Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 90

Chapter 90:

Eileen’s world shattered into fragments as Roderick’s bombshell words echoed. Her heart raced, and her breath caught in her throat, freezing her in disbelief.

The others all turned to look at her and Bryan, their expressions a mix of shock and curiosity.

Eileen, usually composed, now stood ghostly pale, drained of all color, while Bryan’s countenance darkened with a stormy intensity.

Speech failed them both, leaving the accusation hanging in the air, unanswered. It seemed to everyone that what Roderick had said was true.

Seizing the moment amidst the stunned onlookers, Roderick wriggled free from their grasp, rising to his feet. His eyes met Bryan’s cold gaze.

With an uneasy swallow, Roderick hesitated to confront the looming figure before him. “You… You can’t abandon Eileen like this!”

Bryan’s response was a disdainful snort, his lips curling in a mockery of laughter.

Beside him, Eileen flinched, hearing the grinding of teeth that spoke volumes of Bryan’s suppressed fury.

“And what, pray tell, do you propose?” Bryan’s voice was icy, his words sharp with barely contained wrath.

Stammering, Roderick pressed on, his determination warring with trepidation. “You must compensate her! She has been with you for so many years. What about her future? She—”

“Enough!” Eileen’s interjection was a desperate plea, her frustration reaching a breaking point.

As all eyes turned to her, she felt the weight of their scrutiny, suffocating her with a sense of vulnerability.

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But the worst of all was the indifference of Bryan; his gaze averted, his silence a dagger to her wounded pride.

Eileen cast her gaze downward, unable to bear the potential sarcasm and disdain etched on Bryan’s face.

With trembling resolve, she pushed Roderick toward the door. “Leave!”

“But Eileen, he promised to make it right! You heard him, didn’t you? I can’t just leave you here. What if he goes back on his word once I’m gone?” Roderick’s concern for Eileen’s well-being was evident, especially as he glanced nervously at Bryan’s darkened face.

Turning to the bystanders for support, he shouted, “You all heard him! He said he’d compensate her!”

“Leave now!” Unable to compel him to go, Eileen’s urgency escalated into a shout, her usually composed voice now strained and high-pitched.

Tears streamed down her cheeks, a silent testament to her anguish.

Though she couldn’t see Roderick’s expression, she sensed his retreat, cowed by her resolve.

“Eileen,” his voice wavered, his confusion palpable. “Did I… Did I do wrong? But Judie does have a point. You can’t simply allow him to walk away without compensating her.”

So, it was Judie stirring up trouble once more. Wiping away her tears, Eileen’s tone turned resolute. “I won’t repeat myself! Leave now!”

The escalating commotion had drawn a crowd, prompting someone to call the security guards. The sound of rapid footsteps grew louder as they approached.

his growing displeasure

that he had made a mistake. He exclaimed, “I can’t abandon you, Eileen! I

Bryan’s remark shattered Eileen’s

found him looking utterly strange, as if he were a different person, his eyes cold

in hand, and positioned themselves

defending Roderick, the security guards hesitated, unsure

Dawson…” They all awaited

Bryan stepped forward, whisking Eileen away to

inside, he released his grip on her wrist,

his gaze. As she raised her head,

price. Are

stung, his breath warm against her skin yet sending chills down her spine. Unable to hold back tears, Eileen couldn’t

Bryan said, “I thought you were clever. I never imagined you’d be foolish enough to pull

slid to tightly grip her chin, compelling her to meet his gaze. “What’s your price?” he demanded. “How much do

struggling to find her voice

any of your money. I never even considered it. Roderick was

seemed futile in front of Bryan, who

survive in Onaland after crossing me? Allow me to offer a suggestion. How about becoming my secret lover for life? As long as you satisfy me and behave, I’m willing to keep you indefinitely. I

Bryan’s words washed

grip, and Eileen collapsed at his feet, her long hair obscuring most

pocket and strode toward the French window. With a flick of his lighter, he ignited a cigarette

was his

fell onto the back of her scalded hand,

while, her tearful eyelashes fluttered, and she slowly rose to

further explanation was futile. Bryan wouldn’t listen. Despite the fact that she had been set up by

approached Bryan. She noticed the pile

chain-smoking all this while. He seemed truly mad. If the Warren family

for disappointing you, Mr. Dawson. This is entirely my fault. You

Bryan interjected coldly. He turned, fixing a stern gaze upon her. “You’re suspended for the time being. We’ll discuss your resignation after my

Suspended?

puzzled. She had expected

glanced down, his eyes settling on the blisters of different sizes that marred the back of Eileen’s

lips together tightly before finally

outside,” he commanded, turning

out of his office. A crowd still lingered

by guards. Seeing

You can release him,” Eileen commanded, authority intact despite

guards released Roderick and retreated

her bag from her office amidst curious glances.

chatter. Eileen believed

top floor, it had swiftly circulated throughout the entire building

first floor, the receptionist stole a glance at Eileen from behind her desk. Expressionless, Eileen made her way towards the door with Roderick, Bryan’s icy gaze weighing heavily

Group’s building, Eileen and Roderick were greeted by the sun’s rays, yet an undeniable chill lingered in

sight