Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Selena stayed behind at the restaurant for nearly ten minutes before she descended the stairs. Of course, she drove herself there earlier. To avoid any awkward scenes, she had to wait till Jared’s car left before she came down.

In the meantime, that sports car was moving along a busy road. Ellen was momentarily at a loss for words, so the atmosphere inside the car felt rather tense.

“I can tell your cousin isn’t nice to you at all.” Jared broke the silence. “How?” Ellen asked curiously.

“She wasn’t even there to meet her friend for dinner. I reckon she followed us to the restaurant. As your cousin, she didn’t even care about your feelings and continuously neglected you while she bombarded me with topics.”

She blinked in amazement. I can’t believe he noticed that. Then, she forced a smile. “My cousin’s family is the wealthiest among our extended family. She had a better childhood than mine.”

“That’s not a reason for her to belittle you.” He shot her a deep look. Even as an outsider, he could not stand Selena’s behavior toward her. “I’m used to that.” Ellen smiled.

her home, Jared frowned. upon seeing the dilapidated building

I have until the end of this month,” she replied with a smile. At least she would get

is under me,” he confessed. She could not help exclaiming in shock, “Is your company in charge of the resettlement

delighted to hear that. “That’s such a coincidence.” “Go home. Give me a call if you need any help

house and switching on the lights. Although this place was run down, to

while after Jared left, a shabby SUV arrived at her doorstep. Garrett came out of the car and knocked on her door without saying a

a huge fright, and she immediately rushed over to the door

His drunken voice rang from outside. It was

a bit, Ellen began to feel terror. She immediately thought of seeking help. as she yelled at the door, “Garrett, it’s late now. I’m about

If you don’t, I’ll stay right here banging on your

such circumstances, Ellen grabbed her phone and intended to call her uncle over for help. However, as she dialed his number, he did not answer the call despite the call being put through. On the other side of the door, Garrett continued to

felt her heart tighten and suddenly recalled Jared, who had left not long ago. Can I

I’ll be able to get you even if