Xavier Knight

<p>Author Pov<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>Everyone believed Xavier Knight led a charmed life. As the sole heir to the Knight empire, he was surrounded by unimaginable wealth. However, this supposed fortune seemed insignificant in comparison to others' lives. Xavier's world darkened irreparably when his mother passed away when he was just twelve years old, leaving a void that wealth could never fill.<br/><br/>After his mother's death, Xavier moved to his grandfather's home, where he was determined to find some semblance of normalcy. At his new school, he quickly befriended Ethan, a kind and welcoming classmate, and soon found himself embraced by Ethan's family. For the first time in years, Xavier felt the warmth of familial love again. Ethan's mother treated him with the same affection she showed her own children, making him feel as though he had gained a second chance at happiness. He treasured the bond he formed with Ethan and his family, swearing to himself that he would never let anything jeopardize it.<br/><br/>However, Xavier's fear of losing this newfound family led him to a fateful mistake. When Isabella, Ethan's sister, confessed her love for him, he chose to reject her. He believed that accepting her love would complicate his relationship with Ethan and the rest of the family. In his youthful naivety, he thought he was making the right decision to preserve what he held dear. Yet, in rejecting Isabella's genuine affection, he unknowingly sowed the seeds of his own undoing.<br/><br/>One day, returning home after a football match, Xavier was met with an empty house. The family he had come to see as his own had vanished without a trace. His world, which had been brightened by their presence, plunged back into darkness. Alone and desperate for the love and affection he had lost again, Xavier realized his grave mistake. He had hurt an innocent soul who loved him unconditionally and, in doing so, had driven away the only people who made him feel whole. Despite numerous attempts to locate them, they seemed to have disappeared completely.<br/><br/>Five years later, as he was perusing a fashion magazine, Xavier's heart skipped a beat. There, on the cover, was Isabella. She had transformed from the shy, conservative girl he once knew into a glamorous model. Shocked and unsure if it was really her, he launched an investigation to confirm her identity.<br/><br/>The findings were bittersweet. Ethan had left the city, becoming a successful businessman. Xavier suspected that Ethan had discovered Isabella's feelings for him and had decided to protect her by cutting off all ties. Unwilling to confront Ethan without understanding the full picture, Xavier decided to reach out to Isabella first. Yet, her demanding career and constant travel made arranging a meeting nearly impossible. His own guilt and fear of reopening old wounds further delayed his approach.<br/><br/>When he learned about Ethan's upcoming award ceremony, Xavier saw an opportunity. He decided to attend the event, not just to reunite with Ethan, but to finally address the heartache he had caused Isabella. He hoped to make amends and understand why they had left him so abruptly.<br/><br/>Arriving at the venue, Xavier's heart pounded as he spotted Ethan, Isabella, and their mother. The sight of them together stirred a mix of excitement and anxiety. He was eager to speak with Isabella first, to apologize and seek forgiveness. As he watched her head toward the lobby, he saw his chance. Utilizing his influence, he bypassed security and followed her.<br/><br/>Seeing Isabella up close after so many years was both exhilarating and daunting. She was more stunning than he had ever imagined, radiating confidence and beauty in her elegant dress. The years had only enhanced her allure, making him even more aware of the magnitude of his past mistake. Determined to make things right, he approached her, hoping that this encounter would be the first step towards healing the wounds he had inflicted.</p>