Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 331

Chapter 331:

“Roderick, I think the situation between Eileen and Mr. Dawson is quite complex. Now that she’s back, we should visit her. I’ll take a day off, and you should take leave too. We can have a meal together. Alright, don’t worry, I won’t invite your mother!” Judie’s voice softened as she tried to convince Roderick.

On the other end of the line, Roderick was preoccupied with work and hadn’t kept up with the news online. Eileen had told him she was back, but he hadn’t shared the news with Judie or Denise.

“You make a good point. I’ll reach out to my sister to set up a meeting,” Roderick replied to Judie.

Recalling that Judie had contributed five hundred thousand to help settle Denise’s debt, Roderick felt uncomfortable, as if he might seem ungrateful.

After the call ended, Judie chuckled, amused by a thought.

Ruby soon came across the news online. Even though Bryan’s image was obscured, she recognized him. She was visibly upset the entire afternoon.

In the large apartment, Bailee and Milford sat on the carpet, watching Gabriela as she lay on her back, playfully kicking her plump legs. With the mood so heavy, Milford and Bailee remained quiet.

Every so often, Gabriela would coo or babble, her voice the only sound filling the room.

Eileen descended the stairs and headed directly to the kitchen, stealing a glance at Ruby’s expression.

“Mom, where is Rylie?” Eileen inquired.

“She’s been busy with gatherings with wealthy ladies, playing cards, and preparing for Josue’s matchmaking events,” Ruby replied, continuing her kitchen tasks without looking up.

Eileen turned to retrieve two cans of seasoning from the refrigerator.

“Mom, have you seen the news?” she asked directly.

“Are you upset?”

Eileen’s straightforwardness forced Ruby to be upfront. She set down what she was holding and faced Eileen.

“I know you still have feelings for him. You’ve been through so much together, those emotions run deep. But the Dawson family has hurt you too much. I can’t get over that. You can’t control your heart, and I can’t hold back my anger.”

Indeed, Eileen’s heart was beyond her control. Seeing Bryan would trigger a flood of old memories. She felt a mix of relief at Bryan’s restraint and growing anxiety about the potential consequences of them meeting again.

If he truly desired to rekindle something, she knew she wouldn’t be able to resist.

“Mom, I know you’re worried about me. My relationship with Bryan isn’t easily resolved, especially now with Gabriela involved. But I assure you, any decision I make from now on will protect both Gabriela and me from harm,” Eileen said.

Whether that meant separating permanently or mending things, Eileen wasn’t sure.

After a long silence, Ruby sighed. “I’ve been so caught up with issues these last few days. You’ve always been strong-willed, but I just hope you don’t end up being hurt again. Whatever you decide, I’ll support you.”

this, Eileen looked towards the living room where Bailee was playfully interacting with Gabriela. “What’s going on

Ruby glared

that Bailee had been upset that day, clearly because of Huey, but she was clueless

She knew that revealing the truth would only increase Ruby’s displeasure towards Huey. “Bailee doesn’t want me to say anything. If you really want to

spoke, Ruby snorted

We know you’re concerned, but we’d rather you not worry about us. If she isn’t ready to talk,

you’ll know how it feels when Gabriela grows up and starts keeping things from you.” Ruby’s voice softened as she saw

Ruby’s words quickly dimmed

would be in the same situation with

a pause, she said, “Then I’ll just act like I don’t know anything. I trust

up and hiding things made her

when Ruby wasn’t paying attention, Eileen asked Bailee

think his mom might have pushed him into dating someone else. Maybe he wants to break up with me.” Bailee shrugged, trying

any replies, and his phone

but she trusted that Huey wasn’t the type

end things or pushed him into dating someone

keep certain things from Bailee to avoid upsetting her, but he typically kept her informed about his

suggested, “Maybe he’s at a closed training session at the studio, preparing for

valuable. If things aren’t right, you should find him and

patted Bailee’s shoulder. “It’s not wise to put this off for too long, for both of you.

new secretary will meet you tomorrow morning. I’ll have her wait in the coffee shop near Freguson Group. I’m concerned

had hired the secretary directly, bypassing the

busy day, so rest early,” Eileen advised. “I’m going to put Gabriela to bed

cozy sleep sack. The nearly three-month-old looked beautiful with her larger sparkling eyes and soft, rosy cheeks. Her tiny hands and feet fluttered about, occasionally

night, watching Gabriela play with her fists

phone rang, startling Gabriela. Eileen quickly grabbed the phone from the nightstand and answered it without checking who was

as he blew out a smoke ring, a smile dancing

had calmed down and

down, Gabriela made a

the first time

savor the moment. She swiftly covered the phone’s microphone and pressed her lips

Bryan still heard it. “Where are

the TV! I’m getting ready for bed,” Eileen responded. “What’s the reason

to know how you’re planning to deal

bothered by the labels the media had given him, but he was concerned

hair. She took a deep breath. “I don’t intend to do anything about it. The press has been praising me,

“Do you think I can’t handle some

had called to ask her to

stupid after our kiss?” Bryan teased, chuckling

Eileen felt resigned.