Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Elijah shushed her and told her to come outside. “I need to tell you something. Miss Singed, but only you. Keep this a secret from your parents.”

“What is it?” Ruka felt her heart sink for some reason. “Mr. Husson was ambushed last night. A bullet hit him, and he’s in the hospital now,” Elijah said.

Ruka felt herself wobble. She covered her mouth, and tears welled up in her eyes. With a trembling voice, she asked, “Is he in danger?”

He quickly assured her, “Don’t worry. He’s not in any danger, but the loss of blood did weaken him a little. He needs someone to tend to him, and I think you’re perfect for the job.”

“Okay. I’ll pack up right away.” She went back into the house. Elijah heaved a sigh of relief. I hope Mr. Husson won’t yell at me when he sees her.

held her tears back and told her mother. “Mom. Ren wants me to stay over for a

her daughter and smiled. Ah, kids and their relationship. She felt

than her daughter’s happiness. Whether she stayed with them or not was fine. Ten minutes later, Ruka came back down with her luggage in tow.

luggage in the backseat, and Ruka took

were on their way there. She felt her heart thumping furiously as he recounted the tale. Tears were welling up

Elijah assured her that Ren was fine, she couldn’t calm down until she saw him herself. She wished time would go faster

the hospital, Ruka went ahead of Elijah. She was running, while

He was wheezing like an old

took the luggage from him

Mr. Husson won’t disappear,” he cracked a joke. They eventually came to the ward. Silas shushed them. “He’s asleep. Tread