Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Chapter 383 Be Friends or Strangers

Soon, Anastasia recalled her father’s words, remembering her mother had been urged to save an innocent life due to the urgent situation. After all, she knew her mother wouldn’t have stood by and watched while a six-year-old kid was about to get killed. Convinced that everyone had an instinct of protecting the weak, she believed her mother was motivated by the same reason before she risked herself to save an innocent life.

“I don’t blame you and your grandma.” Nonetheless, Anastasia couldn’t convince herself to let go of the past as Riley’s words made her realize she could never fall in love with Elliot. After all, she couldn’t get over the fact that he had indirectly caused her mother’s death, which held her back from falling in love with him because she thought it would be unfair to her late mother if she did that. “We could be friends,” Anastasia said.

Meanwhile, Elliot was annoyed by Anastasia’s reply, finding it ironic to hear because he was just trying to comfort her a few moments ago.

Friends? No way! I’ll never accept our relationship as friends!

“Well, I suppose friends can become lovers and marry each other later on. Don’t you think so?” Elliot emphasized his point.

replied, “No. We’ll either

knowing that Riley had said many unpleasant things to her that made her reject him. “Alright, I respect your wish. We’ll be friends then.” Elliot took a step back, but not before he demonstrated his authority over her by giving her

was rendered speechless by the man’s words, thinking his domineering and possessive character hadn’t changed one

me. I’ll marry no one else but

blushed as her embarrassment overwhelmed her even though she didn’t meet Elliot’s eyes. “My

just stay single for each other for

he wins. While Anastasia helplessly patted her forehead, Francis entered the building from the rain. When he heard Elliot was in the lounge, he quickly came over to greet him. “I didn’t know you’d be here, Mr.

Mr.

the situation as a businessman. After all, Tillman Constructions would be backed by Elliot’s powerful influence if they got together.

him after Francis left, he saw the lady looking at

her guest? By showing me the door? Elliot was rendered speechless. “I’m not leaving yet. I’m going to have lunch with you and accompany you to pick up Jared. Then, I’m going to have my dinner at your place later at night.” In fact, Elliot had figured out his plan for the day. His phone rang just then, whereupon he picked it up and said, “I’m not going back to the office today. Please cancel all my meetings.” Before Rey could remind Elliot about his work, the latter ended the