Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Jasper popped open a bottle of champagne and poured half a glass each for himself and for Willow. It felt like they were on a date under the candlelight. Willow held her glass and looked at Jasper with her mesmerizing eyes. She toasted, “Here’s to you, Mr. Wyatt.”

Jasper was stunned for a moment and gave her a toast. Willow sighed and said, “I’ve thought about it- let’s be friends! From now on, can we be friends?”

Jasper nodded. “Sure.” She was a little disappointed that he agreed to that, but she was optimistic about it. At the very least, she would hear from him. She would cherish the time she was able to spend with him.

Willow was hungry and started to enjoy the cheesy lobster on her plate. She was careless and the corner of her lips got stained with some sauce.

The man stared at her profoundly, but Willow was not aware of this. He hesitated for about three seconds before extending his arms and wiping off the sauce on her lips with his slender fingers.

she had stains on the corner of her mouth. She was

plate toward him and sliced her lobster into smaller pieces. Willow was delighted;

be overjoyed as she chewed. Jasper felt like he was on cloud nine too. Tonight, he left behind his work and his identity

the list of Top 10 Outstanding Figures.” Jasper toasted her. “Thank you!” They clinked their glasses, feeling blissful. Just

again. This man’s gentleness was her weakness. Her eyes flickered as she glanced toward the night sky, asking, “Is there any alcohol?” The champagne

little when I’m happy,” Willow said as she looked at

walked toward the alcohol cabinet and brought over a bottle of whiskey,

it and did not fancy it, but she wanted to try it. If

filled her plate with food. “Fill your stomach before drinking.” Willow nodded

more, but she was stopped

would not