Rebecca listened to Xavier's unrestrained laughter, her earlier impression of him only solidifying. Yes, her opinion of him was definitely bad. Without looking at him directly, she responded with a forced smile, "You seem pretty happy. I can't tell you're supposed to be hurt." Xavier lazily flicked the rim of his glass, his gaze locking onto hers. "The pain in my heart isn't something you can see. I've been terribly sad ever since you abandoned me last time." His amber eyes, naturally brimming with intensity, were fixed on her, radiating what could only be described as a calculated charm. Clearly, he was fully aware of the effect his looks could have, especially when he turned the dial up to its maximum, as he was now. Rebecca couldn't deny that Xavier was indeed handsome. But what

