The Cherished Wife

Chapter 196

Winter nervously tugged at the corner of her mouth. “People can change, can’t they? Don’t you like the food I made?”

“I like it,” Xavier replied, lowering his head to continue eating.

Xavier knew exactly what kind of person Winter was. She was the type who never lifted a finger in the kitchen. The food tasted just like it was from a restaurant.

He had eaten Noelle’s cooking before. Although the food was simple, it had a homely taste, unlike these delicately prepared dishes. The moment Winter opened the lunch box, Xavier knew the truth. However, since Winter wanted to deceive him, he saw no need to expose her.

Hearing Xavier’s response, Winter let out a sigh of relief and smiled. “I’m glad you like it! You should eat more. You work so hard.”

“Okay.” Xavier nodded. “Why did you have time to come over today? Feeling better?”

Winter bit her lip, wringing her hands together. “Xavier, you love me, right?”

His eyes darkened, but he still nodded. “Yes. What’s with the sudden

you’ll help me, right?” Winter grasped Xavier’s hand.

a hint of suspicion in his eyes. “What do

gave Grandpa a chess set at

as he pulled his hand away from Winter.

constantly compared to Charles by his family, Winter would bring him up too. This naturally annoyed

right? Can you ask him to help me get through this tough time? With

clung to his hand. “Xavier, I know you

“But…” The mere thought

urged him to get closer

You don’t want to help me?” Winter looked at Xavier pitifully,

mess is my fault, but not everything that