Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 76 Chapter 76: Eileen, overwhelmed with panic, struggled to mask her emotions.

She found herself speechless.

Despite three years of marriage, she had never once considered asking Bryan for financial support.

However, practically, all the money she had used for Ruby's treatment and purchasing cars and houses had cfrom Bryan.

Who would buy the idea that she hadn't intentionally approached Bryan? Eileen said, “Mr. Dawson, given that she never sought anything from you, I assyou were satisfied with the arrangement. Once we're back in Onaland, I'll draft a divorce agreement. What are your thoughts?" She couldn't conceal it any longer. She couldn't admit to him that, as his special assistant, she couldn't even uncover the identity of his wife.

Sending the divorce papers was her plea for him not to complicate matters.

Bryan, for sinexplicable reason, was agitated. Adjusting his tie, he gazed at her. "Fine. Give her twenty million dollars, just like before." Twenty million was a considerable sum, which moved Eileen.

If she left Bryan, she would receive twenty million dollars upfront. At least for the next two years, she wouldn't have to worry about Ruby's medical expenses.

Though her mouth was filled with dessert now, she couldn't taste its sweetness.

As the afternoon banquet concluded, Maney led Bryan and the others to go horseback riding.

Behind Rose Manor lay a vast expanse of green grass, where several white horses roamed freely.

Bryan, clad in a navy blue riding suit that accentuated his broad shoulders and slender waist, wore a black helmet and white gloves.

His tall figure towered slightly over Maney.

Kristi couldn't help but say, "Eileen, you're truly lucky to be with such a man." Eileen instinctively smiled and replied, "Yes, I consider myself fortunate." Even though her involvement with Bryan had started unintentionally, without him, she would have faced challenging circumstances over the past few years.

"How did you two get together? Who made the move?" Kristi asked curiously.

Kristi always had the impression that Bryan wouldn't be the one to pursue a relationship first, but she hadn't thought that Eileen would make the first move either.

After a moment of contemplation, Eileen replied, “Circumstances brought us together, and both of us have been rather passive in this situation." Kristi didn't quite grasp Eileen's meaning and simply blinked in response.

Eileen added, "You could say we got married before we fell in love." She tucked her hair behind her ears, her gaze reflecting the sparkling lake nearby.

Eileen's beauty didn't escape Bryan's occasional glances as he rode his horse not far away.

Noticing this, Kristi couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle. "I've heard of many arranged marriages. They don't always lead to happy endings, but you and Bryan are fortunate because you genuinely love each other." "Fortunate. Love." These wonderful words and Kristi's genuine praise made Eileen feel like she was living in a dream.

Eileen basked in the satisfaction of this dream and simply nodded, “Yes, I consider myself very fortunate." "It's dull with nothing to do. How about we play a game?" Kristi took out two dice and placed them in front of Eileen.

Eileen frowned and admitted, "I don't know how to play with dice." Understanding, Kristi enthusiastically explained the rules. It was a simple game: whoever rolled the higher number would win, and the winner could make a request.

Eileen won the first round.

She said, "Mrs. Hamilton, I hope that the collaboration between Mr. Hamilton and Apex Group remains strong, no matter what happens in the future." The Rose Wine Manor possessed a notable portion of the wine market, and Apex Group had placed great significance on their collaboration.

If she and Bryan were to part ways, according to Maney's rules, their collaboration would undoubtedly be affected.

Eileen's words left Kristi momentarily stunned. "Why did you say that? Has something happened between you and Bryan?" she asked.

Eileen chuckled and shook her head, "Nothing has happened, but who knows what the future holds?" Kristi looked at Eileen with a hint of confusion, detecting a trace of sadness in Eileen's eyes, albeit subtle. Although it was just a small game, Kristi agreed as she had said before.

As they played more rounds, Eileen found herself at a disadvantage. Kristi had made several requests, all related to Bryan.

Kristi's lively spirit kept them entertained until evening. As the sun began to set, the men leisurely rode their horses back.

Bryan approached their resting spot, holding the reins in hand, and handed his horse over to a servant before removing his gloves.

Eileen approached, and Bryan's arm was gently held by her. She leaned closer for a kiss.

A soft kiss landed on Bryan's cheek, accompanied by a delicate fragrance.

A smile filled Bryan's eyes.

"We played dice, and I lost," Eileen said, her cheeks still flushed from her bold move to kiss him.

Bryan handed the gloves to a servant before turning to pull Eileen into his arms.

