CHAPTER 389: CHAPTER 389: ALLIANCE THROUGH MARRIAGE

"Let’s go back first, the doctors there are already contacted, Cole Crawford has been delayed too long, we need to perform the surgery immediately."

He tore open Cole’s clothes, sprinkled some hemostatic powder, then pulled him into his arms and directly boarded the helicopter.

Xavier Crawford, feeling dizzy and foggy-headed, followed behind him.

Back in Morvania, it was already the second day after returning, and Cole had been delayed for two days. Whether he could survive depended entirely on fate.

The doctor immediately pushed Cole into the operating room, signaling the family members to wait outside.

Xavier paced anxiously, unable to sit still.

Hugo Quinn was also waiting; this time, Cole had become a teammate fighting alongside him, and he was genuinely concerned for his safety.

However, Cole was still inside, with no news for a day and a night. Occasionally, doctors would come out of the surgery room, only to be replaced by others.

Hugo forcibly took Xavier to rest; this person hadn’t slept in a long time, and if he kept pushing, he’d probably pass out.

Xavier went to the manor and discovered Eleanor Hollis and Marcus were there.

He gave them a surprised glance, wanted to ask about Grace’s news, but couldn’t resist his exhaustion and fell asleep on the sofa.

Hugo was also somewhat tired and went upstairs to rest.

Eleanor, afraid of disturbing them, played around the manor with Marcus.

When Hugo and Xavier woke, it was evening, the villa was filled with the aroma of food, and news came from the hospital that Cole still hadn’t come out.

Xavier was very hungry but couldn’t eat a bite. If his brother really died because of him, he’d feel guilty for a lifetime.

"If you and Grace get married, will the Wexler manor be open to the public?"

After picking up a bite of food, Hugo asked this.

Xavier gave him a surprised look. Although he and Grace were engaged, getting married now seemed too soon; their relationship still needed cultivation.

"Do you know why your brother went to Africa?"

Hugo was puzzled; did Cole not tell him about those things?

"It was because of the airplane; he went to find our parents."

"Yes, the matters in Africa are related to the Wexler family, the Wexlers taking advantage to sell their own drugs and making a huge profit. The people on the plane were imprisoned, and the place of captivity was precisely the basement of the villa the old lady lives in. I’ve already investigated this; even if your brother wakes up, he will need a few months to recuperate. Do you want to join forces with me?"

Hugo spoke straightforwardly, making it clear to Xavier that if he joined, he’d be opposing the Wexler family.

Xavier’s eyes flashed; he suddenly remembered the scene of Cole unhesitatingly protecting him, his nose tingling.

His brother was more important than Grace, whether now or in the future.

"Alright, what should I do?"

Hugo had already formulated a plan in his mind; moving forward, as long as Xavier cooperated well, everything would be fine.

Eleanor was beside them but didn’t participate, although she listened seriously while they discussed.

With the plan set, Xavier struggled internally for a moment and then found an opportunity to call Grace.

Grace knew Xavier went to Africa and wouldn’t return so soon. The past few days were quite surreal, with handsome men around her constantly changing.

Now seeing Xavier’s call, she pushed away the man beside her with some disinterest and pressed the answer button.

"Xavier, how are you? Is it safe there?"

Xavier felt a bit of warmth hearing her express such concern for him.

"Grace, my brother was injured for my sake and is now in a critical condition. I hope we can get married immediately, as a means to fend off bad luck, and pray for my brother’s recovery. What do you think?"

Grace was taken aback; how did Xavier come up with the idea of fending off bad luck through marriage?

The things the Crawford family had were indeed enviable, but she had the backing of the Wexler family now and didn’t need to force herself.

"Grace, my brother has entrusted the Crawford family to me. If you marry me, I’ll immediately sign the property transfer document, and then the Crawford family will be yours. I believe in your abilities; with you, the Crawford family will surely flourish."

Grace’s eyes flashed with surprise; this person really isn’t thinking straight; to hand over such a big family so easily?

Her mouth curved upward, though she feigned reluctance a few times.

"Xavier, I’ll discuss it with Grandma; rest assured, I’ll strive for it."

Xavier nodded, and after hanging up, he felt a heavy heart.

Though Grace tried hard to conceal it, he still caught a glimpse of her joy; indeed, she was interested in the Crawford family’s assets.

Grace immediately called the old lady. The old lady was shrewd, first sending people to the hospital to investigate the situation, confirming that Cole was indeed still in critical condition, relieving her concerns. It seemed Xavier was desperate, thus considering marriage to fend off bad luck.

"Grace, if you like him, then marry him."

Grace’s heart rejoiced wildly, her eyes showing determination.

When she first joined the Wexler family, she thought the old lady handed everything to her, that the Wexler family was hers.

But during her time with the Wexler family, she understood that as long as the old lady was there, she wasn’t the most prestigious person in the family.

Everyone treated the old lady’s words like they were law, and rarely anyone regarded her as the returned young lady.

She couldn’t accept it; such a large cake was right in front of her, but she couldn’t savor it.

The power she could utilize from the Wexler family was scarce, and she heard there were many secrets about the family. But during her time living there, the old lady never disclosed them, essentially guarding against her.

Thinking of this made Grace feel quite uncomfortable, but she still answered obediently.

"Grandma, rest assured, Xavier is a straightforward person; I’ll definitely win him over."

The news of the marriage between the Wexler and Crawford families quickly spread, setting the engagement date for the coming weekend.

Only three days remained before then.

Both families had recently engaged, now planning a grand ceremony that surprised everyone significantly.

Most people speculated that Grace was pregnant, prompting such a quick marriage.

From the moment Grace arrived in Morvania, the first thing she did was meet Xavier.

Xavier took her to the hospital to see his brother, a melancholy expression on his face.

"Grace, I’m sorry; I know this matter is aggrieving for you, but I have no other choice. My brother was shot because of me, and the only thing I can do for him is pray."

Grace showed disdain in her eyes; this person had received a good education and still believed in such unreliable methods.

But if the other person weren’t foolish, how could she have the chance to seize everything the Crawford family had?

The Crawford family is a centennial household; if she could control it, dealing with Hugo Quinn would be effortless.

"Xavier, don’t worry; after we marry, your brother will definitely wake up."