Chapter 4: Betrayed

Jayden posed elegantly, his arms wrapped around Sophia Logan, a sexy model as several shots were taken.

Jayden is one of the popular models in X-World, and has won many awards.

His handsome features made other models, artists and actresses gush, but the stares of admiration weren't directed to him alone, but to the hot CEO, who sat resplendent on a black shining chair with his legs crossed.

His black tailor made suit, and his dark gaze, exuding an aura of authority took the breath of everything present in the large studio.

They are all trying to compose themselves under his piercing grey eyes, which scrutinized them.

No one wanted to get on his bad side. After taking a break, Jayden strolled casually to Xavier, hands tucked in his pockets.

"You'll get them peeing on their pants soon, man."

Xavier shifted his gaze to him, his neatly combed hair falling on his perfectly sculptured face.

"Why is that?"

"Those eyes could kill, Xav." Jayden chuckled, collapsing on a chair. His assistant, Ciara walked to him and handed him a bottle of water.

"Thanks Cee," he winked, and Ciara's face flushed, hurrying away.

"I'm glad you agreed to come, Xav. You can see the happy looks on their faces."

"Get over it, Jayden. I need to clear my head," Xavier muttered.

"You'll be getting the empire after your wedding. What's there to..."

Xavier's phone chimed, interrupting Jayden and he pulled it out. His brows knitted together as he clicked on the video sent to him.

"What's that?" Jayden peered into Xavier's phone and his jaw dropped, "Holy shit!"

Xavier's eyes darkened and he stood up, his aura menacing. Each powerful strides he took sent everyone clearing the way.

"Fuck! Xav, don't hurt her!" Jayden yelled, going after him immediately.

*

Harper sat in a chair, her manager, Fiona and other make-up artists surrounding her.

They were preparing her for the next scene at the film set when Xavier walked into the room.

"Mr Xavier," Fiona and the make-up artists whispered at the same time, sensing his commanding presence, then they left the room.

"Xavier," Harper rose to her feet, her almond- shaped eyes staring curiously at him.

She could feel his intense gaze, burning into her skin, and she shivered when he approached her, taking slow steps.

"Why did you do it?" His icy tone sent shills down her spine and she retreated backwards.

"What... What are you talking about?"

A smirk played on Xavier's lips as he raised up his tablet, and Harper froze, her eyes wide with fear when she saw the video, and she gripped her gown tight.

"Yeah.. baby...ahh," her loud moans sounded as Lucas fucked her on her bed.

"I.. I can explain."

Xavier took more steps closer, till her back hit the wall.

"How long have you been his slut?"

She gulped, shivering and he grabbed hold of her neck, "How long?"

"I'm.. I'm sorry. It.. three years."

Three years? That was when Harper was taken into X-World and Xavier had been struck by her innocence, and he had interest in her. That means his brother has been keeping an eye on him. How interesting.

"Please... stop.. I'm.. sorry," Harper's face turned red, as Xavier's large palm choked life out of her. He tightened his grip on her neck and leaned closer, his lips grazing her ears.

"Ever heard the story of the rabbit and the snake? You'll be sorry, Harper. After I've ruined you, bit.. by.. bit," he whispered, his words deep and stinging, then he pushed her off and she gasped, falling on the floor.

The look of horror on her face showed she knew Xavier meant every word.

Xavier walked out of the room, and out of X-World Entertainment. He got into his car, ignited the engine and drove off.

Jayden rushed out of the building a minute later, panting heavily, "Get the fucking cars!" He yelled at the bodyguards.

*

Xavier drove fast, his teeth gritting against each other, and his grip tightened on the wheel. He screeched to a halt in the middle of nowhere, and his jaw clenched hard.

Lucas has been his rival in everything. How the hell did he not find out about Harper?

Suddenly, Xavier's heart constricted, his lips turned pale, and sweat began to form on his forehead.

[FLASHBACK: LYTON HIGH]

Xavier grinned as he slammed his locker close, he was in a hurry to meet his girlfriend, Emma. She was his first love and the only one in his life who loved him.

No one cared about him, not even his father. As he was about to turn, a hard punch landed on his face, his lips burst and he fell on the floor.

"Aww, what a weak brother," Lucas mocked, hovering above him, and Xavier raised his head, his nose bleeding.

"Go to hell."

"What did you say?" Lucas yelled, grabbing Xavier's stained collar and he delivered another punch, breaking his nose in the process.

Laughter erupted in the hallway as Xavier fell back on the floor, his heart was getting weak, but Lucas cared less.

"Xavier," Emma's soft voice sounded in the hall. Knowing she had come for him, Xavier's heart fluttered and Lucas released him violently.

Xavier turned his bloody face to Emma, expecting her to run to him, but his heart shattered when Emma hugged Lucas, pulling him to a kiss.

With a mocking smile, Lucas wrapped his arms around Emma's waist and led her out of the hall, while Xavier slumped.

[END OF FLASHBACK]

Xavier's hold tightened more as he groaned lightly, his grey eyes turning pitch black, then his hands roamed frantically for his pills.

With trembling hands, he threw the pills into his mouth and closed his eyes tightly.

Just then, he heard a loud crashing sound, and his windscreen shattered.

*

"Deliver a box of pizza. Here is the address."

"Yes, Mr Patrick," Mia nodded and walked out of MacPherson Pizza. She got into the delivery bike, and was about to put on a helmet.

"Mia."

She looked back to see Grayson jogging toward her and her face creased in a frown.

"What now, Gray? I've got work."

Grayson chuckled, flashing her his dimples which she found cute.

"I wanted to check up on you."

"Aren't you meant to be at the cafe?" she raised her brow, and he scratched the back of his neck.

"Yeah, I..." he trailed off, and Mia twitched her lips. It was amusing to see Grayson nervous.

"What?" she snapped.

"There's this new movie I want us to watch this weekend. I don't know if..."

"Not interested," she cut him off and he glared at her.

"You'll never get a boyfriend this way."

"Oh spare me, grayfish. Not like you have a girlfriend!" Mia barked, "see you at the cafe."

With that, she zoomed off leaving Grayson to ruffle his brown hair.

*

The evening air is chilly as Mia rode to her destination. She took a turn in an empty road, and her phone vibrated in her jogger pants.

Mia knew she shouldn't take calls, but screw the rules. With a hand, she picked the call.

"Mia," Tammy's trembling voice sounded.

"What's wrong, Tam?"

"It's mom."

"Mom?" Mia panicked, trying to stay focus on the road.

"Her heart failed, Mia. She has been rushed to the hospital," Tammy cried, and that's it.

Mia lost focus and didn't see a black Maybach parked on the road. Her eyes widened as her bike crashed into the car.

After a few minutes, she crawled out, sustaining a few injuries and gasped at the damage she caused.

'Is someone inside?' she thought.

Then she heard a cough and ran to the side of the car, peering at the tinted windows.

"Hello," she knocked on the window, ignoring the smoke coming from the front of the car. She has to get the person out quickly.

The door opened, and a huge frame staggered out and fell on her.

"Ouch, Sir!"

She winced as they fell on the road , with his body on hers.

"Why... did you betray me?" his sexy voice slurred as he nuzzled his nose in her hair, inhaling her scent. Mia groaned and pushed him off.

"Do you know we are in the middle of..."

She gasped, recognizing his face.

"You fool!" It's Xavier Singh.