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.

Jared frowned. upon seeing the dilapidated

end of this month,” she replied with a smile. At

is under me,” he confessed. She could not help exclaiming

nodded. She was delighted to hear that. “That’s such a coincidence.” “Go home. Give me a

watched as he drove off into the distance before entering her house and switching on the lights. Although this place was run down, to her, it was the most comfortable

of the car and knocked on her door without saying a word

banging gave Ellen a huge fright, and she immediately rushed over to the door and asked,

voice rang

seeking help. as she yelled at the door, “Garrett, it’s late now. I’m about to

you do that. If you don’t, I’ll stay right here banging on your door.” Garrett was a rogue and

circumstances, Ellen grabbed her phone and intended to call her uncle over for help. However, as she dialed his number, he

her heart tighten and suddenly recalled Jared, who had

and open the door, you brat! Or else, I’ll kick it down. I’ll be able to get you even if you hide