Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Chapter 57

Chapter 57
“Feeling better?” Elliot asked in a deep voice.
The head-rush that made Anastasia sway on her feet was ebbing, but it was then that she suddenly realized Elliot was holding her in his arms. She quickly stepped backward to create some distance between them, only to bump into the table behind her.
“Ow!” she exclaimed.

The next second, she was pulled back into Elliot’s embrace, even though she had burrowed out of it mere moments ago.
When her face collided against the muscled planes of his chest, she heard a thud followed by a dull ache that spread over her cheekbone.
However, before she could fully register the pain, she felt a large palm clasp over her wrist.

She was in a stupor as she was pulled to the car that was parked by the curb. When the door on the passenger’s side opened, Elliot pressed her firmly into the seat.

As soon as she sat down, she fished out her phone and called her father’s number, only to hear Francis’ panicked cry on the other line.

safe, and I’m on my way to pick him up right now.” “What? Where’s Jared? Where is he?” “A kind shopkeeper is watching over him now and I’m heading over to pick

there is no way I’ll let her near Jared. With that in mind, Anastasia responded hastily, “Dad, I’m sure

to make sure that Jared is alright,” Francis insisted; he was so beside himself with worry that he thought his stomach might turn

“I know, but I’ll be right over to see you after I have picked Jared up,” she placated. She could get to the bottom of how Jared had gone missing by the end of the night since she suspected that Erica had something to do with it.

while she tried to recompose herself. Only heaven knew how terrified she had been earlier; she nearly lost her wits. This was the first time

she cried, “Jared!” “Mommy, Mommy, you’re here!” The little one ran up to her and threw his arms around her. She crouched low as well and

had been watching over Jared noticed the man standing behind Anastasia, after which she immediately thought in surprise, Wow, what a catch! This has to be the kid’s father. They look exactly like each other! With his handsome features and tailored suit, Elliot looked dazzling where

say anything, he seemed relieved as his gaze

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