The Cherished Wife

Chapter 199

Charles held the cup by its handle, his slender fingers täpping lightly on its surface. “Say what you need to say,” he urged.

Xavier felt a bit awkward but had no choice but to continue, “Winter has been working in the entertainment industry, which is filled with all sorts of people. This recent incident has blown up, and Winter is the biggest victim. She… She’s being attacked online.”

“And how does that concem me? Get to the point, Charles said, setting down his cup and rubbing his temples.

Xavier could tell that Charles was growing impatient. “I know you own a film company, Uncle. I was hoping you could help Winter. She’s being targeted right now, and her career might be over.”

Charles raised an eyebrow. “So, you want me to help? You should’ve said so earlier.” He stood up and pressed the intercom button. “Ronald, come in.”

Ronald quickly responded to the summon, knocking and entering the room. “Mr. Hoffman, you needed something?” he asked, glancing at Xavier and giving a slight nod.

Xavier nodded back with a polite smile,

his hand. “I remember

taken aback but quickly recovered. “Yes, Mr. Hoffman. You left it under my management. What would

company. He’ll know what to do better than I would,” Charles said, tapping his fingers on

Ronald will handle everything

a wave of relief upon realizing that Charles was agreeing to help. He glanced at Ronald, surprised that a mere assistant

Charles waved him off, signaling

Harris,

in a cup of coffee. Xavier’s expression stiffened at the sight of the coffee. Having just had a cup earlier, he was not thrilled about another drink. “Thank you, Mr. Wells,” he said, trying

instructions, I’ll handle it. Can

his hopes for her recovery. “I