Chapter 1188

Xavier was dressed in a black tracksuit. His short hair had grown out a little, no longer as crisp and sharp as before, which only made his eyes appear deeper and more intense. There was a cold, mysterious air about him. Even now, Maddie couldn't deny he was handsome. Though that man from her past had once held a place in her heart, she had to admit Xavier was far more outstanding. But first loves always left the deepest marks. Even now, the mere thought of that man still made her heart flutter. "Get in," Maddie said, opening the passenger-side door and inviting him in. Xavier ducked into the car and folded his long legs as he settled into the seat. A group of young nurses had gathered by the hospital's entrance. All of them cast sidelong glances in his direction. Maddie ignored them completely. Once she was behind the wheel, she stepped on the gas and headed toward the back of the castle. Before long, a gray house came into view. The front door was tightly shut and guarded by