Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 45

Chapter 45:

Among the invitees was Stella, and she was the VIP guest.

Eileen caught sight of Bryan’s sour expression after he hung up the phone and knew Stella wouldn’t make it. “Is Stella back?” she inquired.

“Yeah,” Bryan said, exhaling deeply. “She returned a few days ago, under wraps. I only found out recently. But then she promptly left again. Mentioned something about needing to.”

Worry etched lines on Bryan’s forehead. Considering Stella’s age, all that traveling didn’t sit right with him. He was genuinely concerned.

Eileen pursed her lips, sensing Bryan’s worry that Stella might be avoiding Vivian. She remained silent for the rest of the ride.

In the quiet afternoon, Roderick headed home for a breather. But no matter how he mulled it over, he couldn’t shake the uneasy feeling gnawing at his heart. Ever since he had known Eileen, she had exuded strength, like she could take on the world solo. Yet, seeing her with swollen eyes at the crack of dawn, skipping breakfast until ten… something must have happened.

Seeing Judie putting on makeup, he queried, “Where are you off to?”

“It’s a friend’s birthday today. I won’t be back for dinner. You’re on your own,” Judie replied, selecting the fanciest dress and shoes from the closet.

“Got it,” Roderick nodded. But he couldn’t resist asking, “Has Eileen been going through a rough patch lately?”

Judie paused, turning to face him. “What do you mean?”

“I delivered breakfast to her this morning, ordered by Mr. Dawson. Saw her with puffy eyes, like she’d been crying. Has she been bullied or something?” Roderick inquired.

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Bullied? But wasn’t it Vivian who got embarrassed yesterday? Judie pursed her lips. No wonder Eileen managed to keep Bryan by her side for so long. Perhaps she had vented to Bryan last night.

“She’s alright. Who in the entire company would dare to bully her?” Judie retorted before leaving.

Roderick pondered for a moment and believed Judie. After all, Eileen was the CEO’s assistant. Who would even dare to bully her?

Could it be Bryan, then?

Roderick furrowed his brow, pondering. Eileen’s relationship with Bryan wasn’t something to boast about. Bryan seemed to be taking advantage of Eileen in this equation, yet he had spent the night at her place. He had even ordered breakfast for her.

for dinner deliveries, Roderick couldn’t quite figure

Warren family. The intricately patterned carpet was

focal point, encircled by a throng of people. Bryan’s entrance injected a new energy into the crowd. Sporting a white shirt without a tie, Bryan exuded an effortless nonchalance. Yet,

attention to Vivian instead.

I bet wedding bells are on the horizon. Though, Bryan’s still got a wife for now. Guess we’ll

tied the knot with that woman just to save face. Vivian was young and naive back then. Now that

to brush off their remarks, standing

with me,” Kian interjected, breaking away from his family and

halted by Kian. “Miss Curtis, we’ve got quite the crowd today, and I could use your help with serving. Could you lend

Bryan met her gaze, his brow furrowing

gift box. “It’s Vivian’s birthday. You ought

“Nina’s been a bit under the weather

You care about Eileen, don’t you?” Kian

none of your concern. I agreed to that one

grabbed the gift box and gave Kian

Just as

stepping inside, she spotted Vivian engrossed in conversation with two women of similar age. Rushing

a smile, waving her

with Vivian. “Your birthday is a must-attend for me. Just got held up

quite impress them. Since when had Vivian started hanging out with folks like

is she here?” Judie asked. She didn’t feel

shrugged nonchalantly. “She came

What’s she doing at a private event with

mention of Eileen looking distressed and teary-eyed, could it be that Eileen had had a spat with Bryan earlier and insisted on

is she referring to the woman who arrived with Mr. Dawson earlier?” Megan Beckett, Vivian’s cousin from her uncle’s side, spoke up. She had noticed Eileen right away because of Eileen’s

nodded, not

nearby was Phoebe Burton, Vivian’s cousin from her aunt’s side. With her short hair and neutral appearance, she

to Vivian’s wishes, given their families’ reliance on the Warrens. Being two years younger and not as quick-witted, Phoebe had found herself overshadowed by Megan, who enjoyed more favor from Vivian. This disparity had led Phoebe to hate such gatherings,

are you feeling jealous that Bryan has such an attractive female assistant?”

a beat to respond, realizing an opportunity to be of use had

and assumed some of Eileen’s duties. Perhaps Eileen is apprehensive about her own position, trying to undermine

fault,” she said, wearing a faint smile as if

But if it could secure Vivian’s support for her at work, she was willing to do