Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

“Jesslyn, let’s not cause a scene here,” Zacharias urged.

“I was so worried. After such a big incident, you didn’t even tell me!” The girl complained. She just noticed Zacharias’ injured arm and took a step back. “Are you seriously hurt?”

“I’m not dead,” he replied. Then, he glanced at Shirley, who was silently observing. He cleared his throat and said, “Her name is Jesslyn Kurt, and she’s my friend.”

“What friend? I’m your girlfriend,” Jesslyn protested a bit too loudly. She looked at Shirley with a hint of arrogance, wanting to establish her position against this attractive female bodyguard. She pondered, Since when did he hire such a beautiful female bodyguard? I had no idea. Shirley smiled and greeted, “Miss Kurt, hello.”

“Could you please step out? We need some privacy,” Jesslyn said to Shirley. Shirley was more than willing to give them their privacy. She nodded and turned, opening the door before leaving.

depths

stop acting out of place in

him with some grievance. “I’m

my girlfriend. You grew up in

just grew up in your house. We’re like childhood sweethearts. I refuse to be your sister,” Jesslyn

about her. In his heart, she was simply a sisterly figure. However, she didn’t accept this identity. He hadn’t made it clear before, but today, he realized how important it was to define this relationship. At least it would prevent misunderstandings

but ponder Jesslyn’s intimate hug with the man just now. She pondered, What’s the nature of their relationship for them

be that of a scoundrel. Though outstanding,

using this time to take a short break. Just then, her phone beeped, and she picked it up to see a message from

Jesslyn looked at her in surprise. “What are

approached him and asked, “Is there anything you

for me,” Zacharias said. Shirley was momentarily