Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

“Mom, is this Dad’s decision? Why didn’t he discuss it with me beforehand?”

“Didn’t you also act on your own?” Angela retorted. This incident almost scared her out of her wits. Her daughter not only tampered with the system’s name list but also lied to them about taking care of her grandmother, only to secretly intern at the Vice President’s Residence.

“Mom, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have done what I did, Shirley apologized.

“Alright, let’s put this behind us. Luckily, Mr. Flintstone didn’t hold you responsible, or else you’d be in trouble.” Angela also breathed a sight of relief, knowing her daughter had been too reckless. If Zacharias had pursued the matter, it wouldn’t have been easy for Shirley to avoid punishment.

Hearing that, Shirley felt her heart skip a beat and realized she had made a huge mistake. “Mom, you and Dad can rest assured. I will do my best while interning here.”

She dared not ask for more and hoped working hard during her internship could appease her parents,

“Also, watch your temper when you’re with Mr. Flintstone. That is not your home.” Angela reminded her daughter.

“I understand.”

because of your father and great-uncle’s status. You have

felt her heart tremble. Indeed, she had thrown several tantrums before Zacharias, and now that her

ending the call with her mother, Shirley changed into her uniform and pulled the door open. When she returned downstairs, she sternly spoke to the man who was watching the TV on the couch. “Mr. Flintstone, I haven’t been very respectful before.

Zacharias thought she was acting strange today, but he liked hearing

raised

clock.” Shirley carried

but he managed to hold back his smile. “Very

ring. When he

hand behind her back, saying nothing.

and I must return to the military

daughter and ended the call, so Zacharias turned to Shirley and told her,

not have something urgent to do. He just wants

Zacharias noticed it was about time

“It’s inappropriate for me to have a meal with