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.

his pinky. “Deal. From now

gently pushed his hand away. “Just drop me off at the next

you,” Huey said, pulling out his phone and opening

Huey had mentioned Bryan’s gamer

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 me. Do you have his WhatsApp?”

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

he sent a friend request. “Let’s go! I’ll treat you to a big meal. And from now on, you won’t have to pay when you

bus home. The afternoon sun cast a warm glow 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,

Vivian, always the pampered princess, would continue her happy life under Bryan’s care. Eileen thought her own life would eventually find its way back to tranquility. She reminded herself not to harbor

took a deep breath, allowing the residual ache in her heart to dissolve. She got off the bus, suitcase in hand, and made her way through the short walk to her

was Bailee, amidst

arrived home,” Eileen responded while

is too far from work. I’ve rented a

your address; I’ll be there to help,”

to the Apex Group to pick up her

from pots to

place?” Eileen inquired after they had loaded the car. She tapped

of a modest neighborhood. “I’m rooming with two other girls. It’s a secure

the area, nodded and keyed the address into the GPS. As their conversation

everywhere, but Warren Group offered the best

was evident; she hadn’t anticipated Bailee working for Vivian’s family’s firm. Nonetheless, she offered a smile. “The choice of where to work is yours.

the workforce, shared her wisdom, aiming to shield

Bailee’s new place, it took them several trips to move all

three-bedroom space, modestly decorated. Though her room was the

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,

a single light, Eileen’s loneliness was palpable. She spent time unpacking, then showered, her mind preoccupied with thoughts of

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