Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

“What?” Before Ellen could react, Jared held her cheeks in his hands and kissed her lightly on the lips. He then let go of her face and purred, “I prefer such a way of expressing your gratitude”

Ellen’s face immediately flushed red. Just as Jared was about to leave, she summoned her courage and wrapped her arms around his neck in the spur of the moment. Going up on her toes, she gave him a peck on the cheek.

Jared’s eyes shone with happiness. “I’ll see you tomorrow.”

“I’m going on leave tomorrow,” Ellen responded as she blinked. That reminded Jared of her leave. With his eyes narrowed, he asked, “Why do you need a day off?”

“Tomorrow is my brother’s death anniversary. I’m going to visit his grave, Ellen answered. honestly.

“I’m free tomorrow. I’ll go with you!” Jared immediately offered, effectively startling Ellen.. “Do you really want to go with me?”

with you.’ Jared nodded and continued, “I’ll

decided that he would accompany her tomorrow since he didn’t want to miss such an important

that Jared

Kevin’s grave all these years and had even planned to ask her future children-if

would visit two different cemeteries

deep breath.

were worthy of her being depressed about. She had to live her life well and focus on loving those who deserved it,

was watching television alone in Connor’s house. This was her usual routine and she normally would go to bed whenever

needed to socialize for the sake

had brought it up, she felt particularly uneasy tonight. Thus, she took her phone and gave her husband

the line. “Why haven’t you returned

around outside! You’ll perish in my hands, Olivia

coaxing Olivia in response. “Do you not trust me? Of course, I would never

pacifying his wife. Indeed, after he finished his sentence, Olivia felt that she was irreplaceable to him and laughed. “Don’t try to sweet-talk