Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 77

Chapter 77:

“Dr. White, did Eileen just come to pay my medical bills?” Ruby asked as she sat down across from Emilio, her smile both kind and inwardly anxious.

Emilio sighed and said, “Yes, she transferred another four hundred thousand dollars to your hospital account.”

Ruby’s heart fluttered at the mention of the amount. She knew Eileen must have worked tirelessly to gather such a significant sum.

“Dr. White, I’d like to switch back to the medication I was on before. But please don’t tell Eileen. Let her keep the money in my account. It will help her when I’m gone,” Ruby requested.

Emilio sighed again. “I understand your concern, but you’ve been placed on this new experimental treatment. Switching back might not be as effective and could deteriorate your condition.”

Ruby paused, absorbing his words, then asked, “How much longer can I expect to live if I go back to using the previous medication?”

“It depends,” Emilio answered, showing her two fingers. “Likely no more than two years, maybe just one.”

Ruby bit her lip, pondering the reality of having potentially only one year.

Emilio then moved to sit closer to Ruby, speaking with gentle earnestness. “Eileen deeply cares about you. It would cause her sorrow to discover later that you did this without her knowing.”

Ruby smiled. There was a mixture of understanding and resignation crossing her features. “I get it, but I can’t let myself be a burden to her any longer.”

With determination, she inhaled deeply and said, “One year is a lot. I’ve fought this illness on and off for six years. If it’s my time, I won’t resist.”

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Emilio watched Ruby, torn. Though it wasn’t illegal to change a patient’s medication at their request, the ethical implications troubled him.

What if Eileen wanted to use more of her resources to extend Ruby’s life?

As Emilio grappled with these thoughts, his phone rang.

He excused himself and left the room to take the call.

Left alone, Ruby’s eyes welled with tears, and her lips quivered faintly, reflecting the weight of her decision.

A few minutes later, Emilio returned to the room, visibly happy. “There’s no need to switch your medication now. I’ve just been informed by the administration that your medication costs have been reverted to the trial period rates.”

“Then, how much will it be?” Ruby inquired, apprehension in her voice.

“It will cost two hundred thousand dollars a month,” Emilio replied.

This amount was still considerably higher than her previous medication, and it was within the trial period’s pricing. Ruby believed there was a possibility the price could go higher again.

Despite this news, Ruby remained resolute. “Dr. White, please proceed with my earlier request. I will sign for the medication expenses myself. Please ensure this remains confidential from my daughter.”

Her tone was firm, signaling her determination and making it clear that she would not be easily dissuaded if Emilio objected.

The morning sun broke across the horizon, casting its rays on Eileen’s face. Her eyelids fluttered open, revealing bloodshot eyes from a night devoid of sleep.

She looked exhausted.

the entire night on the sofa, sleepless, Eileen’s mind was filled with thoughts of her memories

presented Bryan with the document later

the reminder that she had secured the necessary funds. Although Bryan didn’t have any feelings for her, there had been

sense of satisfaction,

her

fingers, which had turned white from gripping the portfolio

was Bryan, asking her to collect

hand,

days, yet it still carried the distinct scent of Bryan, a reminder of

shades of black and gray, reflecting his stern and distant

up the stairs to the second floor with caution and pushed open the door to Bryan’s bedroom. The bedding

struck her: this might be her last

identity was exposed, it was possible she would never get the opportunity to speak with Bryan

resolving herself for what was to come,

the computer desk and sat down in the chair he frequently used. Her thoughts flowed

inside a book on

suit and left for

her

in Bryan’s top-floor office,

knocking, to which Vivian voiced her

you usually knock before entering, Eileen?” Vivian

greeted, noting Vivian’s casual attire and assuming she was here for work. “I’m here to bring

was stopped by Kian, who gently reminded her, “Vivian, remember why we’re here today. Let’s avoid any unnecessary conflict.” Heeding Kian’s advice, Vivian paused, then returned to her seat, her eyes momentarily resting on Eileen’s

suit,” Bryan said from the

lounge, placed the suit

catching

walked over to where Vivian and Kian were seated, setting it down on the tea table

about my wife and the divorce agreement. You can

skipped a beat, her eyes locked on the Kraft paper bag resting on the tea table. Was Bryan really leaving

lower lip, watching Vivian reach eagerly for

started to unfold the documents, but she was holding the bag wrong, revealing only the back of the information and a

of woman Bryan’s grandmother has chosen for him?” Vivian muttered, her fingers gripping the corner of the photo, ready to pull it out. Her actions were abruptly halted by the office door swinging open, and the butler

to the floor. Simultaneously,

illuminate it. From her angle, Eileen could just make out the

photo to conceal it, her attention sharply

about to turn seventy, she had entered the room with vibrant energy. Her gray hair was neatly styled into a bun at

chain hung from her gold-rimmed glasses, draping over her shoulder. She was dressed in a

her age, her eyes held a cunning sharpness. She walked up to Bryan and slapped the back

antics forced me to travel abroad!”

half-expected Stella might hit him, so he had subtly bowed his head to make the move

Although she had encountered Stella numerous times,

had previously traveled extensively to avoid Vivian, but now, she

her poise, Vivian quickly stood up and moved towards

see you, Mrs. Dawson. When I visited two days ago, you weren’t around,” Vivian

tone was unusually respectful