Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 42

Chapter 42:

Vivian’s questions struck Eileen directly, yet she didn’t seem overwhelmed. With a slight smile, she responded with ease, “Warren, your kindness was intended for the identity of Dawson’s assistant, not for me. And as Bryan’s assistant, I have done all within my power to assist you. Even if I am not the one who has been intimate with Bryan, as his assistant, it is not my place to divulge his secrets. I owe you no apology. After all, you are not Bryan’s wife.”

In the car, Eileen’s voice rang with clarity and conviction. She held the steering wheel with one hand, turning slightly to face Vivian.

Vivian paused, taking a moment to grasp the implications of Eileen’s words. “You’re distorting the facts! I didn’t—” she began.

“If I were not Bryan’s assistant, would you have considered befriending me?” Eileen cut in before Vivian could finish.

Vivian was taken aback. She glared at Eileen, her teeth clenched in anger. “Do you even deserve to be my friend? I belong to the Warren family! And you? Eileen, you’d do well to keep your distance from Bryan if you understand your place.”

“If Bryan really matters so much to you, why approach me instead of confronting him directly?” Eileen replied, taking a deep breath and rolling down the car window halfway to ease the tension.

The underground parking lot was cold, causing Eileen to wrap her coat more tightly around herself. “You come to me because you know you can’t sway Bryan’s decision. Not even you, with all the prestige of the Warren family, can do that. So, what makes you think I can?”

Eileen’s tone made it unclear whether she was being sarcastic or self-critical. A fleeting sadness appeared in her eyes. She genuinely didn’t understand Bryan’s intentions. Was his interest in her purely physical? She questioned whether she was unfit to be his wife, thus maintaining their secretive bond. Did he plan to conceal her indefinitely?

Vivian said, “I never imagined you’d resort to such cunning tactics. Are you attempting to drive a wedge between Bryan and me by telling me to confront him? You’re shameless! Have you ever scrutinized yourself in the mirror to assess your worthiness for Bryan? Are you aware of the stature of the Dawson family?”

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After a pause, she continued, “Do you presume superiority merely because you’ve been his assistant for a short time? Spare me the absurdities. It’s no wonder you were left adrift after your parents’ separation. If you fail to recognize your station, I’ll make you understand your place in Bryan’s heart!”

Vivian cast a scornful glance at Eileen, exited the vehicle, and hastily entered the elevator, fuming. Raised amidst privilege, she had always been surrounded by the finest life had to offer, doted on by her parents and brother, exuding an inherent grace.

Vivian’s leaving image remained in Eileen’s thoughts, persistent and haunting. Resting in the car, Eileen reclined her head against the seat, staring into the darkness of the parking lot. When her parents got divorced, the way they looked at her was like they were looking at trash. If not for Ruby’s intervention, she would have been destroyed by those looks.

now, the memory caused her heart to ache profoundly. What fault was hers in her parents’ divorce? And what had she done

She inhaled deeply, fighting to alleviate the burden weighing on her

since Vivian’s arrival, yet Eileen was nowhere in sight. Annoyance flickered in him. At that moment, Vivian offered him a glass of vodka. He inquired,

to, likely conversing with her boyfriend over the

his

attention of Kian and Jacob, who paused their

when it swung open. Standing outside was Eileen, her emotions buried deep, her demeanor as calm as

“Mr. Dawson, do

remain silent. Turning, he returned to the sofa and

times, a sense of unease washed over her today. The room’s opulence was on full display, from the glittering array of drinks on the table to the marble

the hospitality offered. The juice here had become a favored treat for her since she had tried it for the first time. Its presence on the table had become a comforting constant since then.

now that I misunderstood you earlier. Please accept my apology. Being new here, there are many things I’m still learning. Let’s not hold any grudges,” Vivian said. Eileen now believed Vivian’s

“Miss Warren, there’s no need for such formality. I’m merely an assistant carrying out my duties. There’s no need for

Vivian, she then placed it back on the table, adding, “I apologize,

lounging with one leg over the other, a cigarette dangling from his lips. The smoke veiled his sharp features, yet

playfully ruffled her hair, and remarked, “Why are you apologizing

to sit next to him, handed her a glass of wine,

approached Eileen with wine in hand, pulling up a chair to join her. “How’s your boyfriend doing? He hasn’t been online

a few days to heal,”

I was puzzled why such an avid gamer was

glances toward Bryan and the Warren siblings, Jacob shifted the topic. “Do you have any hobbies?”

away. After a moment’s thought, she answered, “Work. Earning a

engrossed in work. Despite being heirs, Kian and I find ample leisure time. Bryan, however, only joins us when called upon, never of his own accord. Do you think something might spur

silent, her expression

asked directly, “Is Vivian giving you a