Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 41

Chapter 41:

“Really?” Eileen asked, well aware that Vivian’s strength lay in networking, reminiscent of how Vivian had initially tried to curry favor with her.

“Absolutely. Though Miss Warren is beautiful, lately she has been involved in minor interdepartmental tasks and dealings with Mr. Dawson, where her lack of skill has led to several errors,” the colleague commented, taking a sip of her coffee before adding in a hushed tone. “Between us, everyone still prefers having you liaise with Mr. Dawson. You’ve always been reliable, never making a single error.”

Eileen listened quietly to the gossip, offering no comment.

It seemed Vivian’s approach to winning over colleagues hinged on her social maneuvering, yielding only a facade of respect.

Her inefficiencies were a poorly kept secret, cloaked in whispers yet publicly unchallenged, partly due to the fear of reprisal. But with Bryan’s guidance, Vivian stood a good chance of improvement. Eventually, she could very well step into Eileen’s shoes.

Returning to her desk, Eileen found her workload manageable and began aimlessly browsing her phone. The first thing she saw on her social media feed was a post from Vivian, showcasing a candid shot of Bryan at work, his concentration palpable.

The seriousness displayed in his professional life was starkly different from his more intimate moments with Eileen; both aspects of him were equally irresistible to her. Yet, the sight of Bryan through Vivian’s lens stirred a pang of discomfort in Eileen, her heart sinking with a mix of pain and heaviness. She scrutinized the photo once more, her expression shifting abruptly.

She quickly rose and stepped outside, catching Judie and a few other female colleagues approaching Vivian, documents in hand. It was clear their main intent wasn’t work-related but to engage in conversation with Vivian, who welcomed the chat with open arms.

“Miss Warren, I saw your post on social media. You and Mr. Dawson seem quite close,” one remarked.

“It’s wonderful that Mr. Dawson can keep you company at work. We’re all a bit jealous!” another added.

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Vivian, basking in the praise, replied, “Though he might appear distant, he’s actually very considerate towards me privately. But don’t be too envious; each of you has someone special too.”

Judie, juxtaposing Roderick with Bryan, felt a twinge of longing for a life akin to Vivian’s. It was then that she noticed Eileen, who observed the scene with an icy demeanor.

“Eileen,” Judie whispered under her breath.

With a slight turn of her head, Vivian caught sight of Eileen. “Eileen, are you looking for something?”

“What brings you all here? Run out of tasks to do?” Eileen approached, not wanting to discuss Vivian’s social media post in front of so many people.

their interest deflated. Judie, recognizing Eileen’s authority, tried

composure, stopped Judie and the others. Her demeanor hinted at disdain, as if questioning Eileen’s right to

social media, I’d like you to

scoffed, “Eileen, are you hearing yourself? You’re poking your nose into my affairs now? What does my social media post have to do

in that picture—” Eileen began, only to be cut off

so invested in Miss Warren and Mr. Dawson’s private affairs? If Miss Warren chooses to share something, that’s her prerogative. Your interference might lead others to speculate

though framed as a casual reminder, unmistakably suggested that something was going on between Eileen and Bryan.

a look of satisfaction. “My presence here isn’t solely for work; it’s also to stay close to Bryan

Mr. Dawson than you. Anyone else is merely fantasizing, lacking your standing,” Judie chimed in, layering her flattery with a veneer of guidance towards Eileen. “Eileen, it might be wise to apologize to Miss Warren now. Moving forward, stick to your duties as an assistant and steer

sensing the weight behind the seemingly light remarks. The subtext was thick in the

of their earlier conversation at all. As she contemplated a response, the office door swung

for you to do?”

the absence of a

I don’t know what has gotten into Eileen. Out of the blue, she’s asking me to take down a photo from my social media. I just captured a moment of you looking particularly focused at work and shared it. She may be your assistant, but

a subtle frown as he glanced Eileen’s way, a hint of recognition crossing his features. Retrieving his phone, he quickly browsed through the social media platform, his mood shifting noticeably

to mitigate the tension. “Mr. Dawson, this situation with Miss Curtis may have escalated a bit. Perhaps she’s misplaced her sense of boundaries. Please, let’s

head aside and discreetly rolled her eyes, distancing

sleeve. “Bryan, there’s no need for anger. Eileen’s been a loyal employee for quite some time. If you’re upset, I’m sure we can find a more constructive way to address this without causing distress,” Vivian urged, hoping

gaze shifted, landing sharply on Vivian. “Wasn’t it you who

was aimed at Vivian, leaving her speechless. Beside her, Judie shared

sharply in focus, was indisputably visible. “This is a confidential document

realizing the gravity of her error, hastily began to delete the post from her social media. “Bryan, please don’t be angry. I’m deleting it right now.

to win,” Bryan said, turning to Eileen. “Arrange a meeting with Jaxon and the rest. We’re going to have

Dawson,” Eileen

needs a copy of the employee handbook. We’ll handle any breaches of company policy accordingly,”

sound a figurative slap to Vivian’s pride, her cheeks

turn of events, Judie and the others quickly excused themselves, their earlier reasons for visiting Vivian evidently just a

way to notify Jaxon and the team, she dropped the handbook on Vivian’s desk as a silent reminder of

embarrassment, avoided

proceeded directly to Bryan’s office for a concise discussion about revising the