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 owning

quickly recovered. “Yes, Mr. Hoffman. You left it under my management. What would you like to do with

company. He’ll know what to do better than I

will handle everything

help. He glanced at Ronald, surprised that a mere assistant had

him off, signaling for Ronald to take

Harris,

to the meeting room and had Ida bring 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,

gave the instructions, I’ll handle it. Can you explain the

repeated his prepared speech, explaining Winter’s situation and his hopes for her recovery. “I need