Silly Bride novel (Winnie and Xavier)

Winnie, without any hesitation, inquired further, “But what? Just spit it out.”

Lisanne’s brows creased. “After giving it some thought, I realize I might need Prince Andrew’s help to resolve this matter. Given that I need someone to shield me from the pressure, Prince Andrew—a member of the royal family—is undoubtedly the best candidate.

“As for the person who’s dying to see me leave, he’s actually a rival of mine in the research center and also a fellow mentee. Ever since we worked together under the same boss, he began to covet my research topics and results.

“Back then, he kept hinting to me to include his name on my thesis even though he made zero contributions. Obviously, I rejected him as there was no way I was going to reward him for doing nothing, but that was the genesis of his grudge toward me.

“Now that I have tendered my resignation, it’s natural that I want to take my research papers and results with me. However, he protested against it by claiming that he had completed the research together with me. He told me that I was free to leave but had to leave the research data to him, either that or add his name to my thesis.

“Considering how despicable he is, I would rather destroy my research data than leave it to him. But now, I’ve changed my mind. I have instead decided to share two of my theses with Prince Andrew’s girlfriend. Doing so would help her put her foot in the door of the research center.

“Now that I’m looking to quit and Professor Houlter has passed away abruptly, the research center is suddenly short-handed. Also, Prince Andrew’s presence will help facilitate my resignation too. In the event my rival gives me any trouble, the prince would naturally have my back. After all, his girlfriend is the one taking over my role, and it makes no sense for him to sit idly by when she’s being attacked by someone else. Anyway, this is what I have in mind, and it feels like a win-win scenario. So, what do you think?”

Winnie gave the matter deep thought. “I think it’s feasible, but have you thought it through? Do you really want to share your theses with someone else? Those are, after all, the fruits of your research!”

“Yes, I’ve made up my mind.” Lisanne’s tone was firm. “For the sake of returning to Chanaea, this is certainly worth it.”

“Fine. I’ll find a way to talk to Prince Andrew about this. Just wait for my update.”

“Great!” After breathing a sigh of relief, Lisanne opened the menu and prepared to order a slice of cake.

“I finally have some appetite,” she remarked before asking Winnie. “I’ll order one for you too, Winnie. How about a mousse cake?”

this done, the better. After finishing this cup of coffee, I’m

then. I hope you’ll

to share the credit for her theses would

result, the matter was

Winnie had contributed significant effort to the matter, she was still someone within Xavier’s network. Hence, he stopped

made preparations to return to

her impression of Yartran was utterly ruined. Therefore, she didn’t even

Yartran one day. Thus, she bought the house out of her own pocket and planned

her furniture behind. All that was left was to receive a confirmation of her resignation from the research

Lisanne’s schedule that Winnie brought Xavier over to

thank her. Secondly, Winnie wanted to introduce Xavier to Lisanne, who was, after all, a close friend of

her concerns resolved, Lisanne—feeling much at ease—broke into a vibrant smile at the sight of Winnie and

invited both of them to play some board

the game and had to leave early,

back before commenting, “He looks better in person than in the pictures. From what you’ve told me before, he does feel like someone you can spend the

after pondering briefly. “To be honest, we’re not currently planning for it due to the

young, so there’s no hurry at all. Having said that, what about the physical evaluation your brother is supposed to give him? Is he in the right condition to do

about it. Luckily, being the reasonable person he is, he has postponed it indefinitely and will probably forget about it with time. Anyway, enough about me. What about you? Do you have

well aware that I’ve been so engrossed in my research

cheeks red? You’re blushing, aren’t you? That’s why you’re

not!” Lisanne insisted stubbornly. “I just