Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 49

Chapter 49:

Eileen suddenly turned to face Kian, whose expression was deceptively calm as if he were making a casual remark. But that was a clear threat.

Kian’s smile was bright as he spoke. “From now on, Vivian will assist you with your tasks. Whenever you find some spare time, I’d like you to focus on training Bailee more. The fewer mistakes she makes, the fewer penalties she’ll face.”

After making his point, Kian glanced at his watch and arched an eyebrow. “You finished your tasks early today, but unfortunately, Bailee won’t be available for any lessons now. She’s gone to the bar with Benjamin to discuss a partnership. She’ll likely go home late.”

Eileen’s voice was strained as she said, “Mr. Warren, you can come to me if you have any dissatisfactions. Bailee is still young.”

The elevator dinged to signal their floor, but neither of them made a move to exit. Kian adjusted his tie and flashed another smile. “What are you worried about? I’ll ensure Bailee is well looked after for your sake. However, bear in mind that Benjamin is known for his—”

How utterly ridiculous! There was no way that Kian wouldn’t be able to control Benjamin Nash, considering that he was Kian’s assistant.

Eileen couldn’t help but respond with a hint of sarcasm, “Well, thank you, Mr. Warren.”

She and Benjamin had been classmates in college, constantly competing and achieving similar grades, earning them the reputation of arch-rivals throughout their college days. After graduation, they lost touch. They both made a name for themselves and became notable figures in the industry.

Eileen turned to leave. She entered her car and immediately dialed Bailee. After a few rings, Bailee answered the call.

“Eileen,” Bailee’s speech was slightly slurred, “Have you eaten yet? It’s so late.”

little past five. It was not typically dinner

the latest updates

me your location—I’m coming to pick you up now,”

background noise on the other end of the line before

the car’s engine and drove towards the south of the city. An hour later, as darkness

had visited this bar twice before with Bryan, choosing the location based on the preferences of the business partners.

entering, Eileen found herself in a loud lobby. The ground floor was alive with deafening music and flickering lights. Women in

crowd and then approached the front desk to ask

we couldn’t find a reservation under Mr. Nash’s name here,” the receptionist said

of the bar and attempted to call Bailee again. She received

search. She made phone calls as she ascended the stairs, peering

Benjamin at the end of the hallway. He was engrossed in his phone. The sound of

the elevator and approached him.

she noticed that Benjamin didn’t smell of alcohol or smoke, suggesting he had not been in the private area where Bailee was. Bailee was probably mingling

question, Benjamin said, “Bailee’s negotiating a contract that could

a question. Which room is she in?” Eileen repeated her question, her tone

as stubborn as ever,” Benjamin said, trying to divert the conversation. “Let me

ask this one more time: where the hell is Bailee?” Eileen

brief pause, Benjamin finally gave

Room 308. She pushed the door open and was immediately hit by a strong smell of alcohol and smoke. Bailee was

looked up as the door opened, but her gaze was unfocused, and she did not seem