alone, a sense