Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

“He’s everyone’s idol here?” Willow chuckled. Shirley nodded. Earnestly, she said, “Ever since I got in, he has been the role model I aspire to be. He’s also the juniors’ idol too.”

Willow was surprised that Jasper was revered by everyone here.

“You still haven’t told me how you wooed him. Spill the tea,” said Shirley quickly. She had been training for three months. It was strenuous and arduous training day in and day out, and it had been a while since she had a moment of relaxation.

Willow told her how they met and fell in love. Shirley was happy that she found someone who loved her as much as she loved him. “I can’t wait for your wedding. I’m going to take a day off to attend it,” said Shirley. Some things would never change, one of them being the friendship between Shirley and Willow.

Their parents were best friends, and like their parents, they were friends as well. “Sure. I’ll tell you when we’re getting married,” said Willow.

“My training’s coming to an end. After that, I’m free,” said Shirley happily. She grew up in this place, so like her father, she was working for the country. Her father told her there would be a training camp for the newbie and chucked her into it.

“So, will you be working at your father’s base too?” Shirley narrowed her eyes. “No. I’m not

a brilliant woman. Bet a lot of people would want your services,” said Willow.

chatted for a whole hour. Eventually, Shirley got orders to gather at the

a single base, but the place was gigantic. Willow came by car. If she traveled on foot, it would take her half an hour just to

Jasper, he was busy working. Even though he was healing up, the man was still

your work.

Willow took a seat on the lobby’s couch and read a book silently, waiting

the bandage on his ears earlier in the morning. There was a scar behind his ears, but those were symbols of bravery.

well, but the doctor showed up at

exhaustion after lunch set in, and she

back out and saw Willow asleep on the couch. Carefully, he approached her and pulled the book out of her