Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 88

Chapter 88:

“I’m fine,” Ruby reassured her, still holding Eileen’s hand. “I’m just not used to the new ward and haven’t been sleeping well. Please don’t bother Dr. White too much; he’s very busy.”

It was at that moment that Eileen understood Ruby’s difficulty adjusting to her new sleeping environment. “In that case, speak to Dr. White about prescribing something to help you relax. He emphasized how crucial it is for you to get sufficient rest for your health,” Eileen said.

“Okay,” Ruby agreed with a gentle smile. “Go get some fruit. We can sit and chat.”

There was an assortment of fruit on the bedside table. Eileen chose Ruby’s favorite and went to wash them.

Ruby breathed a sigh of relief as she stood by the window, eagerly waiting for Bailee’s arrival to alleviate her anxiety.

She had been on edge, nearly revealing something to Eileen in her nervous state.

Looking out the ward window, Ruby spotted the hospital gate. A shiny car pulled up, catching her eye.

Bailee stepped out of the car, joined by Huey. They engaged in lively conversation as they retrieved two boxes of nutritional supplements from the trunk.

Bailee carried the boxes into the hospital while Huey drove away after saying goodbye.

After washing the fruit, Eileen entered the room and noticed Ruby standing by the window, deep in thought.

“Mom,” she called out.

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“Oh, you’re back!” Ruby snapped out of her thoughts, returning to the bed to chat with Eileen, smiling. “How have things been between you and Huey lately?” Ruby asked.

Before entering the ward, Eileen had anticipated Ruby’s inquiry about her relationship with Huey and had already crafted her response. “He’s rather young for me. I don’t believe it’s suitable for us to be involved romantically.”

Ruby’s expression darkened. “Why would you say that? Didn’t he get injured to save you? Weren’t you two on good terms before? Tell me the truth. Is it because…?”

Her voice trailed off, and the ward fell silent.

Confused, Eileen asked, “Because of what?”

“Nothing,” Ruby replied. “I’m just worried about you. Let’s have some fruit?”

Despite Eileen refraining from further probing, she couldn’t overlook Ruby’s palpable concern.

Compelled to reassure Ruby, Eileen said, “Don’t worry, I’m giving it my all. If there’s even a slight chance, I’ll pursue it. But we shouldn’t rush. If being with him isn’t the right path for me, I can’t force it.”

Ruby smiled and stayed silent. Shortly after, Bailee entered the room.

“Ma’am, Eileen, sorry for being late,” Bailee apologized as she placed the nutritional supplements on the bedside table.

Ruby looked at her and asked, “Did you buy the supplements?”

“A friend asked me to bring these as a kind gesture,” Bailee replied.

Ruby maintained a neutral expression as she advised, “It’s best not to accept gifts from others without a valid reason. Remember to conduct yourself appropriately.”

Ruby’s words didn’t seem out of place, as she had often shared such lessons with Eileen and Bailee.

leaned in for a hug, but

three engaged in pleasant conversation and later took a nap

to the Clarkson family’s house to tutor, leaving Bailee in

young anymore? Have you ever considered…?” Ruby suddenly

quickly replied, “No, Mom. Are you trying to pressure me into marriage? Even Eileen isn’t married yet. No need to worry

not? My time is limited. It would mean a great deal to me to see you get married. Both you and Eileen should settle

moment of reflection, she added, “I’ll have someone search for

felt reluctant. She said, “I don’t need that. You can just focus on taking care of

Ruby’s persistence, Bailee quickly excused herself. “I’ll go buy fruit

room, Ruby’s

find Bryan at the

couch, Bryan basked in the afternoon sunlight

composed demeanor, his eyes casually scanned over Eileen

up. “Ms. Curtis, Aaron is waiting for you

of thought, Eileen greeted

rising from his seat and putting out his cigarette.

smiled at Harlan. “I’ll go upstairs

clutching a stack of documents. At

absorbed in their business discussion. Bryan’s indifference

no effort to see her for days, and

relationship really end

Aaron

hurried over, noticing that the door to the study had been left open. It looked like Aaron had been waiting for her arrival

laid down the files and started

great importance on Aaron’s education, as evidenced by the expansive library that covered almost one hundred square

she had forgotten a file. During the twenty-minute break, she ventured into the library in search of a similar

books. The narrow space between the shelves barely allowed for a person to pass

shelf, she noticed

called out, furrowing her brow and stopping a

slightly, returning the book

just here

for dinner, Eileen hadn’t planned on staying for dinner. Her

see,” she replied, turning to continue her search for the book. However, she found herself

fixated on her through the

glowed with a glossy red hue, and her figure radiated a captivating

kissed her

the bookshelf where

about chemistry theory,”

of shelves. His voice,

approached Bryan, studying him as he scanned the bookshelf with his

birthday party? Should I prepare

words reverberated in the quiet

a moment before

a

for the book; instead, his gaze remained steadily focused on a distant point. After a long silence, he suddenly asked, “Considering you won’t be able to get

a heavy blow

replied, “I