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.

prettier as the latter gave off a more dominating aura now, compared to who she was five years ago. In that instant, she began to feel even more jealous of Anastasia’s beauty. She thought there would be no one else in her way after the former left the Tillman Family, only to be

don’t know what you’re up to coming back here, but I warn you—forget about whatever silly idea you have in your mind. This family has nothing to do with you at all.” Naomi threatened

father first built his company, my grandparents invested in it too,

“You…”

your place, Anastasia. I drove you away from the Tillman Family five years ago, and I can always do the same thing

to do with you both at all. Furthermore, my dad can do whatever he

that you’re going to get a

inheritance. Do you want him gone so badly? If that’s the case, I’m going to make sure he lives

save herself from the embarrassment. “He is my husband,

you talking about,

prepare two more dishes that were not spicy for his grandson. Seeing that, Naomi and Erica were steaming because they could tell from Francis’ eyes that Anastasia was beginning to regain

occupation, Anastasia?” Francis asked curiously

when I was living abroad, and

quite a

as an auto salon model.” Erica desperately introduced her job to

job is that? You’d better quit before you embarrass me.” Francis shot a gaze at Erica, giving her a

exploring the opportunities around her. I’m sure she’ll come to your company

my company? A receptionist?” Francis

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

impressive designer. She even took part in the International

going to get you a present later in the afternoon, so just tell

you, Grandpa!” The little

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 be wary about,