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 as soon

saying to her grandmother, “I have to go now, Granny.

over to shut the windows herself. “I can take care of it. Where did

coastal cities. Avenport is often affected

the door, Jacinta said, “I got it, so go on

city, it was often affected by typhoons

stronger than usual. In fact, it was so strong that Winnie’s hair was all messed up the moment she

quickly spotted Xavier, who was standing not too far

swinging from side to side as the wind blew. In midst of the darkness of the

that was adorned by fresh flowers. Roses were blooming beautifully during

a few steps to the

his pockets, exuding a languid and casual vibe. Nonetheless,

that hung in the night sky. An air of mystery and calmness enveloped him, and his eyes were shimmering as if an entire galaxy of stars were trapped in

man, Winnie could not

she was a little girl, she dreamt of her prince charming

so handsome that he could make all the women swoon. Winnie was sure she would not be able to forget him even if a

wait long?” asked Winnie as she finally arrived at his

lifted a hand to tidy up Winnie’s disheveled hair. After that, he lowered his head

kiss, but of course, Winnie was not

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

let you!” After

was still panting after the kiss, his eyes ablaze with

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

Grabbing ahold of her slender hand, Xavier uttered in a low voice, “You looked just like a seductress when you made your way toward

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

down her back or her long skirt that swayed as

getting him all hot

need to do much. She could bewitch Xavier just

wavering, Xavier enveloped the charming woman in

head and used the other to press her against the sweet-smelling

and sweetness filled the air, and the chemistry between the two was all

did not waste

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

piqued her curiosity. “What are you using? You don’t have hair

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

expect him to think of that, and her heart felt warm at the gesture.

of thanking me, why don’t you call me

alone “Dear Hubby.” This

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

speaking, a flurry of hurried footsteps came from the other side,

Fairchild, Old Mr. Fairchild

of his hands on Winnie’s shoulder, giving it two hard squeezes. “Just wait. Don’t

his lips, he took her hand in his

Winnie

trio then proceeded to the living

Nate had been

parents—Jonathan and Beatrice—remained seated

up to greet the patriarch of the Fairchild family, while Nate’s older brother, Kevin, hinted at

changed the direction he was facing and continued kneeling

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