Silly Bride novel (Winnie and Xavier)

Despite saying all of that, the elderly man still felt unsatisfied and added, “Tell them to go back to where they came from. I don’t want those eyesores around!”

“But Old Mr. Fairchild,” the butler said in a hushed voice, “They’re already here. Furthermore, I heard that…”

The butler continued whispering into Rufus’ ear, and only then did the latter’s tensed-up expression soften.

Nonetheless, his tone was still ice-cold. “Just let them wait outside for now as this matter requires the agreement of both Xavier and Winnie.”

Xavier and Winnie exchanged glances with one another, feeling taken aback when their names were brought up.

Despite not knowing what was going on and what they were about to face, Xavier gave Winnie a reassuring look and took the initiative to ask his grandfather, “Grandpa, what is it that made you so angry? Does it concern me and Winnie?”

“It has nothing to do with you two. You’re both good kids!” Rufus got increasingly angry while thinking of the predicament they were in. “It’s all because of that cousin of yours, Nate! He knows you’re here, so he’s come to ask for forgiveness.”

A crease appeared between Xavier’s brows. “You knew about it, Grandpa?”

Glancing at his grandson, Rufus retorted, “How can I not? How long are you planning to keep it a secret from me? If it weren’t for your Aunt Beatrice, I’d still be in the dark right now.”

“Nate crossed the line. Last time, we were all fooled by him, and I doubt his apology will be sincere. His tactics are getting increasingly nastier. He clearly wants you to meet a fate that’s worse than death!” he continued.

“Indeed,” said Xavier with a frown. “However, he’s a direct descendent of the Fraser family and Aunt Beatrice’s favorite. Uncle Jonathan also dropped by the office and talked to me about it. Perhaps we can sweep this incident under the rug.”

“What did he say to you? He’s considered your elder, but in the corporate world, the Fairchild family and the Fraser family are two different entities. There’s no reason for us to take the short end of the stick.”

After giving Rufus a slight nod, Xavier reassured him, “Don’t worry, Grandpa. I’m well aware of where to draw the line.”

Keeping one’s personal relationships out of their professional life was something Rufus had taught Xavier since the latter was a young boy. Satisfied with his grandson’s response, the patriarch of the Fairchild family exclaimed, “Good! What did you two discuss? Is it about the gold mine?”

“Yes.” Xavier nodded. “They’ve made a huge compromise.”

“All right. I’ll swing by the company tomorrow. Let me have a look at the proposal then,” said Rufus in a tone laced with content.

“Why don’t I bring it to you? I wouldn’t want you to overexert yourself, Grandpa.”

“It’s fine. Besides, going out every now and then will be good for me.”

Rufus’ words had essentially confirmed his plans to drop by the company the next day.

Once that was settled, he instructed the butler, “You may let them in now.”

As soon as the butler had left, Rufus then called Winnie over with the intention of discussing the latter’s grandmother, Jacinta.

Jacinta had no idea what Nate had done to Xavier. Needless to say, she was not aware of the history between the Fairchild family and the Fraser family either. Hence, Rufus wanted to have her settled down in a separate room.

Winnie understood Rufus’ concerns. Hence, she brought her grandmother to another room.

After making sure Jacinta was comfortable, Winnie proceeded to switch on the TV in the room.

“Granny, why don’t you watch TV? You can go on your phone if none of the shows interest you. I’ll be back in a moment.”

Hearing that, Jacinta furrowed her brows slightly. “This is a matter between the two families. Do you have to be involved in it?”

Winnie’s tone was laced with a hint of seriousness as she explained, “The truth is, Xavier’s illness and everything that happened does concern me. Since I’m here tonight, it’s best if I step up for a bit. Don’t worry, Granny. I’ll be fine.”

then. Come back

her grandmother, “I have to go now, Granny. It’s windier than usual tonight, so I’ll

was whistling outside. Jacinta walked over to shut the windows herself. “I can take care of it. Where did

has come onshore, affecting a couple of coastal cities. Avenport is often affected by typhoons during this season, and it might be

her granddaughter to the door, Jacinta said, “I got it, so go

Avenport was not a coastal city, it was

that particular night was stronger than usual. In fact, it was so strong that Winnie’s hair was all messed up

cloister and quickly spotted Xavier, who

crystal chandeliers embellished the cloister, swinging from side to side as the wind blew. In midst of the darkness of the night, the chandeliers shimmered, casting a warm

that was adorned by fresh flowers. Roses were blooming beautifully during this season and hung right above Winnie’s head as

door. Hence, he had no choice but to take a few steps to the side and leaned against a wall in order to avoid the

and casual vibe. Nonetheless, his eyes

that hung in the night sky. An air of

the man, Winnie could

a little girl, she dreamt of her prince charming

handsome that he could make all

long?” asked Winnie as she finally arrived at his

disheveled hair. After that, he lowered his head

kiss, but of course, Winnie was not about to give him

around Xavier’s neck. Looking at his lips, Winnie could not help

are you planning to leave right after kissing me? Well, I won’t let you!” After

after the kiss, his eyes ablaze with excitement. “You’re such a

into a smile as she gently grazed her finger against the man’s Adam’s apple. As she spoke, her tone was so sweet that it almost bewitched him. “Tell me, what sort of minx am I? The sort of minx that would accidentally suck

voice, “You looked just like a seductress when you made your

sexy and even more so when the faint moonlight cast a gentle

or her long skirt that swayed as she

him, getting him all hot

need to do much. She could

his self-control was wavering, Xavier enveloped the charming woman in an embrace and

and used

air, and the chemistry between

Winnie did not waste

off the petals that had fallen onto Winnie’s hair before pulling out a blue handkerchief from his pocket and using it

You don’t have

it’s clean.” Xavier knotted the handkerchief as he spoke. “Done. Now, you don’t

think of that, and her heart felt warm

thanking me, why don’t you call me ‘Dear Hubby’

think of it, I’ve never addressed him as “Hubby”, let alone “Dear Hubby.” This sudden

head. “No can do! I’m afraid that once I call you that, you’ll lose control of yourself,

flurry of hurried footsteps came from the other side, followed by

Mr. Fairchild asked me to pick you two

shoulder, giving it

his lips, he took her hand in his own and

Winnie gathered

trio then proceeded to the

had

seated

couple quickly stood up to greet the patriarch of the Fairchild family, while Nate’s older brother,

he was facing and continued kneeling as

Nate was kneeling. Hence, he was merely going through the motions when he asked, “Jonathan, Beatrice, what are