Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 27

Chapter 27:

Bailee chimed in swiftly, cutting off any chance for Eileen to refuse. She said to Huey, “You know, Eileen leans towards lighter fare. Find somewhere that fits the bill and text her the details later.”

Huey caught the hint of reluctance from Eileen and quickly nodded in agreement. “Alright, you’ve got plans. Don’t let me hold you up.”

He offered a parting wave and settled into his vehicle. Eileen let out a soft sigh as she slid behind her wheel, and Bailee hopped into the seat beside her, securing her seatbelt before offering a playful smirk.

“We seem like a match. A little young, maybe, but he’s impressive. He’s taken a shine to you, and since Mom introduced him to you, why not give it a try?” Bailee said.

With a gentle rumble, the engine came to life. Eileen peered out at Huey’s departing car and chuckled softly. “Is now really a good time for me to dive into romance?” The question hung in the air, unspoken thoughts of Bryan lingering in Eileen’s mind.

Bailee’s eyes widened in sudden realization. “Are you still tangled up with Bryan? With all the media buzz about him and Vivian, I’m surprised he hasn’t ended things with you.”

The puzzle of Bryan’s intentions was a riddle for Eileen as well. “Maybe, just maybe, he has actually fallen for you?” Bailee speculated.

Eileen’s laugh was light, her gaze filled with mockery. “Are you joking? That’s impossible.”

Bailee was earnest. “No, I’m not! You have everything going for you—beauty, brains, and you’re genuine. Without considering your family background, you’re way better than Vivian.”

“So, you’re pushing me to compete with Vivian for Bryan’s heart? Is that your plan?” Eileen was blunt.

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Bailee hesitated, the weight of her own words settling in. “You know what? Never mind all that. Huey’s a catch, and he’s into you. You can’t miss this opportunity to be with him,” she said.

Eileen just stayed quiet.

Bailee’s youth shone through her words, blind to the tangled web of Eileen’s circumstances. If things with Bryan ended in shambles, Eileen would be left in ruins. What prospects could she possibly hope for after being entangled in such a messy affair?

Inside the hospital’s somber and bustling walls, Eileen’s and Bailee’s presence felt like a burst of sunlight. The ward seemed emptier and more peaceful, with just the trio remaining after a patient transfer.

topic once more. “Mom, you heard from Eileen, right? They’ve kept in touch. What’s the rush?” Bailee chimed in, her tone light. “Eileen’s

eleven, she gently nudged Eileen. “Don’t let

not long ago, and there was

of juice in hand, Eileen surrendered to the digital world, her fingers dancing across

in a corner, his attention fixed on his phone. Jacob fidgeted with his phone beside him, his

It’s awkward for me to be here. Plus, she’s

lingered—an alias he recognized as Eileen’s boyfriend. Bryan’s mind replayed Eileen’s boyfriend’s words: “Eileen,

dismissing the request with

your mind? You’re not

against Jacob’s chair. “Just drop it, will you?”

biting back any retort, and wandered over to the French windows.

juice half-finished, her focus locked on

nudged Bryan gently. “See? Eileen’s the whole package. She’s

Eileen. The light dress she wore played with the sunlight, lending a gentle glow to her features. A mole near her eye stood out against her clear skin, her appearance a picture of softness not seen in her

to marry Eileen, will she

thinking out loud here. And even if you want to, Eileen won’t marry

muffled voice broke through the floral display. “Eileen, hurry! I’ve been hurt by a

only to see Huey grappling with a thorn on his face. Laughter escaped her as she witnessed his

flowers. Don’t read too much into it,” Huey

roses beside her and gestured

close friends. But for Bryan,

Vivian made her entrance, her eyes narrowing

tease. “Fashionably late, aren’t you? Good thing

vacant seat beside him. “Sit,” he

a practiced smile. “You know it’s almost a ritual for me to take my time getting ready. Waiting is

his seat. “I’m starving

like that of old friends. She listened to his

Eileen signaled for the check. Then, she caught sight of Jacob on the upper floor; Jacob’s smile at

one of your colleagues, Eileen? I saw

gaze, spotting not just Jacob but also the