Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 51

Chapter 51:

“Benjamin took you there to negotiate the contract, but he didn’t even enter the room, leaving you alone with them. That wasn’t business; it was putting you in a difficult situation,” Eileen said.

Bailee’s belief about the waiter only highlighted her naivety.

Bailee’s face tightened as she contemplated her next words. After a pause, she said, “Eileen, I promise to protect myself. If I can earn such a high salary just by drinking a little, I think it’s worth it.”

She didn’t want Eileen to bear all the hardship alone. Compared to what Eileen had endured with Bryan, drinking a bit seemed minor.

“What if I hadn’t been there yesterday? Have you thought about what might have happened?” Eileen asked.

Bailee was at a loss for words.

Eileen continued, “This was just a warning from Kian; he informed me of your location beforehand. But if this happens again, he will not give me the opportunity to rescue you.”

She was gently suggesting that it might be safer for Bailee to leave the Warren Group.

She felt a twinge of guilt; after all, Bailee was targeted because of her. Her expression grew troubled, reflecting the complexity of her emotions.

Bailee exhaled deeply, then smiled. “Eileen, don’t be upset. I can resign. I never really liked the Warren Group anyway. It’s just a shame to lose such a high salary. But it’s okay!”

For a moment, Eileen considered the possibility of bringing Bailee to work at the Apex Group. However, she quickly shelved the idea, knowing she might need to leave Apex Group at any moment.

Bailee added, “It’s all my fault. I didn’t think everything through at the start. I was focused solely on the high salary at the Warren Group. But if I end up making less after I switch jobs, don’t be upset if I start asking you for money!”

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Bailee was trying to lighten the mood and alleviate some of Eileen’s guilt.

Eileen chuckled, touched by Bailee’s words. “Well, the contract was signed yesterday, so I don’t think they’ll give you too much trouble if you resign now. Let’s go; I’ll drive you there.”

Eileen drove Bailee to the Warren Group. She waited until she saw Bailee safely enter the building before leaving. Then she headed to the Apex Group. Eileen needed the meeting record from the previous night for an assessment, but Vivian hadn’t arrived yet, so Eileen went directly to Bryan’s office to retrieve it.

As soon as she entered, a strong arm wrapped around her waist. The familiar scent of Bryan filled her senses. Her back was pressed against his chest, and before she could turn around, he kissed her earlobe.

She involuntarily tensed up. “You didn’t go home last night?” she asked.

“I couldn’t wait to see you,” Bryan replied passionately, his words making Eileen’s thoughts whirl.

She had resolved just days ago to keep a distance from him, but all her efforts seemed to melt away under his touch.

around her waist slightly, then let go, his expression tinged

her gaze, worried he might see the longing in her eyes ignited by his kiss. It would

can decide on a

didn’t take long for Bryan to see that

aback by his offer, Eileen asked, “Why would you help us? Aren’t you concerned that Miss Warren might be

raised similar questions before

was no different. Instead of answering her directly, Bryan simply stated, “It’s a

principle. Given that Eileen worked for him, he felt a degree of

Eileen understood this. She wasn’t entirely pleased

herself enveloped in his tenderness. The frequent

her mind. Should she have a serious talk with him, telling him everything? Even though Vivian was his beloved, she was the one who

her slightly. Her eyes, hazy with emotion, met

narrowed eyes. He said nothing, but his kisses persistently urged

romance filled the air of the room. The morning sunlight streamed through

lounge. Eileen followed, her ears still red but now hidden by the strands

record. Noticing his furrowed brows and the stern set of his features, she

at her. “Do you still want your job or not?” he

fading. She quickly turned and left

sitting absentmindedly at her desk. The sound of the door caught Vivian’s attention, and she looked up

sharply, “Why are

meeting notes,” Eileen responded and started

“Why would it take

She had been waiting for a long time.

a bitch! Do you really think I can’t do anything about

it; it’s Bryan,” Eileen replied, preferring not to engage further with Vivian’s accusations. She brushed

teeth, Vivian watched Eileen walk away. At that moment, her phone rang on her desk. She

recoil

about Eileen being alone with Bryan, as admitting that

my father’s company anniversary, and he would like Mr. Dawson to attend. Can you help me with it?”

be able to

to secure

didn’t know why the schedule for the evening had abruptly changed; Bryan was now slated to attend the Beckett

to Bryan’s schedule. By five o’clock, she was downstairs,

emerged alongside Bryan. Eileen stepped out, opened the car door for them, and watched

closing the door, Eileen got back behind the wheel and started the car, the sound of

a picturesque lakeside spot in the western suburbs. Though all guests were business

atmosphere was cheerful. Guests clustered in small groups, engaging in lively conversations over