Chapter 274

“What? A coincidence?” “I myself was also attending a company dinner here,” Xavier explained. It was the truth. He’d just been coming out of the restroom, when he caught sight of Willow coming in. Curious, he’d followed her to her table, which was how he’d been there to witness Yelena’s abuse against her. Unwilling to let that stand, he’d gotten involved. Willow considered this a moment, then said, “You’d better get back in there, then. I’ll find my own way back.” She placed a hand on the door handle meaningfully, indicating that he should unlock it for her. “Never mind, the director of human resources will handle things. Anyway, it’s hardly even my company anymore…” This gave Willow pause. “What do you mean?” Xavier leaned back upon the seat, folding his hands behind his head. “You haven’t heard?” He turned to look at her. “About what?” Willow was completely bewildered. “Goodwill Technologies has been bought over by my Uncle Jasper.” “When did that happen?” Willow