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Chapter 79

Chapter 79:

Standing next to Vivian, Eileen found herself stealing glances at Bryan.

His relaxed posture contrasted with the cool detachment in his eyes, a cigarette casually held between his fingers.

At Stella’s comment, he raised an eyebrow, took a drag, and then snuffed out the cigarette, tossing it into the trash.

Vivian cast a quick, timid look at Bryan and then quickly looked away. “I’ll pick something Bryan likes,” she murmured, her voice barely audible over the din of the gathering.

Eileen, her ears ringing and thoughts swirling, didn’t hear what Vivian had said.

She busied herself with the menu, taking orders and ensuring the waiter was prompt in serving the table. After that, she surveyed the occupants around the circular table before settling into a corner near Bryan, ready for any directions he might give.

Debby said, “Mrs. Dawson, please, at your age, you shouldn’t be bustling about. It would be best for you to stay home. Considering Bryan’s parents live abroad all year, you do have the responsibility of overseeing the Dawson family’s affairs.”

Holding Stella’s hand, she smiled as if cueing Stella to address the topic of Bryan divorcing his wife and marrying Vivian.

Stella, looking over at Bryan, scoffed, “Your point is valid. Without me overseeing things, Bryan might lose his way.”

It seemed she was missing the subtle cues Debby was trying to convey about hastening Vivian’s acceptance into the Dawson family.

Despite Debby’s efforts, Stella skillfully changed the subject each time it veered too close to that sensitive topic.

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Eileen remained on her feet throughout the meal.

“Eileen, come and pour coffee for Mrs. Warren,” Stella called out suddenly.

Eileen quickly approached Bryan, taking the coffee pot nearby.

Their eyes met briefly, causing her to swiftly look away as she moved to Debby’s side to pour the coffee. She then served Fergus and Kian.

Debby noted, “It seems Bryan is quite fond of this assistant of his. She’s always by his side.”

Hearing this, Eileen paused while pouring Kian’s coffee, spilling a few drops. She quickly wiped the mess with a tissue. “Sorry.”

Stella frowned at the mishap. “Really careless. If you upset our guests, it could cost you,” she cautioned.

“Yes, Mrs. Dawson,” Eileen responded quickly, placing the coffee pot down and stepping back.

Stella turned to Debby and explained, “She’s a senior special assistant. Her duties are extensive, and she’s on call day and night. Her salary reflects that. Honestly, her reliability is what I value most. She is always accountable for her errors, and if you’re dissatisfied, you have every right to reprimand her. She wouldn’t dare respond with insolence. That’s a virtue in my book. We’ve had no issues with her over the years. She has been nothing but compliant…”

Her tone was strict as she discussed Eileen, yet she acknowledged her contributions. In fact, she portrayed Eileen as a valuable member of her team.

looked over at Eileen, who stood quietly in the corner,

the esteemed Warren family, seemed less appreciated than Eileen,

meal, the members of the Warren family found themselves puzzled, trying to

The intricate conversations at dinner were more taxing than any physical task. As the evening wrapped

noticed Benjamin standing by the

she greeted him, appreciative

at another car parked across from

“Last time… Thank you for your help. Without it, Jonathan wouldn’t have let me off

expression flickered with confusion, but he quickly smiled. “I didn’t do

been limited to passing on a message to Bryan.

shook her head. “Of course not. You helped out, and I’m

was sincere. Without Benjamin’s intervention, she might have

felt uneasy as he caught the sincerity in Eileen’s eyes, sparking twinges of guilt. He averted his gaze and stepped back. “You should head back now. I’m

down the window to nod at

as he climbed into his

was to drop off Stella at the Dawson Mansion before accompanying Bryan to the

talk with Stella, her demeanor suggesting

aware of the potential repercussions. With a reluctant wavering,

making its way to the Dawson Mansion. The butler was already outside, directing the vehicle

testament to modern architecture,

lawns and the tranquil expanse of a lake, where the breeze created ripples that reflected the blue sky and clouds above. Birds glided over this picturesque

years, Eileen was no stranger to the Dawson Mansion. Each visit

own humble living quarters paled in comparison to even the homes of the

the villa, she parked, and the butler quickly approached to open the door and help

herself beside Bryan and giving Stella a

investigations, I will have no choice but to dismiss her,” Stella declared firmly as she climbed the steps, her voice strong despite her

darkened. “Grandma, what about that woman?

Stella reached the doorway, she spun around, took off a bracelet from her wrist, and flung it at Bryan. “You

moved to protect him, but he quickly stepped in front of her

a

considerable force, and a mark was quickly forming

concern. Bryan shook his head

well. From now on, you are to follow my commands. If he attempts any maneuvers behind my back, you must step in, or

in shocked silence as Stella was led into

let go and turned her attention to the bleeding wound, her mind racing with the gravity of Stella’s

she asked

his head and instinctively touched the wound, grimacing at the pain. “Let’s

two tissues, and pressed them against

Bryan had managed a rough patch-up of his

out of the Dawson Mansion, gliding

at Eileen. “Grandma seems to