Chapter 7 - Nyctophobia

~~ It is our darkest moment when we get to know who really cares for us ~~

Xavier didn't talk to Valentina after his last encounter in the room. He gave her time to talk to her mother. She was going to join them for the reception but will again come back as she has her own business to handle. 

"You both go first. We will come later." 

Xavier nodded at his mother. He knew his mother wanted to console Mrs. Constance. Xavier's heart ached as he saw his little wife's face red with tears sliding from the corner of her eyes. He wanted to go towards her, take her into his arms and wipe those tears away from her face. 

Xavier without any second thoughts went near her. He held her hand and gave it a firm squeeze. 

Valentina didn't want to leave her only family. She never thought of staying away from her mom. But here she is now, leaving her mother and going to another