Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Donna understood the double entendre, but she pretended not to know, while Jenna caught the meaning and felt as if a boulder were crushing down on her chest.

“Okay. You don’t need to serve me. I’ll do it myself. Josephine lowered her eyes in embarrassment. Once lunch was over, Donna took Jenna by the hand and said, “Go for a walk with me, Jenna!”

Jenna smiled and said, “Let’s get Eeth to come with us!” “He still has work to do, so let’s not bother him. You can accompany me. There’s a church nearby that I’d like to see. Let’s head over there.”

Jenna was sorely disappointed that Ethan. wouldn’t be coming with them, but since Donna had extended a warm invitation to her, she couldn’t refuse. She had to force herself to perk up and do something she didn’t want to do.

Josephine was still staring in a daze as Donna left. Ethan put his arm around her waist and sighed in relief. “Well, we survived my mom’s trial.” Josephine blinked. “It’s over? Just like that?”

My mom likes you.” She did sense care and kindness from Donna. She hoped Donna would recognize Jenna’s true

On the other hand, Jenna was bored out of her mind. She eyed her surroundings listlessly and scorned the aged. look of the place. When Donna opened her eyes again,

bit. At last, Donna sat down on a bench and began to study Jenna so closely that the latter

had to ask. “You’re a good girl, Jenna. I hope you don’t stray off the right path.” Jenna couldn’t quite understand what Donna was saying. “Before I came here, you told me a lot about Josephine,” Donna continued. “You said she

mustn’t be fooled by her act! It’s only natural that she acts like a Goody Two- shoes in front of you,” Jenna swiftly cautioned,

feelings for Ethan, but matters of the heart can’t be forced. If Ethan

Jenna realized that Donna had seen right through her lies. She turned scarlet as she stammered,

Perhaps, Ethan only sees you as a younger sister. You’ll find

otherwise. “No, Mrs. Quarles. Please just give me a bit more time. I’m certain Eeth will

good family. It’ll be easy for you to find a man who’s even better than Ethan, Donna consoled. Jenna’s eyes flashed with resentment. What did Josephine do?! How did she get Mrs. Quarles to