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.”

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

want to keep it from me?” Ruby glared at

was aware that Bailee had been upset that day, clearly because of Huey, but she was clueless about the details. She gently patted Eileen’s arm

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

she spoke, Ruby snorted and

manage our own problems. We know you’re concerned, but we’d rather you not worry about us. If she isn’t ready to talk, just give her time.” Eileen chuckled, wrapping her arm around Ruby’s

feels when Gabriela grows up and starts keeping things from you.”

words quickly

would be in the same situation with her own daughter in the

like I don’t know anything. I trust Gabriela will be able to

and hiding things made her feel

paying attention,

vanished. I think his mom might have pushed him into dating someone

had sent several messages to Huey without receiving any replies, and his phone had been turned off when

to do about it, but she trusted that Huey wasn’t

to end things or pushed him into dating someone else, I believe he would have let

things from Bailee to avoid upsetting her, but he typically

for a moment, then suggested, “Maybe he’s at a closed training session at the

not getting any younger. Time is valuable. If things aren’t right, you should find him and sort

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

her wait

hired the secretary directly, bypassing the

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

diaper, and tucked her into a cozy sleep sack. The nearly three-month-old looked beautiful with her larger sparkling eyes and soft, rosy cheeks. Her tiny hands

her fists was

startling Gabriela. Eileen quickly grabbed the phone from the nightstand

Bryan’s voice sounded slightly surprised as he blew out a

Gabriela, who had calmed down and resumed playing. Eileen let out a relieved sigh and lay on

down,

the first time she had

She swiftly covered the phone’s microphone and pressed her lips together as she watched her

noise?” Bryan still heard

just the TV! I’m getting ready

how you’re planning to deal with the news that’s been circulating online,”

had given him, but he was concerned about any potential

intend to do anything about it. The press has been praising me, and it benefits my public image. If you’re not okay with it, I can have Freguson Group’s PR team

retorted. “Do you think I can’t handle some

had called to ask her

you become stupid after our kiss?” Bryan teased,

Eileen felt resigned.