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?

do tomorrow night?” she asked, curious. “I just want to kick back and relax. Also,

beach. She nodded and replied, “All right, just hit me up with the details tomorrow

at home. Instead, they cruised around

after anything in particular, and she just

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

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

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

going to the guest room; he just laid down on the couch. His long legs were stretched out with one arm propping his head.

I stay here with

head to my room now, President Presgrave. Let me know if you need anything.” Ellen finally decided that it would be too

He was indeed tired,

showered and came back out, only to find that Jared had fallen asleep. She stepped over to him as quietly as can be to check on

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

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