Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

“You’re hurt!” Sophia hurriedly got off of

Arthur. They were both covered in dirt

and grass. The bodyguards leaped down to them, and two of them helped Arthur up to his

feet. “Are you alright, sir?”

He was feeling fine, other than the cut on his forehead that had been caused by a sharp tree branch and the various scrapes that littered his hands.

“I’m fine.” He dusted himself off before turning to look at her. “Did the snake bite you?”

“No, it didn’t.” She shook her head. Her face was still stark white from shock.

As they climbed back up to the peak, her gaze remained fixed on him. Her heart was pounding. When they rolled down the side of the hill, he had wrapped an arm tightly around her waist while his

other hand pressed her head against his chest. He had done it just to ensure she would not be injured.

he was

himself during the

The high and mighty young master had actually risked

fallen off a high cliff instead? From how tightly he

cleaned and dressed

his wits by the dangerous situation Arthur

alright, Young Master

Continue!” Arthur said with a wave

bodyguards spread out around them, area sweeping the for any signs of snakes. Even Sophia was starting to feel afraid of the grass around her. That snake had been the longest snake she had ever seen in her

with his analysis, Arthur had his men take photos of the area instead of making a decision

always easier

was a steep climb, which meant their descent was harder. One false move and

shuffled down the mountain while clinging to the surrounding branches. Her hand reached for the next branch, only to grab a long leaf instead. Suddenly, pain shot through her hand as the sharp

hiss, pulling her hand back to inspect

behind her. He frowned. and said, “Let

her palm.

he inspected her hand.

He then moved to walk in front of her. When they reached

turn around and give her a

time that happened, she would notice the wounds on his fair hands, making her heart