Silly Bride

Chapter 239

A skeptical expression emerged on Xavier’s face. “What sort of equipment is this light? I don’t believe you.”“Just open it and see for yourself.” As Winnie pushed Xavier inside, she closed the door with a kick. Upon placing the bag on the table, Xavier unzipped it to find a variety of clothes inside.“Is this your so-called equipment?”“That’s right. What did you think I was talking about? Firearms? I might not be able to get them even if I had one whole day, let alone one measly hour.”“Why did you have to buy them here? Can’t you wait till we get to Lightspring?”“We might not have time once we’re there. Anyway, I’ll contact Christopher shortly, as I went to see Granny and didn’t have time to do so earlier. After reaching Lightspring, we might need to meet Christopher there first thing tomorrow morning. Therefore, it pays to be prepared.”Even though Winnie related everything in detail, that wasn’t her true objective.She was under no illusion that the bodyguard hadn’t kept Xavier informed of all of her and Jacinta’s movements.Hence, Xavier knew exactly what time she had left the ward. Nevertheless, she didn’t want him to know about her meeting with Christopher at the hospital rooftop for the time being.That was the reason why she bought the bag of clothes—to distract Xavier and avoid arousing his suspicion.That night, Winnie and Xavier returned to Lightspring under the escort of the mercenaries.Along the journey, Winnie received Christopher’s message, informing her that he would be picking her up the next morning to take her to the Horton family’s territory.However, Winnie didn’t share the news with Xavier right away.It wasn’t until they found a place to stay and Xavier had just emerged from his shower that she informed him, “Come over here. I have news from Christopher—I’ll be able to go over tomorrow.”“What about the details of the plan? Let me see.” With one hand drying his hair with a large towel, he reached the other one out to demand her phone.Winnie, chuckling lightly, handed