The Expiry Date, Rain And Betrayal

Xavier Blackwood had a woman who occupied the first half of his life. She was his first love, the one who got away. Yet, I never doubted his love for me.

When I was twenty-one, I fell dangerously ill. I could barely take care of myself.

At that time, Xavier's company was just starting out. He didn't say a word but bought a cot to place right next to my bed.

If I made the slightest sound, he was awake before I was. He handled everything, even the most embarrassing parts of my recovery.

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