Silly Bride novel (Winnie and Xavier)

“Yes. Zyon and the others got themself involved in that stuff and could drag Fairchild Corporation into this mess,” Winnie agreed. She then shot Xavier an amused glance and said, “Back when Yulissa wrongly accused me of breaking her emerald bracelet at Lagune Mansion, you sided with her. I thought you were a lovestruck idiot. I wondered how you managed to run Fairchild Corporation when you’re not even that smart.”

“What about now?” Xavier took her hand and asked, “Do you still think I’m a lovestruck idiot?”

Winnie shook her head. “No. Back on the boat, you tore open my bulletproof vest and told the kidnapper you put two bombs on me. That was when I knew you’re a scoundrel who treats women badly.”

Xavier was staring at her with an expression halfway between exasperated and amusement. “The bombs were fake. I didn’t know you were ‘Paulina.’ If I knew, I wouldn’t have allowed you to risk your life with me.”

“Too late. It has already happened. No one saw that coming,” Winnie huffed. “That is one thing I admire about you, though. You’re fearless in the face of danger and adapt to the situation well.”

“That’s it?” Xavier lifted Winnie’s hand and pressed a kiss to the back of her hand.

“When you disappeared, I drove my car and plane and climbed mountains. I ate nothing for a few days and searched everywhere for you. I didn’t even go to work at Fairchild Corporation. Don’t you know what I did for you?” Xavier sounded frustrated as he gazed at her intently.

That was the first time Winnie had ever seen him acting this way. It felt like seeing a wolf turning into a loyal dog that was wagging its tail gently.

“Well, I’ve heard a little about it, but I was also told that you were with Yulissa all the while. No one knows what’s going on in your mind.”

“Do you know now, then?” Xavier brought her hand and placed it on his chest. “I wasn’t lying to you. Dumbo, I don’t need to lie to you.”

Winnie parted her lips to say something, but before she could utter a word, Xavier interjected, “I know what you want to say. It depends on my performance, right? Time will reveal a person’s heart. As long as you stay with me, time will prove that I’m sincere.”

Winnie had nothing else to say. Right then, Xavier’s phone rang.

It was a new phone, and he did not manage to sync his contacts yet, so the screen showed the caller’s number instead of the caller ID.

recognized the number at once. “It’s Louis. You should answer

need.” Xavier shot her a surprised look. “You memorized Louis’

not know why, but she suddenly had the urge to

photographic memory, I guess. It’s quite annoying sometimes, for

She’s obviously showing off her skills.

hair,

he took his phone and answered

“What is it?”

ill and has been admitted to the hospital. Zyon’s family has been talking to Old Mr. Fairchild’s lawyer these few days, and I think it’s related to his will. Do you want to come back and see Old Mr.

frowned. “Before I get back, assign someone to keep an eye on him twenty-four seven. Aside from Josiah’s medical staff, no one else is allowed to come near him. Also, inform my father about this.

Xavier ended the call. Rufus was a

“Grandpa’s heart is ailing, so I wanted to play along with Zyon. I failed to consider Grandpa’s

and robust, so I believe he’ll be fine. Why don’t you give him a call or pay him

“No. If I return now, things will take a turn for the worse. Why don’t

“Me? Dumbo Winnie?”

come pick you up. Tell Grandpa

showed up to pick Winnie

the morning

she could visit Rufus

greet her once she stepped into

to see Winnie safe

but Xavier, his driver, and his bodyguard knew that Winnie was putting up an act, so Josiah

once-over in the elevator, Josiah commented, “I can’t believe he found you. Dumbo, why did