Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 116

Chapter 116

Chapter 116:

Bryan noticed Eileen’s discomfort and asked, “What’s wrong? Is there something in the photo I shouldn’t see?”

“No,” Eileen replied, her voice barely above a whisper, the corners of her mouth twitching nervously. “The owner is very busy, and it seems wrong to bother him just to retrieve a photo. Besides, I didn’t look my best in my college days.”

Bryan found it hard to believe that someone as attractive as her wasn’t good-looking back then.

He said casually, “Just interested in seeing how you looked back then.” His tone was nonchalant, leaving Eileen at a loss for words. She could feel her heart pounding. Just then, the waiter arrived with their ordered kebabs, and Eileen quickly changed the subject. “Let’s eat. They won’t taste as good once they get cold.” She thought it might be wise to leave before the owner returned with the photo.

Handing two lamb kebabs to Bryan, she took a bite of another and advised, “Just eat them like this.”

“I don’t often eat, but I certainly know how to,” Bryan responded resignedly. He even called the waiter over to order a bottle of beer.

Eileen watched him then look back. He was so different from his usual self, so carefree and unguarded with his sleeves rolled up. Halfway through their meal, Bryan lit a cigarette. The smoke curled from his thin lips, framing his delicate features in a smoky haze that captivated Eileen. She suddenly thought of the many nights they had spent together. His hand, the one holding the cigarette, had rested on her waist.

Her reverie was shattered by the owner’s loud announcement. “I’ve found the photo! Take a look!”

The owner handed the photo straight to Bryan. Still holding his cigarette, Bryan took the photo and examined it closely. He furrowed his brows deeply.

Eileen held her breath as Bryan’s expression grew serious. He held the photo next to her face, comparing her current features to those in the picture. After a moment, he said slowly, “Indeed, you weren’t as striking as you are now.”

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With a frown, Eileen snatched the photo from him. In it, she stood beside the owner and his wife. The image, several years old and poorly preserved, was somewhat blurry. Because of that, Bryan didn’t recognize her in the photo.

The owner was somewhat embarrassed as he explained, “My wife used to show it to our daughter a lot after she was born. The kid played with it so much that it became quite dirty.”

While looking at Eileen, he added, “She was as attractive then as she is now. It’s just that the photo isn’t very clear.”

smiled gently and responded, “I understand. I was

about their looks seriously. It’s best not to joke about such

“Could I keep this photo? Or maybe I could

Eileen’s objection was

with you. You can give me a copy

When she and Bryan tried to pay the bill, the owner refused to accept their money. Fortunately, Bryan had the

answered a phone call. Eileen caught a snippet of the conversation mentioning “hospital.” Seeing Bryan’s expression darken, Eileen held her

for a moment before saying, “You can go to the Clarkson’s place on your own tomorrow. I have something urgent to

asking no further questions. She thought about how timely Ewan’s purchase of the car for her

together in bed. Perhaps due to the fact that they had been spending too much time together or perhaps due to Bryan’s

early. Eileen got up after that. She washed up with a smile on her face. Despite the passionate night, she was surprisingly energetic. She changed into fresh clothes and drove straight

same hospital where your mother is. Her driver told me she has found out that your mother’s in a

with locating Bailee, Benjamin realized Kian and Vivian were up to no good. Earlier that morning, Vivian’s driver had informed Benjamin that Vivian was now at the same hospital as Ruby. So, he called Eileen to warn her.

she could respond, Benjamin added, “Kian had me find out about Bailee’s whereabouts. They’re making moves. Be careful.”

elevator, Benjamin

Kian inquired, his hands tucked into

took a deep breath before responding, “I’ve learned she’s working at Huey’s

front of the French window, Kian lit a cigarette and began to smoke. He remained silent until he nearly finished

the call with Benjamin, Eileen immediately dialed Bailee’s number. She resolved to pick up Bailee first, then proceed to the hospital together. She needed to be with Bailee until she figured out how to protect her; otherwise, she

mere twenty-minute drive away. Without explaining much to Bailee, Eileen drove

grew anxious. “Eileen,

Bailee, noticing her pale complexion. “I’m concerned someone might

to transfer Ruby to another hospital and

in the VIP wards, with a dozen or so caregivers. However, as the elevator doors opened, Eileen and Bailee were

doctors, nurses, and various hospital staff, Eileen struggled to make

asking you, is Eileen

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