Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 844:

Eileen, reclining under a hospital blanket that hid signs of injury, didn’t let Julio see her obvious wounds. He assumed that Eileen’s leg under the blanket was injured.

“Actually, it’s my hand that’s scalded,” Eileen replied.

Julio was confused. He glanced over at Bryan, who was preoccupied with Gabriela, and realized what was happening. He nodded.

“Ah, I see. Not just the hand, then. Seems Mr. Dawson’s heart is also under the weather. A hospital stay might be what you need.”

His voice carried a teasing undertone that made Eileen’s smile falter.

Dalores, standing by the window, shifted uneasily. Choosing to stay silent with her head lowered, Julio also fell silent, and the atmosphere grew awkward.

to leave. She said, “I should head back now, Eileen. Rest up and let me

the effort,” Eileen replied, her tone reflecting a mix of appreciation and embarrassment over the fuss Bryan had made about her

and headed for the door. As she reached for the handle, she heard Julio say, “Seems like someone’s worry has you shackled to this hospital bed. But you’re alright, so I guess it’s time for me

steps, descending

watched Julio leave the room, the chill from the partly open window bringing a welcome freshness that broke the sterile smell of the hospital. She couldn’t hold back her questions any longer. “Why am I still here,

imagination at galn ovels ;

answered, “Conroy has already called me several times, asking me to go back. Once he contacts

back on the bed, her gaze lost in the sky’s vast

elevator to the first floor, and as soon as she stepped out, she saw Julio standing just outside, apparently having sprinted down the stairs from Eileen’s floor. Frowning, Dalores

I’ll put the past behind us,”

decisions, your divorce—they’re yours to handle. If