Bumpkin's Rich Handsome Husband
Chapter 268

Chapter 268 Yvonne Was Stirring Up Trouble

"Why didn't you call me when I hadn't contacted you for the past two months?" Xavier teased Veronica.

In truth, he was learning to take over the Crawford Family's business for the past two months.

Konig Company was previously established as a small business for him to play with. It could barely support him financially, but now, he had a heavy burden and responsibility.

Even though Xavier did not want to take over the Crawford Family's business, he had to bear the pressure, bite the bullet, and accept it.

That was because... he wanted to become stronger.

In fact, there was an urgent need for him to become powerful in a short period of time.

"I heard that you've been busy hanging around with your eldest brother to take over the company. I'm worried that I'll disturb you, so I didn't contact you."

A polite reply slipped out of her lips so naturally that even Veronica herself could not believe she said it.

The last time she injured Xavier, Veronica simply thought she had injured two people, but she never expected that she would hit Melissa's knee meniscus with another shot, causing her to be lying on the hospital bed until today.

Even if she received the best treatment available, there would still be long-term side effects.

Veronica did not feel guilty toward Melissa, but she always found it difficult to face Xavier as calmly as she did before.

"Are you free tomorrow? Do you want to go skiing together?" he invited warmly.

"Skiing? Sounds like fun, but I don't know how to."

She indeed did not know how to ski.

"That's nothing to worry about when you have me."

After saying that, he immediately added, "I will call you at 9 am tomorrow on the dot. Can't wait to see you tomorrow. Have a good rest. Bye."

"Huh? I... Hello?"

Veronica wanted to reject him, but Xavier did not give Veronica any chance to before hanging up the phone.

Such a rushed plan made Veronica feel a little awkward.

She sighed. "Skiing? Sounds like a good way to unwind."

She did not even take a day off in the past two months.

Vincere Games was currently operating smoothly while Encounter Bridal Store's business was gradually stabilizing and she was assured that the future of both companies was bound to develop steadily. Therefore, now was the chance for her to take a break.

However... when she thought about being alone with Xavier tomorrow, Veronica found it somewhat uncomfortable, so she called Yvonne.

"Why are you calling me so late at night?" On the phone, Yvonne muttered.

"Do you want to go skiing tomorrow?" Veronica inquired straightforwardly.

"Sure. Where are we going?"

When Yvonne asked the question, Veronica was taken aback because she forgot to ask Xavier where they were going.

"It should be... in Bloomstead's ski resort. Where else could it be?"

"Who are you going with?"

"Xavier."

"That's all?"

"And you?"

"You... You want me to be a third wheeler?" Yvonne snorted, thinking how unkind Veronica was.

"I just thought we haven't been out for a long time, so I want to take you out for some fun. How about you invite another person?"

"Okay."

The two chatted for a while, and after deciding the time, they ended the call.

After that, Veronica lay in bed, feeling exhausted while watching the live broadcast. As time passed, she suddenly realized it was already 3 or 4 am in the morning, yet she tossed and turned but could not fall asleep.

Although she was very sleepy and her eyelids were as heavy as lead, she could not fall asleep.

Feeling helpless, she took a sleeping pill to aid her into sleep.

The next day, she woke up at exactly 6 am.

After getting up and going for a morning jog, she had breakfast, went home, got ready, and waited patiently for Xavier's call.

At 9 am, the four of them met at Encounters Bridal Store.

When she arrived at the store, she first saw Xavier, followed by Yvonne, who got out of another car.

Behind her was... Conrad Kings!

"Good morning, Roni and Young Master Xavier."

Yvonne was wearing a black velvet parka, adorable earmuffs, a gray knitted scarf around her neck, and had her hair tied into a bun. She looked mischievous yet lovely.

Conrad, who was standing behind her, was wearing an army green trench coat and a black turtleneck sweater. He looked casual yet mature and sexy.

Especially with a beard, his smile looked exceptionally sultry.

Veronica could not help raising her eyebrows, looking rather surprised as she greeted, "Morning."

"You look cute in this outfit today, Yvie," Xavier praised without hesitation, and then looked at Conrad behind her, remarking, "Sir Conrad, aren't you usually busy with work? Most people don't manage to invite you out. Seems like Yvie is amazingly charming to be able to do so."

His words held another meaning behind them.

In response, Yvonne's fair cheeks were stained with a blush as she bit her lips and smiled awkwardly. "I planned to ask Ivana to come, but she's got a last-minute business trip, so I had to put down my pride and drag Sir Conrad with me."

"She's right. Yvie told me that Roni was with you, so I came." He raised his hand and brushed his messy bangs that had been blown by the wind. His sexy lips then curled into a smile. "I haven't gotten a chance to relax after returning to Bloomstead, so I thought I could hang out with you guys today."

"Sure. Let's continue the chat in the car," said Veronica while moving toward the car.

After a round of discussion, all of them decided to leave in Conrad's Jeep Wrangler.

Conrad and Xavier sat in the front, while Veronica and Yvonne sat in the back.

An upbeat song was played in the car loudly, and it boosted the atmosphere in the car.

Veronica lowered her voice, leaned into Yvonne's ears, and whispered, "Why the hell did you bring him when I asked you to invite someone?"

Yvonne rolled her eyes at Veronica while replying, "Who else can I invite? Ivana isn't in town. Wouldn't it be awkward for you if I invited someone you don't know?"

"You..."

Veronica was rendered speechless because of her anger as she exhaled a deep breath, glanced at the two people sitting in front of her, and whispered, "Weren't you aware of what happened at the wedding banquet last time? Aren't you afraid that the two will become jealous later?"

Although Melissa was the mastermind behind the incident at the wedding banquet last time, Xavier was still somehow related to it.

On the other hand, Conrad was Matthew's seventh uncle, so he belonged to the Kings Family.

The incident upset the Kings Family and the Crawford Family, so they were still holding grudges in their hearts.

Now that Yvonne invited Conrad over, wouldn't that mean she was stirring up trouble?

Veronica's words alerted her.

Yvonne was stunned for a while before rubbing her head embarrassingly. She then covered her face and admitted innocently, "I... I forgot about this."

Last night when she was eager to join in the fun, Yvonne contacted Ivana immediately.

After all, Ivana and Veronica were quite familiar with each other and could hang out together now.

However, Ivana had to go on a business trip, so she contacted Conrad in desperation. Who knew that Conrad would accept her invitation?!

Because of that, Yvonne decided to bring Conrad over.

She completely forgot the grudges between Conrad and Xavier.

"I'm so done with you!"

Veronica raised her hand to prop her forehead, not knowing what kind of situation she would encounter later. She simply hoped that Xavier and Conrad could get along well with one another.