DARK LOVE {The Obsessed Stalker}

CHAPTER 53 LIKENESS TO REVEAL

{OUTSIDE THE MANSION IN THE DEATH EMPIRE}
  Just then, the woman approached, and the clan members bowed and greeted her as "Great lady Hope." Just as Vienna had mentioned to her earlier, but Lily Rose had never met her.

And she couldn't denied that she is beautiful, even with a expensive outfit with....is it...a animal coat?.

Great lady Hope's eyes sparkled as she took in Lily Rose's beauty and innocent look. "Ah, Xavier's chosen one," she said, her voice warm. "I see why he's so smitten."

Lily Rose curtsied, unsure what to say. "Good morning, madam."

Great lady Hope enveloped her in a warm hug. "My dear goddaughter, it's lovely to finally meet you!, you can call me madam hope, okay?"

Lily Rose's eyes widened in surprise. "Goddaughter?"

Great lady Hope smiled. "Xavier's told me so much about you. I'm delighted to welcome you into our family."

As they walked together, the Queen Mother asked, "How are you feeling about the wedding, my dear?"

Lily Rose hesitated, unsure how much to reveal. But the Great lady Hope's kind eyes put her at ease. "I'm just a little nervous, madam."

The Great lady Hope nodded understandingly. "That's natural, dear. But you'll be fine. Xavier loves you, and that's all that matters."

"Loves me?, He also killed me, last night" she thought inwardly with a scoff

"Shall go to the garden?, Okay,mmm, please bring us some tea, let's go my dear" she held Lily Rose in the hand as they walked away with some guards and maids behind them.

{IN THE GARDEN}
In the garden, Lily Rose and madam Hope strolled along the winding paths, surrounded by vibrant flowers and the soothing sounds of a fountain.

Lily Rose felt at ease with the madam hope, who shared stories of Xavier's childhood and his rise to power. But Lily Rose's curiosity got the better of her. "Madam Hope, may I ask...how did Xavier survive death and become the mafia overlord?"

Madam Hope's expression turned somber, and she nodded. "Yes, child. Xavier's story is one of tragedy and triumph."

As they sat on a bench, madam Hope began to tell the tale. "Xavier was once a humble man, but fate had other plans. He was betrayed, left for dead, and forced to watch his family perish."

Madam Hope's voice cracked with emotion as she continued Xavier's story. "His own brother, Raymond, betrayed him over a property dispute. Flynn, his ex-best friend, fueled the fire with jealousy. And Sue Ellen, his ex-girlfriend, manipulated him for her own gain, becoming Raymond's mistress."

Lily Rose's eyes widened in shock,as she remembers the time when she was kidnapped, when they revealed themselves, and with that memory, she unknownly got angry. "That's horrific. How could they do that to him?"

Madam Hope's expression turned somber. "But there's more. Xavier also carries the pain of unrequited love...for you, Lily Rose."

Lily Rose's heart skipped a beat. "Me? But why?"

Madam Hope's voice was barely above a whisper. "Xavier had feelings for you, but he couldn't confess them. He thought you deserved better than a man with his dark past."

Lily Rose felt a surge of emotions: shock, sadness, and regret. She had no idea Xavier felt that way about her.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over the garden, Lily Rose realized the depth of Xavier's pain. She saw him in a new light, a man broken by betrayal and heartache, yet still capable of love.

Lily Rose's eyes widened in horror. "Oh no...that's terrible!"

Madam Hope's voice cracked with emotion. "But Xavier refused to give up. He rose from the ashes, fueled by his desire for justice and revenge."

Lily Rose's heart skipped a beat, but she focused on the madam hope's story.

Madam Hope continued, "Xavier's mask and hoodie are symbols of his past. He wears them to remind himself of the pain he's endured and the lives he's lost."

Lily Rose's eyes filled with tears. "I had no idea...he's been through so much. And I hated him "

Madam Hope's voice was barely above a whisper. "Yes, child. Xavier's heart is heavy with sorrow, but he's a good man blind by darkness. He deserves love and happiness."

As the sun began to set, casting a golden glow over the garden, Lily Rose felt a deep connection to Xavier's tragic past. She realized that their love was not just a romance, but a chance for redemption and healing.

Her phone buzzed with another text from Xavier: " Missing you, my love. Can't my Lily Rose,wait to see you,Coming home tonight , and Forever yours, my love." Then a smile appeared on her face.

{INSIDE THE MANSION,AN HOUR LATER}
As Xavier entered the mansion, he spotted his madam Hope and lily rose sitting in the living room with some tea and biscuits on the table. He walked over to madam hope, bowed his head, and greeted her with a kiss on her knuckles.

"Good evening, Queen Mother,I can see you two are getting along very well."he spoke as he kept his eyes contact on Lily Rose.

"Yes, dear we are, she is a good girl, perfect for you, you both have my blessings'. Madam hope placed her hand on Lily Rose's.

"You should rest, I want to talk to my fiancée," Xavier said, his voice filled with respect.

Madam Hope smiled, her eyes twinkling with warmth. "Ah, Xavier, always so thoughtful. Very well, I'll leave you two alone. But don't forget, tomorrow is the big day."

Xavier nodded, his expression serious. "I won't forget, Queen Mother. Thank you for everything."

As Madam Hope departed, Xavier turned to Lily Rose, his eyes locking onto hers. "Let's talk," he said, his voice low and gentle.

Lily Rose nodded, her heart beating slightly faster. She followed Xavier to the garden, the same place where she had learned about his tragic past.

Under the starry night sky, Xavier took Lily Rose's hand, his touch sending shivers down her spine. "I know I'm not the easiest person to love," he began, his voice filled with vulnerability. "But I promise to always protect and cherish you."