Unconcerned with the onlookers, he planted a kiss on her glossy lips. “This is called punishment. You only made a basic effort earlier," he said.

"That's right!" Kristi interjected with a smile, approaching them and linking arms with Maney. She playfully scolded Eileen, "Eileen, you were trying to brushoff earlier!" Maney looked at Kristi affectionately, unable to contain his laughter at her cute face.

Eileen felt resigned. She had just been too shy.

After their lively conversation and laughter, the servants arrived to guide them to dinner at a nearby restaurant. Kristi was enamored with the delicious cuisine and insisted on inviting the local chefs.

She introduced Eileen to a variety of dishes Eileen had never tasted before.

"Eileen, it seems you're not familiar with the local cuisine here. Do you cook at hoften?" Kristi asked. Thinking of her bad cooking skills, Eileen smiled awkwardly and glanced at Bryan.

Bryan calmly remarked, "Her cooking is quite good." Good? Eileen felt a pang of guilt upon hearing this and focused on her meal without lifting her head.

Bryan continued, “I'll have her cook for you another day." "Really?" Kristi's interest piqued. "How about tomorrow morning? Aren't you leaving in the afternoon?" Bryan gazed at Eileen, his expression thoughtful.

Suddenly, he felt a tug on his clothes. Looking down, he saw Eileen's hand tightly grasping the corner of his clothing.

Clearly, Eileen wanted Bryan to drop this topic.

Bryan chuckled. "Maybe another time." "Right, she's not really up for cooking now. Next twe're in Onaland, you can cook for us!" Kristi replied, considerate about Eileen's pregnancy.

Eileen breathed a sigh of relief and shot Bryan a glare, who still wore a smile. She didn't exchange words with him when they retired to their rooms in the evening.

Standing by the French window, Bryan approached her, his hands resting on her slender waist.

Resting his chin on her head, he inhaled her hair's scent.

"My cooking isn't good at all," Eileen suddenly said.

"Indeed. Perhaps you should learn to cook when we go back so you can cook for Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton next time," Bryan replied, his voice deep.

Eileen stepped on his foot slightly. "Is this sform of retaliation against me?" "Of course not." Bryan remained unperturbed. "I'll teach you how to cook once we're back." He would teach her how to cook? Lost in thought, Eileen pictured Bryan bustling about in the kitchen. It felt surreal, like a dream.

But how would he have the chance to teach her to cook if he intended to send her a divorce agreement upon their return? "Okay," Eileen said, taking a deep breath and inhaling his pleasant scent. Turning around, she wrapped her arms around his waist.

Pressing her cheek against his chest, she listened to his steady heartbeat, feeling the bitterness rise within her. "Let's go to bed now. I'm tired," she whispered.

After lying down, Eileen held Bryan tightly, her slender arms enveloping him.

At first, Bryan was taken aback, his body tensing slightly despite their numerous intimate encounters.

After stime, he recognized that this was her true self. His heart softened, and he embraced her tenderly.

At Onaland's airport, Eileen donned a light green windbreaker, her hair tied back in a bun, reverting to her usual cold demeanor.

She followed behind Bryan, who strode ahead with a powerful and icy aura.

After they left the airport and boarded the company's car, Eileen sat beside Bryan.

As the car started moving, Bryan said, "I'm heading to the company to handle sbusiness. You go and investigate that matter." He was referring to the investigation concerning his wife.

"Understood," Eileen replied, her hands unconsciously tightening, gazing out at the passing scenery.

After Bryan entered the Apex Group's office building, Eileen returned hand found her reson the computer.

She updated personal information, printed it out, and placed it in her file bag.

Though her reswas only a few pages, she felt it was heavy.

She also put the divorce agreement she had drafted in her file bag, indicating her acceptance of the twenty million dollars from Bryan.

With Bryan occupied with heavy work went at Apex Group and working overtin the office, Eileen went to the hospital to settle the money she owed from last time. During her visit, she conversed with Ruby, who urged her to marry Huey promptly.

Eileen replied, "Mom, Huey is still young. I believe it's wise to spend more twith him and really get to know him before considering marriage."

"I apologize, Eileen. I'm just concerned about you. I won't h mention it again, I won'Drush you into marriage" Ruby reassured her. She mentioned that she didn't have much tleft, so she asked Eileen to make a plan for herself.

Eileen had originally intended to stay overnight with Ruby, but Ruby m insisted that that Eileen go hand rest, O expressing concern that the hospital wouldn't provide Eileen with proper rest. After Eileen left, Ruby went to see Emilio.