Spectacular Surprise: Xavier Stuns Charity on Unforgettable Hometown Date in 'The Bachelorette' Sneak Peek

Charity Lawson's pursuit of finding love is nearing its conclusion, but a clear frontrunner has yet to emerge as the hometown dates approach.

At 27 years old, Charity has handpicked Aaron B., Dotun, Xavier, and Joey as the potential contenders for her heart. On Monday, July 31, these suitors will provide her with an unforgettable VIP experience in their hometowns. In an exclusive clip from The Bachelorette, Xavier captivates Charity with a romantic gesture in his home state of Ohio.

"Welcome to Cleveland!" Xavier, 27, enthusiastically greets Charity upon their reunion, playfully hinting at a surprise he has in store for her. Despite Charity's curiosity, he remains secretive about their upcoming plans.

Xavier introduces Charity to one of his beloved pastimes: knitting. "I picked up knitting as a way to relax," he confides to the camera. "I'm really looking forward to sharing this side of me with Charity."

As the couple attends a crafting class, Xavier guides his date with precision. "He's incredibly patient. I absolutely adore it," a fellow knitting enthusiast comments.

Charity beams as another observer comments, "It's just adorable how you both hold hands during the class."

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After spending time with the group, the pair find themselves sharing laughter, which leaves Charity with a sense of accomplishment regarding the date. "Witnessing a softer side of Xavier today fills my heart with joy," she excitedly expresses during a confessional.

Charity's doubts about Xavier's faithfulness nearly caused a rift in their relationship earlier this season. During their first one-on-one date, she expressed her concerns to Xavier, questioning if he was similar to her unfaithful ex. Xavier reassured her, sharing a deeply personal story about his mother's battle with multiple sclerosis and how it motivated him to pursue a PhD. He emphasized his willingness to do anything for his partner, just as his father always did for his mother. Xavier envisioned being the same kind of supportive husband and father for his future family.

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Xavier’s vulnerability moved Charity to tears. “For him to still find a purpose in all of this, it makes me look at him completely different,” she told the cameras.

Xavier admitted feeling anxious about the prospect of marriage, which left Charity feeling uncertain about their relationship. During the cast's trip to New Orleans, Xavier expressed his desire to get engaged and married, but admitted he was constantly evaluating their connection and searching for clarity. He acknowledged not knowing what would trigger him to truly fall in love, but remained hopeful that it would happen naturally.

Charity ultimately made the decision to give Xavier another chance, acknowledging her undeniable feelings for him. However, she recognized that only time would reveal if her choice was the correct one. Tune in to ABC on Mondays at 8 p.m. ET to watch season 20 of The Bachelorette.