Silly Bride

Chapter 316

while he was on business to find out what was going on.Hence, Xavier and Winnie received Wilhelm at Lagune Mansion two days later.After learning about Winnie’s motives and plans, the latter also expressed his understanding. In any case, there was no use in him objecting anymore.After they had finished discussing her matter, she inquired about the purpose of Wilhelm’s trip. Only then did she find out that his main purpose was to visit Erihal to inspect the diamond mines, but the outcome did not appear to be satisfactory.Xavier happened to be interested in this business, especially since it was something that Wilhelm wished to develop, so he suggested collaborating with the latter.He did this not only to further his interests but to strengthen his bonds with the Speiser family as well because he wished to get their approval on his relationship with Winnie.The Speiser family was the richest in the world, so he would not allow himself to be any lesser than them.As for Wilhelm, his eyes lit up immediately after Xavier mentioned that he had won the bid for the development rights of a diamond mine and several gold mines in Alendor.“I think we can discuss…”Just like that, the two men stepped into the study amicably to discuss business.Seeing that, Winnie was very happy about it.They talked all afternoon and did not emerge from the study until before dinner.The outcome of their discussion was an on-site inspection.Winnie was quite surprised after hearing the news. “You reached a decision so soon?”“We did.” Wilhelm gave Xavier a rare compliment. “Mr. Fairchild is a very resolute person, and I admire his style of handling things.”Winnie nodded. “Yes. I’ve long been aware of that. By the way, how long will you be there? When are you leaving?”“I’ll make some arrangements for the work at hand and leave probably the day after tomorrow. This time, it’ll take at least half a month.” The person who spoke was Xavier.Oh no, I am already missing my dumbo even before the trip.He could not help but hold her hand in front of Wilhelm. “Do you want to go with us?” he asked.Before Winnie could reply, Wilhelm did it for her. “She won’t go. She’s very afraid of the heat. Don’t you know that?”“Yes…” Winnie nodded at Xavier. “Don’t you know that?