Silly Bride novel (Winnie and Xavier)

Jacinta had actually ended that call long before Winnie got home and was deliberately putting up an act for the latter now.

“What are you doing?” Winnie asked as she stared at the strings on the bed. “I made quite a lot of noise when opening the door, but you were too focused that you didn’t hear me.”

Jacinta pointed at the bundles of cash that she had tied up. “I was busy counting the money I withdrew from the bank earlier. I’m tying them into bundles so it’ll be easier for Rach and her father to distribute them. They’re very busy people, so I wanted to make things easier for them.”

Sitting down beside her grandmother, Winnie said, “If Mr. Zimmerman would find this difficult, then you’re probably asking the wrong people for help. Besides, we don’t know much about the situation in the village. Not everyone is equally poor, so I think it’s best if you let Mr. Zimmerman decide how he’ll distribute the money.”

Jacinta froze. “What? Does this mean my efforts were in vain?”

“Not at all! It’s easier to manage the cash when it’s tied up in neat bundles. By the way, did you know that you’re my greatest role model when it comes to charity? You adopted my mom and took great care of me for so many years. You looked after us even though we weren’t connected to you by blood. I’ve always aspired to become as kind as you, Granny!” Winnie replied with a smile.

She then wrapped her arms around Jacinta’s and nuzzled against the older woman’s shoulder like she did when she was younger.

Jacinta shot her a glance and patted her on the head.

“You’re a good girl, Winnie. Seeing you all grown up and successful makes me really proud, but…”

She paused halfway through her sentence.

Curious as to what Jacinta was going to say, Winnie looked up at her and asked, “But what, Granny?”

Jacinta frowned deeply as she replied, “Of all the men you could’ve picked, why did it have to be Xavier? He’s not a good man.”

“Granny…” Winnie let out a huge sigh and let go of Jacinta’s arm. “Why do you hate Xavier so much? He’s not a bad person! How about you tell me what exactly you hate about him? List it all out, and I’ll have him change accordingly.”

“Winnie, are you picking a fight with me right now? There are some things that I can’t quite explain, okay? I just feel that you two aren’t suitable for each other!” Jacinta exclaimed with a frown when she noticed Winnie losing her patience.

Displeased with Jacinta’s unreasonable behavior, Winnie stood up and said firmly, “Xavier and I are a married couple, and nothing is going to change that fact. You may not think he’s the right one for me, but I believe he is. He has always treated you with the utmost respect, so I think you should try to accept him. Putting aside all the things he has done for me, let’s talk about what he has done for you instead. Remember when he suffered from memory loss? He couldn’t even remember me at the time. He had tons of stuff to take care of after regaining his memories, and yet, he never forgot about you. He even offered to help you look for your grandson! Meanwhile, I’ve been so busy that I nearly forgot about that. All I’m asking is for you to give him a fair chance, Granny. He’s now my husband, and you are one of the most important people in my life. I would really appreciate it if you could treat him a little better. You’ll just make things difficult for me if you keep hating on him.”

This wasn’t the first time Jacinta had objected to Winnie’s relationship with Xavier, but it was the first time Winnie had stood her ground so firmly.

Jacinta was well aware of how savage Winnie was toward outsiders, but the latter had always been an obedient granddaughter at home.

This time, however, a wedge had clearly been driven between them.

Winnie knew what she said was a little over the line, but there was no way to take it all back. That was especially the case as everything she said was true.

a deep breath and continued in a much gentler tone, “Please take some time to think about what I

stood up and said, “Winnie, tell Xavier he can stop

Granny, are you doing this because

had high hopes in finding my grandson, to begin with. Given how our attempts to search for him have been fruitless after so long, I’d say the chances of us finding him are little to none. Perhaps the clues I have were wrong

you’ve been searching for so long, Granny. Are you sure you want to give up

grandson? Tell Xavier I’m done searching. Honestly, I had a sudden realization after hearing what you said. If you two are happy together, then how I feel about him doesn’t matter. It’s clear that fate does not want me to reunite with my grandson, so I shall give up on searching for him. If he is alive in this world, then I hope he will find a kind family to live with. You, on

that sound so convincing that Winnie believed

with Xavier anymore?” Winnie asked with

is you getting hurt by Xavier, but I know you’re a tough and capable woman. Even if he does end up hurting you, I have faith that you’ll be able to rise stronger than before. You

a hug. “Xavier, too, wishes

my dislike for

apology from an elder like you. I’m just glad you’re okay with him now!” Winnie said with

tell him to stop looking for my

Winnie respected her decision. “All right. We’ll stop

a

reasons for wanting Xavier to stop the search, but giving up on her grandson wasn’t one

she had already figured out her grandson’s true identity after

been onto me since the fire at the Fairchild residence. On top of that, he probably found out about me withdrawing money from the bank as well. Xavier might discover my secretive past if he continues the investigation. That would definitely spell

Winnie followed Jacinta’s instructions and

little unusual, her behavior toward him hadn’t changed all

still maintained a somewhat cold attitude around him, which was considered normal for

Dumbo because she’s genuinely trying to change, or is she simply putting up

about Jacinta’s intentions, he didn’t dare let his guard down and

even went as far as checking her call history and daily

that, three days

that Jacinta was leaving the house, but it came

and Rachel off as

it would be more comfortable and convenient to travel by plane, Michael and Rachel were originally going to take a flight home. However,

was a day before their original return

of his assistant, so he wasn’t the slightest bit surprised when he heard about it. As everything seemed to make perfect sense, he didn’t think there was anything wrong

was shocked when she found out about

to Sebastian’s house when she got a

the sudden change? Old Mr. Xander and I have a very important appointment today, so I can’t

fine. I’ll let Rach know when I see her later. They know you’re busy, so I’m sure they’ll understand,” Jacinta