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?”

get this done,

then. I hope you’ll bring

fact that Lisanne was willing to share the credit for

a result, the

was still someone within Xavier’s network.

quickly made preparations to return

Yartran was utterly ruined. Therefore, she didn’t even want to keep

agreed to it, she figured that Lisanne might still return to Yartran one day. Thus, she bought

behind. All that

lull in Lisanne’s schedule that Winnie brought Xavier over to see the

they wanted to thank her. Secondly, Winnie wanted to introduce Xavier to

her concerns resolved, Lisanne—feeling much at ease—broke into a vibrant smile at the sight of Winnie and Xavier before going on to entertain

invited both of

into the

then threw a glance at Xavier’s 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

currently planning for it due to the residual poison in his body. Therefore, now probably isn’t the best

said that, what about the physical evaluation your brother is supposed to give him? Is he

isn’t. That’s why I spoke to Wilhelm again about it. Luckily, being the reasonable person he is, he has postponed it

away. “I’m sure you’re well aware that I’ve been so engrossed

was skeptical. “In that case, why are your cheeks red? You’re blushing, aren’t you? That’s

just