Semua Bab Leaving You Bereft: Bab 651 - Bab 660

Xavier's eyes turned bloodshot as he stared at the black Jaguar. When Fred drove past Xavier's car, he shot a glance at Xavier but didn't stop the car.Xavier felt a wave of frustration and sadness. Fueled by alcohol, he picked up his phone and sent Gabriella a message on WhatsApp. "Gabriella, can't you just show some restraint?"Meanwhile, Gabriella was resting against the headboard, still feeling unwell. Moments ago, she'd experienced tightness in her chest and shortness of breath. Fred came over to check on her, prescribed her some medication, and only left after confirming it wasn't serious.That was when he bumped into Xavier on the way out. When she read the message, Landon caught a glimpse of it and snatched the phone from her.He was just about to fire back when Gabriella took her phone back with a soft voice. "He's not important. Just ignore him."She quickly deleted Xavier's message. Then, she blocked his number. She wanted nothing to do with him. She would raise Ash and

Under Xavier's insistence, Craig drafted the official document. Once Xavier had signed and sealed it, three identical copies were made. One of them now sat on his desk.In the evening, Xavier attended a product launch event, so he wasn't in the office. As it happened, Violet arrived and went straight into the office.Anna had stepped away to prepare a cup of coffee for Violet. This was Violet's first time visiting the company as the future Mrs. Lund, and naturally, she was feeling rather pleased with herself. She strolled around the office, inspecting everything, then settled herself onto the sofa to test its softness.When Anna returned with coffee, Violet deliberately nitpicked, saying that the coffee had one too many sugar cubes. Anna smiled politely. "Ms. Johnston, I only added one cube."Violet responded coldly, "If that's the case, then make it half a cube."Deep down, Anna despised Violet, but given her new status, she just kept quiet and went to make another cup of coffe

Gabriella was with Brody. Initially, she'd gone out for a meal with a friend.After dinner, she wanted to pick up a gift for Evelyn and happened to run into Brody. Brody had a business proposal for her, one that only Starlight Media could execute. No other company could pull this off.Gabriella gave it a brief listen and found it promising. The best part was that it wouldn't cost Starlight Media much. She only had to leverage its connections, and in return, Brody would give them a 5% cut of the profits.There was no reason to refuse such a deal. But since she rarely showed up at the office, she chatted with Brody as they walked. And besides, Brody knew Evelyn. There was no need to be secretive about buying a gift for Evelyn.What she didn't expect was to bump into Xavier and Violet. They looked very much in love. He was generous while she radiated passion.Xavier helped Violet put on a diamond necklace, and the two kissed in public. What a display of affection. Just watching them

A black Range Rover came to a stop, the window rolling down to reveal a handsome face. It was Xavier.He sat there in silence, watching Gabriella and Brody embrace. And to think she'd insisted their relationship was innocent. That hug surely didn't seem that way.Images of the past filled Xavier's mind, each scene transforming into a single thought—Gabriella never loved him.Xavier stared for a long time, his eyes glistening. In the end, he hit the gas and drove away. On the way back to the apartment, Violet wanted to speak several times, but Xavier wasn't in the mood. His face was solemn, showing no indication that he intended to talk.20 minutes later, the car pulled up in front of the apartment building. Violet invited him upstairs for a bit, but he declined.He gripped the steering wheel and said, "It's late. Another time."Violet knew full well that it was just an excuse. He simply didn't want to be close to her. But she didn't push it. Instead, she smiled at him and got out

Xavier had made love to her twice. Late at night, Violet was exhausted and fell into a deep sleep.After showering, Xavier sat alone on the balcony of the living room, smoking a cigarette. The smoke was swept away by the night breeze, swirling into the night sky.In the dark, he only wore a white bathrobe, lounging back on a recliner. His body might have been satisfied, but there was an indescribable feeling inside him.The moon was bright. Xavier looked up at the crescent moon, yet his mind wasn't on Violet's lovely body. Instead, he thought of Ash and Lynn. On a night like this, he missed his children terribly.From behind him, a pair of slender arms wrapped around him. Violet had woken and noticed he wasn't in bed, so she came out barefoot to look for him.She wore nothing but a red, silk nightgown that oozed sensuality. As she gently ran her fingers through his hair, her voice was still husky from their intimacy. "What are you thinking about?"Naturally, Xavier wouldn't answe