Silly Bride

Chapter 85

to say something, but before she could utter a word, Xavier interjected, “I know what you want to say. It depends on my performance, right? Time will reveal a person’s heart. As long as you stay with me, time will prove that I’m sincere.”Winnie had nothing else to say. Right then, Xavier’s phone rang.It was a new phone, and he did not manage to sync his contacts yet, so the screen showed the caller’s number instead of the caller ID.Winnie recognized the number at once. “It’s Louis. You should answer it. Do you want me to leave?”“No need.” Xavier shot her a surprised look. “You memorized Louis’ number. Are you good with numbers?”Winnie did not know why, but she suddenly had the urge to show off to him.“Yeah,” she replied nonchalantly. “I have a photographic memory, I guess. It’s quite annoying sometimes, for I couldn’t forget many useless stuff.”Xavier chuckled. She’s obviously showing off her skills. How cute!“Dumbo.” He reached out and ruffled her hair, just like how he used to tease her.After retracting his hand, he took his phone and answered Louis’ call.“What is it?” “Mr. Xavier, bad news. Old Mr. Fairchild is seriously ill and has been admitted to the hospital. Zyon’s family has been talking to Old Mr. Fairchild’s lawyer these few days, and I think it’s related to his will. Do you want to come back and see Old Mr. Fairchild?”Xavier frowned. “Before I get back, assign someone to keep an eye on him twenty-four seven. Aside from Josiah’s medical staff, no one else is allowed to come near him. Also, inform my father about this. I’ll call you if I have other arrangements.”“Is Old Mr. Fairchild all right?” Winnie asked in concern after Xavier ended the call. Rufus was a kind old man, and she did not want anything to happen to him.Xavier furrowed his brows. “Grandpa’s heart is ailing, so I wanted to play along with Zyon. I failed to consider Grandpa’s feelings, though.”“Old Mr.