Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

With that thought in mind, she tried her best to keep herself at ease. Ren set her down on the edge of the bed and she snuggled under the covers herself. She even scooted over to make some room for him.

Ren got in bed and turned the lights off. Ruka’s heart skipped a beat as he reached out to pull her close. She was tucked securely against his broad chest.

It just so happened that she was pressed up against his heart. She could hear the steady, powerful beating of his heart, and her own began to pound a little wildly.

She reached out to wrap her arms around his waist. In the darkness, he pulled her chin up. Once her head was tilted high enough, she felt something warm pressing against her lips. His kiss came without any warning.

He was not in a rush. His kiss was slow and tender as if he were savoring the taste of her lips. The fresh scent of mint did nothing to affect the dominance he displayed. It was as if she was his gift one that he needed to unwrap as patiently as possible, instead of doing it with force.

She could not think of anything else apart from drowning in his passion. The warmth

Then, disaster struck!

familiar sensation and hastened to push him away. “Hm? What’s the matter?” His hoarse voice rang

just started… just now…” Ruka’s cheeks were burning up in utter embarrassment. Oh gosh! No wonder

at this moment. To avoid staining his bedsheets, Ruka quickly jumped off the bed

or otherwise, it would be mortifying if he had to

she decided to return to his room, but when she opened her door she saw him waiting

his eyes, she felt like he was going to eat her

feeling a little frustrated too, but what could he

and pulled her into a hug. “Sleep in my room.” Ruka shook her head. “I can’t. I might.