Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 221

Chapter 221:

The restaurant had a lovely ambiance, and the hallway was nearly empty. Eileen and Phoebe, who had been dining on the first floor, headed upstairs. A waiter approached them quickly.

“Hello, how can I assist you two?” he asked.

Phoebe smiled warmly. “We saw a friend and wanted to say hi,” she explained.

The waiter raised an eyebrow, glancing at the nearly empty hallway. It was clear their friend had to be in one of the private rooms.

“I’m sorry,” the waiter replied. “But our private rooms on the second floor are strictly reserved. We can’t let anyone in without permission. Maybe you can ask your friend to come downstairs to see you?”

Eileen tugged at Phoebe’s arm. “Let’s leave,” she whispered.

Even if Bryan was indeed up there, he was probably there for work.

“Alright, we’re leaving.” Phoebe didn’t argue and turned to go.

After a few steps, Eileen felt Phoebe’s grip on her arm loosen. Without turning around, she heard Phoebe yelp and stumble.

Phoebe had accidentally opened the door to a private room, catching herself by grabbing the door frame. Inside, smoke hung in the air as people chatted and drank. The man at the head of the table, with dark eyes and a cigarette in his hand, looked over at them.

His black shirt gave him a charming appearance. His relaxed posture tensed slightly when he made eye contact with Eileen through the open door.

Next to him, a young woman in her twenties, dressed in a light dress that gave her an innocent look, was dabbing a wet spot on his chest with a napkin. The sudden opening of the door startled her, causing the napkin to fall from her hands.

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Phoebe quickly spoke up, “Sorry, I lost my balance. Oh, isn’t this Mr. Dawson? What a pleasant surprise!”

The waiter’s mouth twitched. A pleasant surprise? Clearly, what Phoebe had done was intentional.

“Apologies, everyone; they…” The waiter hesitated, glancing uneasily at the assembled guests in the private room.

Phoebe’s mention of Bryan had made the others realize she was there for him, prompting them to subtly signal the waiter to leave.

“Do you know them, Mr. Dawson?” the young woman next to Bryan asked, withdrawing her hand cautiously.

his cigarette and was ready to stand when someone else stepped in

you doing here?” Zola rose from a corner and

that not only Zola, but also Denzel, Jacob, and several

introduced Eileen

by Phoebe’s impulsiveness but couldn’t shake off a twinge of discomfort at seeing the young woman beside Bryan.

with our staff and thought we’d say hello. We’ll leave

pulled into the room by Phoebe. “Look, Mr. Dawson didn’t bring his assistant today. You should stay and await his instructions.

stay too, but

a vacant seat next to her. “You can

She wondered if he felt guilty. His silence made her

about to speak, she heard Bryan address the young woman beside him in a firm tone,

voice, clear and resonant, filled

face. “So you’re Mr. Dawson’s girlfriend. I apologize for the impoliteness,” he hurriedly said. “Dora, come

Bernard’s. However, Dora, who had chosen to sit

Dora couldn’t tear her eyes away

from Phoebe toward Bryan’s direction. Bryan’s introduction had left her blushing, making her wonder

to Bryan, Eileen avoided

I’ll head back downstairs

and after a brief, polite exchange with Bernard, the table’s focus returned

Bernard’s investment. Although Denzel had initiated the

as their discussion unfolded, it became clear that Bryan was not merely riding on his family’s influence. In fact, it

conversation, Bryan made sure to keep Eileen’s plate filled with her favorite food. Noticing this, Bernard smiled warmly. “Mr. Dawson, you’re indeed exceptional. You’re not only proficient in your career but also a considerate man. Miss Curtis is very fortunate to have

nod

gaze seldom met his, occasionally drifting over to Dora. A thought flickered

you do

providing lessons to students at home,” Eileen replied

you’re a tutor? I thought you came from

leaned closer to Bernard and added, “Dad, we should invest in Mr. Dawson’s project. He seems very promising.” Her voice was loud enough for everyone

to diffuse the slight tension. “Bernard’s decision to invest

based on

the mood. “Dora, you’re still young, and your father needs to be cautious

settled on Eileen, who sat calmly beside Bryan. She seemed unbothered by

daughter has a keen eye for people. I value her insights,” Bernard said, casting a

strong, defined fingers gently played with her slender ones while his steady gaze remained focused on

your family is admirable,” Bryan remarked. “I value