Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Shortly after, they pulled up at the restaurant Jared often visited in the sports car. There, Ellen gave him a once-over under the bright light. He had faint dark circles under his eyes like he hadn’t slept in ages.

Jared was glued to his phone, sorting through work emails. Even without looking up, he could tell she was staring at him. But under her gentle gaze, he felt at ease and felt no awkwardness from her checking him out.

After a moment, he finally lifted his head to look at her. He could tell she was a bit shy, which he found pretty cute. “So, what’s on the agenda for tomorrow?” he asked.

“I’m probably going to my uncle’s house for his birthday.” “What time?”

“It’ll probably be noon because other relatives will go over too.” Ellen shrugged; she wasn’t too sure. “Got it. You’re mine for the night then,” Jared stated with some dominance.

Ellen blushed at his words. That sounded suggestive. What exactly did he mean by that? All night long?

just want to kick back and relax. Also, I want you there with me,” Jared said with a directness that caught Ellen

time they watched the moon together on the beach. She

cruised around town at a leisurely pace, soaking

particular, and she just

at the entrance to Ellen’s residential area. Suddenly, he asked, “Do you have a guest room at

do.” “I’m tired. Mind if I crash at your place for a bit?” Jared said before hopping out

looked at him, a bit concerned. She nodded and replied, “Sure. Just take a rest and then head out

himself comfortable. He didn’t even bother going to the guest room; he just laid down on the couch. His long legs were stretched out with one arm propping his head. Under the light, Ellen could see his muscles

to do with herself. Should I stay here with him

finally decided that it would be too awkward to stay. Thus, she went back to her

eyes. He was indeed tired, though.

that Jared had fallen asleep. She stepped over to him

looked good even when he was sleeping. I have to admit that he looks pretty good even when he’s sleeping but staring at him for too long makes me feel all fluttery inside, and that’s not good. So, it’s best not to

heard a low male voice behind her. “This couch is not that