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 Ruby gently

three engaged in pleasant conversation and later took

the afternoon, Eileen went to the Clarkson family’s house

you ever

trying to pressure me into marriage? Even Eileen

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

have someone search for a suitable match for you

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

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

room, Ruby’s expression

surprised to find Bryan at the

the afternoon sunlight pouring in through the French

scanned over Eileen as she entered the

Eileen arrived, Harlan promptly stood up. “Ms. Curtis, Aaron is waiting for you

of thought, Eileen greeted

putting out his cigarette. He

at Harlan. “I’ll go

way up the stairs, clutching

were deeply absorbed in their business discussion. Bryan’s

effort to see her for days, and

relationship really end like

Curtis!” Aaron called

to the study had been left open. It looked like Aaron had been waiting for her arrival

begin.” Collecting herself, Eileen laid down the files and started

that covered almost one hundred square meters,

the twenty-minute break, she ventured into the library in search of a similar

with a wide array of books. The narrow space

the end of one shelf, she noticed Bryan deeply engrossed

called out, furrowing her brow and stopping a short distance away from him. “You’re still

slightly, returning the book

Clarkson invited me to dinner. I’m just here to kill

staying for dinner. Her intention

turning to continue her search for the

on her through

with a glossy red hue, and

kissed

where Eileen stood. “What book are you looking

about chemistry theory,”

row of shelves. His voice,

approached Bryan, studying him as he scanned the bookshelf

plans after your grandmother’s birthday party?

in the

for a moment before he

then a weighty silence enveloped

distant point. After a long silence, he suddenly asked, “Considering you won’t be

casual question landed like a heavy

Eileen replied,