All Chapters of Xavier :The tale of the broken : Chapter 31
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31. The kiss that changed everything
The weekend came. I was in my penthouse with Fanny, Zayne, and Creek.She wasn’t with me probably out shopping with the other women. “Any piece of advice for the soon-to-be wed?” Zayne laughed, walking in with drinks. “The wife is always right,” Fanny said, laughing even harder. “Don’t argue with her. If an argument starts, just tell her she’s right it will end quickly.” “What about you, Xavier? What’s your secret?” Creek asked. All the attention shifted to me. “I don’t know… we never argue,” I said with a faint smile. “What? Are you serious?” Fanny exclaimed. “He uses intimidation,” Creek added before I could respond. “No,” Zayne corrected, smirking. “He knows how to handle a feisty woman.” “Yeah, your wife looks feisty,” Fanny laughed softly. “She is,” I said calmly. She walked in then with the other women.Creek didn’t even try to hi
32. 48 hours to lose her
When the call came through, Zayne escorted everyone out, saying it was late. Krasavitsa was told to return to her room—something about the situation felt serious. After the call, dinner was served for just the two of them. The distance between them felt immense, and the silence only deepened it. Xavier ate slowly, never once glancing in her direction. “Aren’t you going to tell me what happened?” she finally asked, breaking the silence. He didn’t respond. He simply continued cutting his steak as though she weren’t there. “Xavier!” She set her glass down, irritation clear in her voice. “Yes, Krasavitsa,” he replied softly, though his eyes still avoided hers. She scoffed in disbelief. This man was impossible—so composed, so precise in every movement, as though nothing could disturb him. His phone rang. He set his utensils aside and answered. “Anything
33.Betrayal behind closed doors
“When were you going to mention this, Zayne?” I was not happy with what he did—angry was an understatement. “I… I couldn’t tell you. I didn’t know how,” he said, covering his eyes with the back of his hand. “She got drugged, might have exposed us, and you tell me you couldn’t say anything?” “I’m so—” I left before he could finish. “You were the one who told me to marry her… I’m not even sure that was the best choice, but I guess I have to do something for the sake of my image,” Xavier said from the door. “Any—” Rose trailed off when she saw the anger on his face as he walked out. “What happened, Zayne?” she asked, noticing his hands still covering his face. “I’ve got to go,” he said, standing up and kissing her cheek before leaving. Xavier drove back home. His father-in-law would be leaving in a few days. Krasavitsa sat with her head lowe
34. Missing
Krasavitsa stood frozen by the door. She had dropped her bracelet and came back to look for it. The woman’s moans echoed loudly, and the bed creaked rhythmically. He had said he wouldn’t bring other women into the house… yet here he was. Her chest burned, her heart aching at the realization. She turned away, no longer caring about the bracelet, and walked back to her room. The pain only deepened. She undressed and stepped into the shower, sitting on the floor as the water poured over her. A single tear slid down her cheek. Jealousy. Anger. It confused her. She had sworn never to cry over a man—especially one who didn’t love her. And yet… he had made a promise, even if it had been small, back in the car. So this was her place in his life. Someone who could be lied to. She scrubbed at her skin harshly, as if trying to erase his touch. S
35."If it's a game ....I'll win"
“Look for her everywhere—check all my properties too!” Xavier shouted, issuing orders. His phone rang. “Yes, Zayne.” “Her phone is still in the mansion. We tracked it upstairs—I think she left it behind.” “What about the call I received? Get your best hacker on it now. She might have been taken.” “Yes, we’re on it.” “Do you have eyes on Daniel and Liam?” “Yes, our men are watching both locations.” “Call me when you find something.” “Alright.” Xavier hung up. The men spread out across the estate. The property was vast—almost like a maze. “Bring me my coat and a torch,” he ordered hurriedly. Luckily, her father had already left earlier that afternoon. He didn’t need to know she was missing—especially if she was in danger. Xavier paced back and forth, hands behind his back, anxiety building. They had tr
36. A year of fire and war
