Chapter 289
Chapter 289:
Helena replayed what had just happened in her mind and sighed, her expression one of bewilderment. “I’m just as confused as you! Without assistance, I couldn’t have reached Alden’s floor. He’s behaving oddly—something’s definitely wrong p>
Since Eleanino had his hearing aid, Alden had no choice but to call her over. The moment he clipped the device back on, a sigh escaped him. With a glance at Eleanino, he murmured, “I’d like some peace p>
A fleeting shadow crossed Eleanino’s face—quick as a blink—but she covered it with a practiced smile and nodded. Without a word, she slipped quietly out the door.
She had barely turned the corner when a young man in a baseball cap emerged from the shadows and spoke in a low voice. “Miss Haynes, Helena just met with Dorian. They were cautious, moving somewhere out of sight. I couldn’t catch a word. Now they’ve left together p>
“I see.” Eleanino’s eyes narrowed, the warmth in them vanishing for a second. Her voice was cool as she continued, “Keep following Helena. Do not lose her p>
That evening, while Alden sat down for dinner, Eleanino returned—again, uninvited.
He had not thought much of her frequent visits before. But after Helena’s recent comment about people starting to misunderstand his relationship with Eleanino, he had begun to draw a line.
He glanced at her, his voice calm and deliberate. “I am in the hospital now. The company rests entirely on your shoulders. You have enough on your plate.
There is no need for you to stay here and keep me company p>
“You have always helped me,” she replied gently, setting down a tray.
She carefully picked out his favorite dishes, laying them on his plate like a ritual. “How could I just stand by when you need someone?” Her soft attentiveness only made Alden tense.
He respected Eleanino deeply. They had weathered storms together—years of teamwork that had shaped a bond stronger than mere friendship. But it was not family, either. It lived in some quiet, in-between place.
His heart belonged to Nyno. That much had never changed. No matter the passing years or the empty title of Helena as his wife, he would never allow anything romantic to develop—not with Helena, and certainly not with Eleanino.
“I do not need anyone to stay with me,” Alden said flatly. He paused, then added, “If you are really concerned, ask Dorian to come instead p>
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Eleanino hesitated. Her voice dragged a little before she answered, “Dorian, he p>
Alden looked at her steadily. “What about him p>
She bit her lip, then spoke slowly. “He is our friend. I have no reason to doubt him. But lately, he has been involved with Helena’s best friend. And he is no longer at Star Wish Investments. If he finds out what is going on with you… Helena will know within minutes p>
Alden frowned. She pushed forward while the doubt still lingered in his eyes. “Dorian is a good man. But he has always had a soft spot for women. He is not always careful p>
And that much was true. Dorian’s past had its fair share of scandal—mostly involving women and the messes they left behind.