Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 181

Chapter 181:

Eileen planned to ignore Benjamin’s message and put her phone away. However, the man beside her made a casual remark that disrupted her thoughts. “You should reply to the message; it’d be rude not to,” Bryan said calmly.

Bryan thought since Eileen had read the message, it would be rude not to reply. Besides, he believed she should know how to respond to that. His demeanor suggested indifference as he adjusted the dishes on the table.

Despite his nonchalant demeanor, his gaze remained fixed on her phone, betraying his underlying interest. It was clear that responding to Benjamin’s message couldn’t be postponed any longer.

The reason Eileen hesitated to reply in front of Bryan was that she didn’t want to tell Benjamin anything about her current relationship with Bryan, wary of any information reaching Kian. It wasn’t rooted in fear but rather in caution; it was wise to tread carefully.

However, omitting any mention of her relationship with Bryan in her reply might not suffice to satisfy him. Eileen cast a glance at Bryan, realizing she had no choice but to respond to Benjamin’s message with him watching. So, she did.

“Seek mutual affection, not just favorable circumstances.” This had always been her guiding principle.

After sending the message, she peeked up, watching Bryan’s reaction. His eyes scanned the screen briefly before he disappeared into the kitchen. Then, he returned, carrying cutlery in silence and taking his seat. Was this his subtle way of saying he was satisfied with Eileen’s reply?

Feeling resigned, Eileen settled down to eat alongside him. Then, a thought struck her. “I’m gearing up for Zola’s test this weekend. I don’t know if I’ll pass,” she said.

“With your skills, you’ll ace it,” Bryan replied, oozing confidence in her abilities.

“Thanks, but I still get nervous thinking about it. I know I’ll have to put in all my efforts in the coming days,” Eileen said. This was her way of saying that she wanted to go to bed earlier in the future, at least not wasting half the morning catching up on sleep like today.

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Bryan paused, his fork suspended in mid-air. With a subtle lift of his eyelids, he said, “Your worry is kind of pointless, don’t you think? Save your thoughts for stuff that actually matters.”

Was he implying that she needed to focus on him instead? Eileen considered his words, then asked with a serious tone, “But considering we’re already together, is it really necessary for me to make extra efforts for you? Seems like it would be a waste of time.”

After all, she wasn’t striving to win his favor, pursue him, or captivate his attention any longer…

Bryan found himself at a loss for words. He knitted his brows together, his dark eyes fixed on Eileen, anger burning within him.

trying to lighten Bryan’s mood. The

they were together, she felt comfortable enough to tease Bryan, revealing more of her true self. Bryan

right after she finished eating. Afterward, she engaged in a lengthy conversation with Phoebe over the phone. Phoebe’s curiosity led her to express a desire to meet up and

busy schedule? Despite Eileen’s reservations, Phoebe decided to pay Eileen a

about wasting time on the test as a jest, assuming he would understand her perspective. However, reality revealed that

quiet due to the poor soundproofing. Yet, Bryan deliberately made

day, perhaps it wouldn’t have required so much effort for him to guide her now. His firm grasp enveloped her soft fingers, creating an unmistakable bond between them. His uncontrolled growls only served

pushing her to the point of exhaustion as he had done the previous night. The next morning, Eileen stood before her wardrobe, holding several scarves

what Bryan had meant that her colleague would believe she had a boyfriend today. She let out a resigned sigh. Fortunately, it was

encountered the neighbor, a couple. Unaware of the woman’s secretive glances at Bryan,

stature and straight posture, radiated an

the elevator doors

look at him? Now look at yourself!” the woman said. The couple had heard the sounds in Eileen’s place late at night. Glancing in the rearview mirror, Eileen caught glimpses of the couple’s glances, feeling a pang of discomfort

becoming increasingly uninhabitable. Even the

Friday today. I’ve got to head to the hospital in the evening,” Eileen stated firmly, her tone leaving no

tonight. Give me a call when you go to

piqued, but Bryan’s expression remained inscrutable,

his mind or he was intentional, Eileen didn’t know. He parked directly in front of the education center, drawing the receptionist’s curious gaze as she craned her neck

told Bryan as she reached for the door handle, preparing

pulling her back. His arm encircled her waist, drawing her closer. The scent of pine emanating from

see your mother?” Bryan asked. Beneath his slightly furrowed brows,

already visited her at the hospital before, right?” Eileen said, recalling Bryan’s previous

responded, “It’s different now.” During their previous visit, their relationship hadn’t been confirmed, and he hadn’t even spoken to her mother. Now, however, with Ruby conscious, it seemed necessary to

informed Bailee and Ruby about her current relationship with Bryan. Besides, she hadn’t quite figured out how to broach the subject. She said, “Give me a bit more time.

stress levels. With Ruby’s inability to vocalize her thoughts, Eileen feared that any additional tension

clouded with thought, but eventually, he relented,

a sigh of relief, appreciating his understanding. Sensing Bryan’s reluctance to part, she blushed but said, “I’m going to be late for