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?

and relax. Also, I want you there with me,” Jared said with a directness that

moon together on the beach.

her off at home. Instead, they cruised around town at

loving the moment. She wasn’t after anything in particular, and she just wanted to be near him. If only time could just freeze like

area. Suddenly, he asked, “Do

if I crash at your place for a bit?” Jared said before hopping out of

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

to Ellen’s place, Jared made. 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

Should I stay here

you need anything.” Ellen finally decided

smirked a little, cracking open his eyes. He was indeed tired, though. Crashing at Ellen’s place

back out, only to find that Jared had fallen asleep. She stepped over to him as quietly as

man looked good even when he was sleeping. I have to admit that he looks pretty good

to turn around when she heard a low male voice behind her. “This couch is not that comfortable to sleep on; can