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.

was ready to stand when someone

Phoebe, what are you doing here?” Zola rose from a corner and approached

Eileen notice that not only Zola, but also Denzel,

friends, Mr. Myers,” Zola introduced Eileen and Phoebe, her words intentionally

discomfort at seeing the

disturb you all. We were just downstairs dining with our staff and thought we’d say hello. We’ll leave now,”

Phoebe. “Look, Mr. Dawson didn’t bring

considered suggesting that Phoebe stay too, but knowing her

Zola said, pointing to a vacant seat next to her. “You can sit

who hadn’t said a word since her arrival. She wondered if he felt guilty. His silence made her think he probably

address the young woman beside him in a

clear and resonant,

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

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

identity, Dora couldn’t tear her eyes away from her, reluctantly moving

Phoebe toward Bryan’s direction. Bryan’s introduction had left

her seat next to Bryan, Eileen avoided making

Eileen. I’ll head back downstairs now,” Phoebe

for Eileen, and after a brief, polite exchange

Denzel had initiated the partnership, Bryan’s involvement quickly proved

conversation, Bernard primarily engaged with Bryan, his voice tinged with respect and admiration. Initially, Bernard had admired Bryan for being part of the Dawson family, but as their discussion unfolded, it became clear that Bryan was not merely riding on his family’s influence.

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

giving a modest nod before turning his attention back to

him; her gaze seldom met his, occasionally drifting over to Dora. A

do you do for a living?”

a tutor, providing lessons to students at

paused for a moment, then laughed lightly. “Oh, you’re a tutor? I

remark, she leaned closer to Bernard and added, “Dad, we should invest in Mr. Dawson’s project. He seems very promising.”

chuckled, attempting to diffuse the slight tension. “Bernard’s decision to invest will

replied, “I tend to make judgments based on the person, and my

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

calmly beside Bryan. She seemed unbothered by Dora’s

people. I value her insights,” Bernard said, casting a

holding it. His strong, defined fingers

Myers, your devotion to your family is admirable,” Bryan remarked. “I value Eileen’s insights in a similar