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.

cigarette and was ready to stand when someone else stepped

Zola rose from a corner and

that not only Zola, but also

introduced

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

our staff and thought we’d

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

too, but

do stay,” Zola said, pointing to a vacant seat next to

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

about to speak, she heard Bryan address the young woman beside him in a firm tone, “Miss Myers, please make room for my

and resonant, filled the

face. “So you’re Mr. Dawson’s girlfriend. I

seat Zola had offered Eileen was next to Bernard’s. However, Dora, who had chosen to sit beside Bryan earlier, had made her intentions clear

of Eileen’s identity, Dora couldn’t tear her eyes away from her,

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

seat next to Bryan,

please take good care of Eileen. I’ll head back downstairs now,” Phoebe announced before leaving the

and after a brief, polite exchange

collaborating on a promising project, were keen to attract Bernard’s investment. Although Denzel had initiated the partnership, Bryan’s involvement quickly proved central, with Jacob also

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

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

a modest nod before turning his attention

arrival, Eileen had not spoken to him; her gaze seldom met his, occasionally drifting over to Dora. A thought flickered across Bryan’s mind, and a subtle smile

Curtis, what do you do for a living?”

to students at home,” Eileen replied

moment, then laughed lightly. “Oh, you’re a

remark, she 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 in the room to

at joking,” Denzel chuckled, attempting to diffuse the slight tension. “Bernard’s decision to invest will hinge on the project’s merits, not

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

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

sat calmly beside Bryan.

people. I value

was holding it. His strong, defined fingers gently played with her slender ones

devotion to your family is admirable,” Bryan