Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

“Do you know, Angela? I actually liked Richard solely because of his appearance! I’ve always been after good-looking dudes, as you know. Sure, he’s attractive, but I’m not sure why I feel this constant sense of pressure whenever I am around him; almost suffocating, I should say. To be honest, I don’t have the guts to like him; in fact, I’m even scared of him,” Annie explained as she sighed.

“Is that true?” Angela was surprised.

“Yeah! After some thoughts, I realized that he’s not for me, but he sure is for you! Now, get together! You should not be embarrassed just because I was engaged to him. Grandpa will be thrilled to have the Lloyds as his in-laws!” Annie exclaimed, her eyes wide with excitement.

Though her words had perplexed Angela, they also relieved her greatly. “Annie, thank you so much for understanding. I’m truly sorry,” said Angela as she reached out to hug Annie again.

“Angela, be brave and follow your heart! I am so thankful to have such an amazing brother-in-law!” Annie felt embarrassed when she patted Angela on the back and discovered she was in tears.

Angela’s eyes welled up and she pursed her lips, reaching out to wipe the corners of her eyes. The two of them then exchanged smiles.

“Are you worried about what my parents have to say? Relax and leave it up to me. I’ll deal with them.”

do that?” asked

think they’ll be happy if I bring

up again when she saw Annie trying

back to the car and Angela drove Annie home.

a least bit upset with her cousin as she sincerely wished that both

engagement as she believed that she was inferior to others in some ways. However, she now knew

unsuitable for her because he was cold and harsh; she preferred a man with a

fished out her phone, pretending to be on a call with someone. “Hey! I’m home. Please drive safely! Thank you for

the living room. Who is Annie talking with on

love you.” Annie finished her sentence softly

her voice in the quiet hall. When Annie entered the living room, she was deliberately startled and covered her phone

“Who were you on the

a friend!” Annie

friend? Is it a man or a woman?” Jennifer persisted in her

to answer, “Mom, it’s a male friend that I’ve had a crush on for two