Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 279

Chapter 279:

At that moment, Denise’s words caused a mixture of shame and anger to wash over Roderick.

“I would never stoop to such disgraceful acts!” Roderick said firmly. “I have too much pride to do such a thing. To think that my own mother’s failings might drag my sister down, a sister I barely grew up with—how could I stoop so low? Listen, if I succeed, we’ll all enjoy the good life together. If not, then we’ll have to endure hardships. But I stand by my word: you two are with me; anyone who dares to mention my sister again will have to leave!”

Denise’s throat tightened, and her face turned red with emotion.

Judie trembled as her mind raced. What was she supposed to do now? Was she going to live a miserable life with Roderick from now on? Or should she just divorce him? Would Eileen really not help Roderick? What if Eileen were to give Roderick money later because she pitied him? Judie was left wondering if she could ever find a man as good as Roderick if she divorced him.

She was in a dilemma and didn’t know what to do.

“Judie, I’m not going to persuade you to stay. But if you choose to, I promise I will clear my mother’s debts within five years and build a wonderful life for us,” Roderick said. He was aware that Judie might not share his willingness to work toward settling his mother’s debts.

He pledged his commitment, aiming to share his future aspirations with Judie and unwilling to let her endure hardships without being fully informed. His promise also served as motivation for himself.

After some thought, Judie said, “I need some time to make a decision. I want to see if you can sort things out with Bagot first. If he says that debt’s going to spiral out of control, and you might never be able to pay it off… I’m not getting any younger. If I agree, I’ll be stuck with this for five years, and I’ll be in my thirties by then…”

“Sure,” Roderick responded, a bit of sadness in his voice, but he understood Judie. “I’ll take Mom back to South Town for now. You can make your decision after I sort things out with Bagot, okay?”

your mind wander

he and Denise left, with Judie

the night. Unbeknownst to Eileen, after she departed, Judie made her way

through the night, the cold seemed to seep into their

Eileen drove to Apex Group to

she encountered Zola just as she finished work. Zola served as the general manager and second in command at Apex

Bryan after work?” Zola asked, holding her handbag as she and Eileen stood in

I was nearby and thought I’d swing

“Yes, I’ve just wrapped up a meeting with

elevator doors parted. Bryan stepped out of the elevator and approached, clad in a black suit beneath a dark blue

you would work overtime tonight?”

was actually surprised to see him this early. Bryan glanced at his watch

forgot about it until she called me again just now, so I had to bring the unfinished work home,” he

softly. “You should have told me about this earlier; I would have reminded

she wants to know is if you’ve handled everything. She’s eager to discuss wedding gifts with you tonight. As long as we go back tonight, she’ll be happy.”

gently reminded him to inform her sooner next time and avoid keeping Stella

quietly, their silhouettes slowly melded into the neon-lit surroundings. Zola stood alone in the lobby, her

wasn’t much time left