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.”

brows. It was just a little past five. It was not typically dinner time yet, and Bailee

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location—I’m coming to pick you

interrupted the conversation, and she could hear the loud background noise on the other end of the

car’s engine and drove towards the south of the city. An hour later, as darkness enveloped the area, she parked at the entrance

bar twice before with Bryan, choosing the location based on the preferences of the business partners. She knew

herself in a loud lobby. The ground floor was alive with deafening music and flickering lights. Women in revealing outfits danced on the

the crowd and then approached the front desk to

a reservation under Mr. Nash’s name here,” the receptionist said apologetically. “You might want to try calling

attempted

ascended the stairs, peering through

at the end of the hallway. He was engrossed in his phone. The sound of the elevator doors opening caught Benjamin’s attention. He glanced up, saw Eileen, and swiftly pocketed

stepped out of the elevator and approached

suggesting he had not

negotiating a contract

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

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

advice. I’ll ask this one more time: where the

Benjamin finally

glanced at the nearby room numbers and walked to Room 308. She pushed the door open and was immediately hit by a strong smell of alcohol and smoke. Bailee was sitting on

gaze was unfocused, and she did not