Silly Bride novel (Winnie and Xavier)

Nathaniel was feeling bored when he received Gator’s message. Instantly, he was

invigorated. He replied immediately: Of course. I can never reject an invitation from Ms.

Gator, but this jackpot you’re talking about, which family is it? Winnie answered: Garland

Group of Avenport, Chanaea. You can run a background check on it. I’ll send the report

and proposal to your mailbox. Let me know your answer once you’ve considered it.

Nathaniel typed: Okay. I’ll give you an answer as soon as possible. After working together

for so many years, Nathaniel’s interest in Gator didn’t dim even the slightest. Ever since

he heard Gator’s voice the last time and knew about her gender, he got even more

interested in her. Nathaniel added: Oh right, didn’t I joke about going to Chanaea to

expand my business the last time? I have a schoolmate I’m close to in Avenport. Since

you’re also in Avenport, should we meet up? Meet up? Winnie had never planned to meet

up with Nathaniel ever. She replied: Sorry. I don’t talk about my personal life when I’m

working. I’ll wait for your news. She immediately signed out after sending the message.

Nathaniel, who was on the other end, felt resigned when he saw that Gator’s profile

picture dimmed. I never had a woman reject me before. Gator is way too mysterious and

attractive. It had been three days since Xavier last returned to the mansion. One of the

reasons was that he had just taken back the reins for Fairchild Corporation, so he had a lot

on his plate. It was easier if he stayed at the condominium in the city center. As he

thought about the other reason, he released his grip on the mouse and rubbed the spot

between his brows. I would often recall that night when Dumbo had her arm and leg over

me. I thought it would be better to stay away from her for a while, but I miss her more

when she isn’t in my sight. For example, when I saw a dessert in a restaurant or a Peppa

Pig toy at the supermarket, thoughts of her would come to my mind. I kept telling myself

what I felt for her wasn’t the love between a man and a woman. Nonetheless, I’m

Dumbo’s husband in name, so I should at least fulfill my duty by asking about her welfare

since she’s all alone in the mansion. However, when he picked up his phone to call Winnie,

he got a call from Rufus. “Hello, Granddad.” “I heard you haven’t returned to Lagune

Mansion for three days and had been staying near the office. Is that true, Xavier?” “Yes,

Granddad. It’s more convenient for me to handle work-related affairs.” “Good. I feel

assured leaving the ropes of the company to you, but you should take good care of your

health since you’ve only recovered recently. Don’t save a little only to lose a lot.” “Got it,

Granddad. I’ll take care of myself.” “Then, come over for dinner tonight.” It would take

about an hour to travel from Fairchild Corporation to the Fairchild residence, not to

mention that one hour would double if there was traffic along the way. As such, Xavier

didn’t want to go. “Let me take a raincheck, Granddad. I have another meeting later.”

However, Rufus was adamant about it. “Postpone it and come over earlier. I had the chef

make your favorite dishes.” “But, Granddad…” “Winnie is here too.” Xavier was shocked.

“What is she doing there?” Right then, he heard Winnie ask in a sweet voice on the other

end of the line, “Grandpa Rufus, why did you call for me? Do you want to play Ludo with

me?” “All right. I’ll play it with you in a minute,” Rufus replied. Ignoring Xavier’s question,

he demanded, “Don’t be late.” Then, he ended the call. Even after he put down his phone,

Xavier was still preoccupied with speculations about the reason Rufus had invited Winnie

there. Why did Granddad fetch Dumbo to the Fairchild residence? It’s only five in the

evening now. There’s still an hour left before I can get off work. With a frown, Xavier

turned off his computer in the end and reached for his coat before leaving the CEO’s

office. Meanwhile, Rufus was playing Ludo with Winnie at the Fairchild residence. Seeing

that Rufus was close to winning, Winnie started to throw a tantrum. “No, I want to win too.

I don’t want to lose.” “All right. Should I put it back to where it was before? I’ll let you

throw the dice twice, okay?” With that, Winnie would be the winner in the end. She was so

ecstatic that she gave Rufus her candy. Delight filled Rufus at her offer as he opened up

the wrapping and popped the candy into his mouth. It had been a long time since Xavier

last saw such a wide smile on Rufus’s face. It’s like Dumbo has magic. Her smile and laugh

are contagious. They spread to everyone around her. “I’m here, Granddad. Winnie, why

didn’t you address me when you saw me?” Winnie glared at him. “Hmph, Meanie! Not at

home with me every day. Grandpa Rufus, I want to play another round of Ludo.” “Have

Mrs. Lane play with you for the next round. I have something to talk about with Xavier.”

Hearing that someone else would play with her, Winnie stopped glaring at Xavier and

excitedly reached for the dice. On the other hand, gloominess surged within Xavier. Good

to know I ranked lower than Ludo in her heart. Is this how it feels to be transparent? Rufus

and Xavier had relocated to the study to talk. The former asked, “Do you know why I had

Winnie brought here?” Xavier frowned. “No, I don’t. Please explain, Granddad.” “I’ve

invited a clairvoyant over today. When you lost consciousness and fell into a coma,

everyone said there was no way of getting you back. However, the clairvoyant said you

have a savior who will bring you good luck, and that person was the eldest daughter of the

Garland family. Initially, I wasn’t planning on agreeing to your sudden engagement with

Winnie because she wasn’t worthy of you, but after your accident, I had no choice but to

have her marry you. In the end, a miracle happened. Not long after she married you, you

gained full recovery. It turned out that she is indeed the destined savior in your life. You’ll

have a smooth-sailing life with her by your side.” Xavier was rendered speechless by

Rufus’ belief in the occult. Clairvoyant my a**! I’ll call the police on that scammer one day

to prevent that person from ripping someone else off. “What did the clairvoyant say this

time?” he asked with a chuckle. “The same thing as before. I wouldn’t have minded

Winnie being your wife if she were normal. However, she has an affliction with her

mentality, so it’s unfair to you to have her as your wife. Moreover, you still have to pass on

the Fairchild bloodline. It won’t do if she’s in such a state. I’ve decided to have you divorce

Winnie. I can get her to be my god-granddaughter, and you can be her godbrother. That

way, you can still have her with you and take care of her. After your health recovers, I’ll

find a better match for you. The news of your marriage with Winnie wasn’t made public.

We can pretend—” “There’s no need.” Xavier cut Rufus off when he understood his

grandfather’s intention. The crease on his forehead deepened. “Since we’ll be divorcing,

why do I still have to take her with me?”