“What’s he doing here? How dare he show up here?” Looking utterly displeased, Rufus thundered, “He didn’t even have the courtesy to inform me before coming over, and for that, he’s not welcomed here!”

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.”

right, then. Come back as soon as

message from Xavier. She scanned it quickly before saying to her grandmother, “I have to go now, Granny. It’s windier

windows herself. “I can take care of it. Where did this

Avenport is often affected by typhoons during this season, and it might be slightly

door, Jacinta said, “I got it, so go

Avenport was not a coastal city, it was

was so

quickly spotted Xavier, who was

wind blew. In midst of

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

Winnie and the door. Hence, he had no choice but to take a few steps to the side

pockets, exuding a languid and casual vibe. Nonetheless, his eyes never left the woman

looked exceptionally stunning like the lone moon that hung in the night sky. An

at the man, Winnie could not

she dreamt of her prince charming

that he could make all the

wait long?” asked Winnie as she finally arrived

his posture and lifted a hand to tidy up Winnie’s disheveled

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

them around Xavier’s neck. Looking at his lips, Winnie could not help but wonder if they were as sweet as the rose petals

me? Well, I won’t let you!” After a deep

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

her tone was so sweet that it almost bewitched him. “Tell me, what sort of minx am I?

hand, Xavier uttered in a low voice, “You looked

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

cascaded down her back or her long skirt that swayed

captivating him, getting him

like Winnie did not need to do much. She could

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

of his hands behind her head and used the other to press her against the sweet-smelling flower

the chemistry between the two was all too wonderful

Winnie did not waste

pulling out a blue handkerchief from his pocket and using

using? You don’t have hair ties with

clean.” Xavier knotted the handkerchief as he spoke. “Done. Now, you don’t have to worry about

to think of that, and her

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

“Hubby”, let alone “Dear

I’m afraid that once I call you that, you’ll lose control of yourself, and we won’t

flurry of hurried footsteps came

Fairchild, Old Mr. Fairchild asked

his hands on Winnie’s shoulder,

he took her hand in his own and

and Winnie gathered with

proceeded to

Nate had been kneeling in

and Beatrice—remained seated until they

greet the patriarch of the Fairchild family, while Nate’s older brother,

was facing and continued kneeling as he greeted his

going through the motions when he asked, “Jonathan, Beatrice, what are you two doing?

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