Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Willow and some of the other team members were busy poring over the map of the islands with a magnifying glass as they tried to find clues regarding the exact location based on geomancy and astrological calculations.

She was still busy with her thoughts when the door opened. She didn’t turn around because she thought it was probably just one of the students who came in. However, Cameron’s voice rang out behind her. “Willow, the special representative, Mr. Hugh Wyatt, is here.”

Willow finally set the magnifying glass down and turned around to look at the newcomer with a polite smile. Her expression went from shock to joy in mere seconds and she nearly threw herself at him.

It was the meaningful look from him that made her compose herself. She cleared her throat and walked over to greet him courteously. “Nice to meet you, Mr. Wyatt. I’m Willow Presgrave, the sponsor of this archaeological expedition.” Willow held her hand out..

Jasper shook it and said, “I’m Hugh Wyatt, the special representative.” His crisp, deep, and magnetic voice drew the attention of three young women on the team. Oh, my! What a young and handsome special representative! Willow smiled. “Can I speak to you in private, Mr. Wyatt?”

“Of course.”

walked off. Jasper followed close behind. Willow opened the door and gestured for him to go in which he readily did. As soon as Willow closed the door, she threw herself at the man and flung her arms around his neck. “Why did

her from exerting herself. He looked down and said, “I’m on

startled. “You’re on your break right now? You came here just to protect me?” Her heart warmed as a dazzling grin spread out across her face. “That means you’re trying

and said nothing. “Are you or aren’t you?” Willow wanted a straight answer. “If you’re not, then I don’t want you to protect me.

Jasper wrapped his arms around her and rested his chin on her head. “Can you not expect quite so much from me? Isn’t it good that

It’s enough that I know he came because of me. Just then, Willow’s phone started ringing. She checked the screen and said nervously,

hired four chefs for you, Willow. They’ll follow you around the islands.” “That’s not necessary, Dad!” Willow chuckled awkwardly. “I’m not here on vacation. I’m working.

can’t get used to eating the food that’s available there?” Elliot was worried about his daughter and sorely wished he could head over and

with a smile, “Don’t worry, Dad! I’ll take good care of myself. In any case, many important people

that any meal she shared with this man would be an enjoyable one. “Okay. As you wish.” Elliot had no choice but to abide by Willow’s