Silly Bride

Chapter 293

haven’t bared my soul to you. Remember the time when I went hiking? I actually encountered an avalanche. The kind of force that can swallow an entire mountain is horrifying. When I watched the blocks of snow fall continuously, I suddenly realized how small and weak a human life can be in the face of a disaster. I think I’ve figured it out. His death was undeniably a sad and tragic incident, but not every tragedy can be avoided. It has already happened, and there’s nothing we can do to reverse it. What we can do now is appreciate everything we have. On top of that, we must do everything in our power to make it up to his family. I was actually feeling horrible before telling you all this. I feel much better now. Xavier… we’ve wronged him.”Xavier’s heart broke when he heard the woman he loved blaming herself. “No. It’s not your fault. I was the one who wronged him. I’ll do my best to make it up to his family.”Winnie nodded, the resentment she held against him slowly disappearing.The next morning, Winnie was awakened by Xavier.Having just gotten rid of her burden last night, she finally had the chance to get some proper sleep without having any nightmares.She rolled over, reluctant to get up. “Why are you up so early? We don’t have to work today.”“Get up now!” Xavier scooped Winnie up from the bed. “We don’t have to work today, but we’re supposed to meet your grandparents, remember? It’s not a good idea to be late. Don’t tell me you’ve forgotten all about it.”“How could I? What’s the time now anyway?” Winnie struggled to open her eyes.Xavier quickly glanced at his phone and said, “It’s already six-fifty in the morning.”“What? It’s only six-fifty. Are you feeling nervous?” Winnie asked, wanting to lie back down. Seeing she was about to lie down again, Xavier had no choice but to scoop her up again. “I am, so please wake up now.”His words seemed to have gotten rid of her sleepiness.She sat up immediately and said, “That’s rare. You’re not even afraid of Wilhelm, yet you’re feeling nervous about meeting my grandparents? Well, I guess it makes sense. They’re the duke and duchess, after all. Relax. My grandparents are kind and gentle people. Besides, you’ve passed Wilhelm’s test yesterday. They won’t make things difficult for you. Come on. Let’s get ready. Hmm… Your clothes from yesterday are wet, so you can’t wear that. Looks like we’ve got to hurry and get you a new set of clothes.”As he brushed her fringe, he said, “There’s no need for that. I’ve already prepared them, including the gifts. Help me screen through the gifts, will you? I’m not sure if they’ll like them.”“All right. Let’s go.” Winnie got to her feet.The moment they arrived in the living room, Winnie spotted three huge luggage on the carpet.Frowning, Winnie questioned, “If my memory serves me right, you arrived with only one luggage yesterday. Why are there three now?”“You’re right. I only had one