Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 1322:

She knew the true orchestrator had been her biological father.

As Roderick’s visit drew to a close, Eileen walked him to the door.

Outside stood a small, black car—clearly second-hand but serviceable. Roderick grinned, a hint of pride in his voice. “Winter’s too cold. I was worried about the baby getting chilled, so I bought this. It may be a bit old, but it does the job.”

Eileen patted the vehicle. “That’s good,” she said approvingly. “Once Christmas is over, I’ll go and visit you. You should close the restaurant for a few days and enjoy the holiday. Will you be staying in Onaland for Christmas?”

“Yeah,” Roderick answered, already buckling his seatbelt as the engine sputtered to life, the low rumble filling the air.

Eileen stood on the curb, watching Roderick drive away, her emotions swirling.

back inside. Ruby greeted

to the supermarket soon.” Eileen’s eyes followed the energetic Gabriela as she scampered up

quickly tucked something into her pocket. “What are you hiding?” Eileen asked, holding out her hand

You guys are busy preparing for Christmas, right? You should go ahead and do your thing.

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voice—a regret that, after thirty long years of

Curtis family,” Eileen said softly, sitting down beside Leyla and gently wrapping her arm around Leyla’s. “But this isn’t about them—it’s about Roderick. He’s younger than me, and he’s always been kind to me. Sure, his parents aren’t exactly great, but they did take me in. If it weren’t for them, someone else would’ve taken me anyway. Don’t let

defending the Curtis family or Denise; she just didn’t want Leyla to carry the weight of a grudge that would only hurt her

tears. “I know,” she said, her voice thick with emotion. “But my heart just can’t seem to let go. Your mom waited over twenty years in vain, leaving

escaped, rolling down Leyla’s

least my mother’s waiting wasn’t entirely in vain; it wasn’t for nothing. Please, don’t be sad anymore. After Christmas, you can stay here in Onaland. Bryan and I will return to Alverton