Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 39

Chapter 39:

Bryan raised an eyebrow, puzzled by Eileen’s words. Her eyes, indifferent yet filled with stubbornness, made it difficult for him to look elsewhere.

“I mean, I get to see Miss Warren every day now. You must be quite happy,” Eileen said.

Instantly, Bryan’s expression turned sour. It dawned on him that perhaps her dissatisfaction stemmed from not being able to see Huey, the man she fancied, daily. Silence enveloped them as they stood there, facing each other until Judie and Vivian approached from a short distance.

As they drew closer, they could see Eileen and Bryan clearly. The warm, orange glow from the light above bathed Eileen and Bryan, creating a cozy atmosphere. Judie cast a warm glance at Vivian.

Vivian’s expression soured, but she soon composed herself. She smiled and stepped forward. “Bryan, you should really smoke less; it’s not good for you. Plus, we’re here to enjoy dinner together. Stop discussing work issues with Eileen; work can wait,” she said. Following her suggestion, Bryan extinguished his cigarette and disposed of it properly.

“Alright,” he said, then excused himself toward the restroom. The faint scent of tobacco lingered behind him.

“Miss Warren, I’ll go back to the private room,” Eileen said, choosing to leave as well. Their mutual indifference gave Vivian the impression that she had interrupted them.

“Miss Warren, you okay?” Judie approached Vivian, noticing her stillness.

Vivian sniffed before turning her gaze to Judie. “What’s your relationship with Eileen?” she asked.

“She’s my husband’s sister,” Judie replied, blinking in surprise.

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“You must be aware of Eileen’s relationship with Bryan, correct?” Vivian’s tone was light, more curious than accusatory.

Judie hesitated, uncertain. Was Vivian merely guessing, or did she truly know something?

“Don’t lie to me. I’m aware of everything,” Vivian stated firmly. “But it doesn’t bother me that Bryan only sees her as a tool to satisfy his needs.”

Judie inhaled deeply, shocked by Vivian’s calm demeanor.

“My parents disapprove of Bryan and me being together right now, so he’s holding off on intimacy. Once we’re married, Eileen will be out of the picture,” Vivian said, a smug smile crossing her face. She then looked directly at Judie, concern flickering in her eyes. “However, I’m slightly worried Eileen might not want to let go of him.”

could she possibly stand a chance against Miss Warren?” Judie spoke hastily, then immediately regretted her words. She clamped a hand over her mouth, scanning the area to ensure

aback. “Why would you speak of

with Eileen. “Eileen grew up with her stepmother from a

Miss Warren. Her upbringing wasn’t influenced by the most

yet. It wouldn’t be right

criticisms of Eileen at that point, waiting to see Vivian’s response. After all, if Eileen were

topic and head back,” Vivian

restrained herself just in time, Vivian had already gleaned some insight from their exchange. She knew that Judie and

way back to the private room. Though they sat at a distance from each other, their occasional exchanges of glances hinted at

Could you do me a favor and tie up my

paused, placing his fork down. He removed the hair tie from his wrist and placed it

mind helping with it?” Vivian asked, turning so her back faced Bryan, her long black hair

across his face. From the corner of her

seem so

quite the

match for Mr. Dawson,” someone commented as

mood

her lips together in a thin line. Did he truly care about Eileen that much? He wouldn’t even help with her hair, and his face darkened when

the moment to back Vivian and solidify their bond. She continued, “Your expression might lead us to think

comment made everyone pause, sensing that something was off about

Judie, making Judie

media caught wind of Mr. Dawson and Miss Warren’s relationship, stirring up

listening to Eileen’s words, the public relations

and tied her hair on her own. Silence

an early departure, Eileen now decided to stay until the end. Throughout the dinner, Vivian managed to charm everyone. As the group left the hotel,

marriage, it was clear that his estranged wife’s absence over the years did little to deter Vivian’s aspirations to marry him. Thus, Vivian was still seen as the boss’s future wife by those around

them, Eileen was all about her job. Judie, aiming

departed, Eileen approached Bryan. “Mr. Dawson, since you’ve had a drink, do you need me to

haven’t had any alcohol. I’ll drive

her decision, wished them a safe drive. “Alright then, Miss

about to leave. At that moment, a Ferrari pulled up. Kian stepped out, his black trousers