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.

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

and their relationship. She felt happy that her daughter found

them or not was fine. Ten minutes later, Ruka came

almost broke out into a run. Elijah put her luggage in the backseat, and Ruka took the passenger seat. Elijah drove straight to

her heart thumping furiously as he recounted the tale. Tears were welling up in her eyes again, but she held it back. On closer inspection, her hands were trembling slightly

well. Even though Elijah assured her that Ren was fine, she couldn’t calm down

She was running, while Elijah was chasing her with the luggage in tow. Oh god,

Singed. It’s alright.” He was wheezing like an old

realized that he was already wheezing. Oh, he’s hurt too. She took the luggage from him apologetically. “Sorry, Elijah. I was really nervous. I forgot

he cracked a joke. They eventually came