Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Selena purposely said frustratedly, “I should honestly get my parents to tell Uncle Garrett and the others off. How could they do this to you?”

“Thanks, Selena.” Ellen felt revolted in her heart. She knew for a fact that Selena was putting on an act, yet she was forced to play along with her. What she was experiencing now was utterly discomforting for her.

“President Presgrave, have some tea.” Selena stood up and took the teapot to fill Jared’s teacup. “Thank you,” he replied in a low voice.

Compared to Selena, Ellen was naturally not as adept at interacting with others. After Selena took a seat, she lifted her cup. “President Presgrave, I’d like to propose a toast.”

He lifted his teacup slightly to toast her. Instantly, she beamed widely and took over the role of the host instead. “President Presgrave, I’m so impressed by your achievements. You’re tasked to run such a major company at a young age. You must be outstanding!”

Meanwhile, Ellen sat by the side and remained silent. She secretly felt dejected and resigned. Before she knew it, she accidentally choked on her tea while out of focus.

coughed twice, and Selenal slapped her on the back quite roughly. Though she appeared to

turned to look at Ellen

before turning to Selena and noticing the smug smile on her face that was only comprehensible

the one who practically dominated the conversation as she came up with various topics

the audience there. Compared to Selena’s impressive upbringing, Ellen’s upbringing was pretty much not worth

had been well brought up since he was young; although he did not enjoy the conversation with Selena, he did not reveal the slightest hint of

had triggered the displeasure of the two, On the contrary,

followed her action and asked, “How was

the brim,” Ellen replied with

down her fork and parroted. “I’m stuffed

up. Yet, she was told upon arriving at the counter that the

beamed widely. She was slightly embarrassed

that next time.” He rose to his

look at Ellen. What? President Presgrave is setting up another date

bill beforehand next time,” Ellen instructed with a smile, “Sure. Let’s go. I’ll send you home.” He was ready