Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Chapter 9 Inheritance Conflict

Knowing the strained history between the ladies, Francis glared at Naomi and lectured her. “Anastasia and her son just arrived, so there is no need for you to be so sarcastic. Get along well with her, would you?!”

“Who is the kid, Mom?” Erica showed up on the stairs and became curious when she saw her father with a child in his arms.

“Watch your mouth! This is your nephew whom your sister gave birth to when she was living abroad,” Naomi answered unhappily.

Erica’s eyes were instantly left wide open. “What?!” She then walked down the stairs and closer to Anastasia. “Why didn’t you let us know about your child? What’s wrong? He can’t be seen?”

“How could you say something like that, Erica? Jared is part of our family now, so I want you to take back your words.” Francis unhappily glared at the lady.

Naomi noticed her husband’s reaction and immediately harbored a greater grudge toward Anastasia, finding it hard to believe that his attitude toward Erica changed so much just because of Jared.

“D-Dad, I’m just showing my… concern for her!” Erica bitterly stood up for herself.

“Come here. I’ll take you to the garden for a walk.” Francis wanted to bond with Jared.

As soon as Francis left with Jared, Erica approached Anastasia with a glacial smile. “You had an affair with some married man and gave birth to that illegitimate child, didn’t you?!”

While Anastasia’s eyes were filled with hatred, she could never forget what Erica and Hayley did to her back then. For that, she told herself that she would never forgive both of them because of what they did to her. “My business is none of yours,” Anastasia coldly replied.

ago. In that instant, she began to feel even more jealous of Anastasia’s beauty. She thought

here, but I warn you—forget about whatever silly idea you have in your mind. This family has

his company, my grandparents invested in it too, but you both had the cheek to take everything without

“You…”

I drove you away from the Tillman Family five years ago, and I can always do the same thing again.” Erica

which has nothing to do with you both at all. Furthermore, my dad can do whatever he wants with his inheritance, which is, again, none of your concern.” Anastasia refuted Erica and Naomi, ridiculing both of

of that, don’t you ever think that you’re going to get a bigger share of

I’m going to make sure he lives a long life so that you both can forget about inheriting his fortune.” Anastasia gave a cold reply, knowing that Erica and Naomi only loved her

but immediately talked back to save herself from the embarrassment. “He

talking about,

the maid proceeded to serve the dishes while Francis told her to prepare two more dishes that were not spicy for his grandson. Seeing that, Naomi and Erica were steaming because

your occupation, Anastasia?” Francis asked curiously

I was living abroad,

bad. Bourgeois is quite a big name.” Francis complimented

job too, Dad! I’m currently interviewing as an auto salon model.”

job is that? You’d better quit before you embarrass me.” Francis

having fun while exploring the opportunities around her. I’m sure she’ll come to

What can she do in my company? A

the other hand, Erica harbored a strong grudge toward Anastasia, blaming her

She even took part in the International Jewelry Design

Jared, I’m going to get you a present later

thank you, Grandpa!” The little boy politely expressed

glad that her father was so fond of Jared despite her surprise, Naomi and Erica were growing more and more annoyed with the child’s presence, deeming him a scheming little boy they should