The next morning felt no different. But when Krasavitsa descended the stairs, she saw Sofia sitting at the dining table. Sofia was doing most of the talking, while Xavier simply nodded occasionally. “Morning, mistress,” Lydia greeted. “Morning, Lydia,” Krasavitsa replied, taking a seat at the far end of the table. Xavier glanced at her briefly, his attention drifting from Sofia. “Xavier!” Sofia called in a childlike tone, holding his hand possessively. Krasavitsa didn’t react. She was served breakfast and began eating while scrolling through her phone. Xavier, however, kept watching her—studying her silence. It wasn’t normal. It was too calm. Suspicious. She finished quickly and stood. “Lydia.” “Yes, mistress?” “Prepare my order and bring it to my room.” “Yes, mistress.” “And don’t forget anything.” “Of co
37. Crushed notes
Xavier had been busy for a few days and had to leave the city, but his words still echoed in her mind. The way he had said them made Svetlana uneasy around him.She regretted offering herself… and even more, she regretted trying to push his other women away for the remainder of their time together.At the office, she had taken over most of his responsibilities, signing documents as his assistant with full authority.It was another long day. The weekend was approaching, and they were supposed to visit her mother. Xavier would be returning today, so she needed everything to be perfectly in order.Her knee-length cream pencil skirt clung to her figure as she walked downstairs to sign for a delivery—flowers from Creek.She didn’t want to speak to him, but the gifts were… nice. And no one at the office questioned them. Most assumed they were from Mr. Vladivostok.Whispers followed her as she walked past the reception desk carryin
38. Shattered truths
He wasn’t going to confront her directly. He would wait—for her to tell him herself.The next day was the weekend, and they had to visit her parents.The morning started slowly.Xavier lay in the bath, soaking in silence, his eyes closed. Gentle hands moved along his temples, massaging softly.He didn’t need to look to know who it was.“You’re still here?” he asked lazily.“I wanted to take a bath first… can I join you?” Sofia asked, her voice turning soft and sweet.“You can.”He didn’t open his eyes.She slipped out of her towel and into the large tub, moving closer until her back rested against his chest. She took his hand and wrapped it loosely around her.“How was the trip to Chelyabinsk?” she asked, trying to start a conversation.“Busy. Boring,” he replied simply.“I missed you,” she said, turning slightly to face him.“Did you?” he smirked faintly.“Yes. You didn’t call me at all.
39. A gracious lie
“Careful, sweetheart.” Xavier held out his hand, smiling at her.She looked at his hand, then up at his face. After a brief hesitation, she placed her hand in his and stepped out of the car, returning a faint smile. “My dearest child!” her mother rushed forward, kissing both her cheeks.“Hi, Mother,” Svetlana replied softly.Xavier greeted his mother-in-law respectfully, lifting her hand and kissing it. “Nice to meet you too, young man,” she said warmly.“I brought some gifts. They’re in the car,” Xavier added.He retrieved them—a cake, a box of chocolates, and a bottle of premium brandy from his collection. “Thank you, my son. Her father will appreciate this. Come inside,” she said, pulling Svetlana along. Xavier followed after removing his shoes and slipping into house slippers.“You look pale. Have you not been eating well?” her mother fussed, cupping her cheeks. Her father appeared in the si
40. The shadow in the file
In the morning, Svetlana was still in bed when Xavier woke up. His habits never allowed him to sleep in late. He stood in the closet, buttoning his shirt while surrounded by Svetlana’s vast wardrobe. An earpiece sat in one ear as he spoke to an investor about a resort chain in another tourist town. After finishing his shirt, he pulled on a blue sweater, combed his hair back, and applied cologne. Behind him, Svetlana shifted in bed as the morning sun disturbed her sleep. He didn’t wake her. She turned again, groaning softly, trying to steal a few more minutes of rest. Xavier smiled slightly, taking his laptop and stepping out onto the balcony.He worked there as the sun rose, going through resort structure details while watching the sky brighten. Inside, Svetlana tried to block the sunlight with a pillow, but it was useless. Eventually, she gave up with a long, frustrated sigh and woke up properly. Xavier was no lon