The familiar, teasing tone immediately told Rebecca who it was. Xavier leaned against the doorway, the overhead light casting a deep shadow across his face. He chewed gum, his eyes holding a mocking glint.
"Looks like you could use some help."
Rebecca's brow furrowed at the sight of him. *Him* again? While she desperately wanted assistance, she certainly didn't want it from Xavier. She glanced around; it was late, and there was no one on the manor grounds. She opted to ignore him entirely, resigned to unloading the grocery bags from the car herself.
Xavier, it seemed, had only been making a superficial offer. He watched with folded arms, adding sarcastic commentary. "Weren't you out with Adrian? How could he leave you to do this alone? Oh, I know, he's probably off with his little love
