Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 301

Chapter 301:

Eileen’s loose down jacket hid her slightly swollen belly, yet she couldn’t shake the fear of being discovered. She clenched her hands inside her pockets and turned to walk in another direction before Bryan could catch up.

Bryan paused, his hold on the shopping cart briefly loosening as he watched her walk away, his gaze intense. He pressed his lips together, and a brief flash of coldness replaced the complexity in his eyes.

Bailee and Ruby snapped out of their daze and hurried to follow Eileen. They hadn’t expected Eileen to encounter Bryan, especially since she had been avoiding going out for some time. They trailed behind in silence, unsure of what to say.

They didn’t approach Eileen until she became lost in thought and stood still for a long time.

“Eileen, do you like this one?” Ruby followed her gaze to a baby carriage.

“No, Mom. I suddenly have a craving for your home cooking. Let’s pick up some ingredients and head back so that you can make me a meal,” Eileen replied.

Eileen seldom expressed a desire for something specific, so Ruby quickly agreed to buy the ingredients for a home-cooked meal.

At the checkout, the cashier scanned the items Bryan had chosen. Raymond rushed over to collect the purchases and handle the payment.

“Mr. Dawson, Julio’s sudden attempt to take over the Freguson Group has stirred quite a bit of public speculation. Someone could be behind him. The media has been dissecting the Freguson family’s situation and seems to think Julio might very well become our competitor.” Raymond had foreseen the possible challenges, so he immediately briefed Bryan.

He added, “The individual backing Julio is quite mysterious, known for their merciless approach and deep business acumen. We should not take them lightly. Mr. Dawson, do you intend to regain control of the business project from Zola?”

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If Bryan didn’t reclaim the project, the Apex Group stood a high chance of losing it.

After Raymond’s statement, there was silence for a while. Raymond glanced sideways and noticed Bryan had paused at the rest area near the supermarket’s exit.

In the corner of the rest area was a designated smoking zone. Bryan lit a cigarette, slipped a hand into his pocket, and casually watched the checkout area.

“Mr. Dawson?” Raymond was beginning to think Bryan was losing his mind. Sometimes, Bryan would logically weigh the advantages and disadvantages. However, at other times, his judgment seemed flawed. For instance, why choose now to take a smoke break?

Raymond approached Bryan and repeated his concerns.

will be the one to

more than just business; our reputation is at stake. How dare the Freguson Group attempt to snatch our most lucrative

now. If he loses the project, the

all this,” Raymond said, hoping to persuade Bryan, but

with Bailee and

supermarket every day, pretending to shop,

in a low voice, fearful of being overheard by Bryan. Bryan, however, wasn’t paying attention to him at all. He watched Eileen until

discarded his cigarette and watched it extinguish for a

to dominate the headlines for some time. When a business analyst was

as a lawyer. Yet,

when the Freguson Group got involved in the

project and crafted a strategy from Bryan’s perspective. She then forwarded the plan to Julio, who found it flawless. They

numerous media outlets and business moguls. Julio arrived early, flanked by two bodyguards,

between them. Julio took his seat with a nonchalant demeanor, awaiting the

subordinate replied, signaling

minutes later, there was still half an hour until the bidding began. Julio decided to review the plan on his laptop. However, when he

him, and his expression darkened. He cast a suspicious glance at

and then turned his attention

present his plan readily, Julio’s chance to lead the

one of Kaysen’s motives was

the other end of the line, Eileen remained

project would mean they wouldn’t have to worry about the Freguson Group for a long time. However, showing up posed the risk of her identity being revealed. She didn’t fully trust anyone

to come inside. Just drop the laptop off in the parking lot. I’ll leave the car key on the right rear tire. After you place the laptop in the

solution Julio could think

Julio added softly, “It’s alright. I won’t hold it against you if you decide not to come. The fault is

the representatives from Apex Group there?”

composed and distinguished air, alongside Zola, who was smartly dressed.

her, reclined casually in

in half an hour. Stall

bidding venue. The festive season of Christmas had passed. Early spring brought warmth but also gusty winds that stirred the branches. Sunlight filtered through the swaying branches,