Semua Bab Leaving You Bereft: Bab 581 - Bab 590

Gabriella never returned. Her personal number was no longer in use. It was as if she'd vanished from Xavier's world completely.At first, Rebecca still brought her up from time to time, but when it became clear that there was no hope of them getting back together, she started setting Xavier up on blind dates. He'd met a few of them here and there, but none ever caught his interest. And so, his youth slipped quietly by.On the other hand, Fabian would occasionally visit the Lunds, helping Rebecca in the kitchen and keeping her company. After starring in Whisper in the Wind, to everyone's surprise, he withdrew from the entertainment industry and returned to Quenstor University to continue his studies.His decision earned Starlight Media much praise online, calling it a rare gem in the local entertainment scene. But Fabian knew the truth was that it was all because of Gabriella's affection for him.More than two years later, Whisper in the Wind received an award nomination. That year,

As soon as Greg arrived at The Bloom Room, Xavier scolded him. "If you hadn't bailed on me back then, would I have gotten tangled up with Yvonne? If she hadn't clung to me, would Gabriella and I have broken up?"Greg was displeased. "My car broke down. How's that my fault? When Yvonne threw herself at you, you could've pushed her away. Besides, I never told you to go home and divorce your wife."Think about it. She just cleaned up your mess, and you filed for divorce right after. If I were Gabriella, I wouldn't have swallowed that either. She's a Ziegler and not someone who will put up with you."Didn't you see the pretty boys all flocking to her at the afterparty? They're just trying to get her attention and sneak in a business card. She's still very popular."Xavier was annoyed. "You think she likes boy toys?"Greg smirked mischievously. "Hard to say. I feel like her type is someone like Brody Allen. Look at how well she treats Fabian. Look at your muscular physique and chiseled

Xavier's children? Brody was surprised, but after a moment of thought, he realized it made sense. Gabriella wasn't someone who'd remarry that quickly. She must have been pregnant when they got divorced.Brody fell silent. Sharon glanced up at him and said, "You're single now. It's not too late to make a move. Look at you, you're different now. You're a match for her. I've finally understood that she's a good girl. It was my prejudice that kept you two apart back then.""Mom, please don't bring up the past."Brody didn't want to revisit it. That was a pain that only deepened with time. Sharon looked at him and wanted to say something, but she ultimately didn't.Three days later, Gabriella finished work in the evening. Since the holidays were approaching, she wanted to pick up mince pies from a particular shop that her mother loved. Her grandfather used to buy them every year, but now, she and Landon took turns. Whoever had time would get them.She rode the private elevator down. As

Gabriella stared for a few seconds. She thought to herself, "How could he be that good-looking? When Ash grows up, who knows how many girls he'll have wrapped around his fingers. But wait, didn't Xavier say he had something on? Was it over so quickly?"The night was dark, but not as deep as the look in Xavier's eyes. He stared at his ex-wife, then reached out to open the front passenger door. "Get in."Gabriella had something to discuss with him, so she didn't hesitate and got straight into the car. Xavier closed the door for her, then walked around to the driver's side.He got in, buckled his seatbelt, then gripped the steering wheel with both hands and asked, "Did you see the message I sent you? What do you think?"The messages? Gabriella paused for a moment, then recalled. "Didn't you delete them? I didn't see them."Xavier turned his head to look at her. Only now did he get to truly look at her. Seeing how she had grown more beautiful than before and how she was as still as in

Xavier and Gabriella arrived first. It was almost 9:00 pm, so the kids were still awake. They had already taken their baths and changed into their onesies, lying side by side on the bed, gnawing on their little hands and babbling at each other.When Xavier arrived, the Zieglers hadn't been alerted yet. The nanny smiled. "Ms. Harper, you're back. This must be the children's father. The way he carries himself, it's obvious he's the dad. Ash really looks like him."Xavier walked toward the children's bed and bent down, gazing at the pair of twins. They were both chubby and well-nourished. Ash was a little taller, while Lynn was more petite.Lying there side by side, they looked adorable. Their big eyes gazed at him with pure innocence. Lynn suddenly murmured, "Dada?"She waved her tiny arms, reaching out as if asking to be held. Xavier's heart melted on the spot. He reached out and gently scooped her up. The feeling of her soft, chubby little body nestled in his arms was indescribable