Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Imogen’s smile disappeared as she watched Shirley accompany Zacharias into the lobby while she could only stand next to the bodyguard’s car and wait for orders.

The difference in treatment made her feel unjust. Shirley followed Zacharias to his office door, and he told her, “Come on in.”

And so, she entered with him as he turned around to order Freddie, “Two cups of tea.”

Then, Freddie asked an assistant to send the tea in while Zacharias sat on his chair, looking serious and confident, radiating a charismatic aura.

The assistant brought the cups in and placed one before Zacharias and the other in front of Shirley before leaving. Zacharias looked up and told Shirley, “Sit. You don’t need to be so tense here.”

“I’m here to work, not enjoy my time.” Shirley didn’t accept his preferential treatment.

it anymore. After a moment, Freddie entered and led Zacharias out for a meeting. Then, Shirley followed him

a sense of

hint of a smile in his gaze, and she felt as if her mind would wander if she met his eyes. His smile could easily make one

lunchtime, Zacharias had to eat with the guests while Shirley ate with

don’t need to stand on stage with Mr. Flintstone during the speech later,

“Why?”

in confusion. So, he explained with a smile, “You know that Mr. Flintstone

have to do with me standing beside him on

to focus on the speech, and you’ll distract him if you stand beside him,” Freddie said matter-of-factly. Even though Shirley felt that

stand beside Mr. Flintstone, so you needn’t worry. We’ve made sufficient arrangements this time. Nothing

course, she

the meal, Zacharias needed some rest, and Shirley stood guard outside his office door. Then, he suddenly

there a problem?” she asked, to which he answered,

so, Shirley entered his office, only to hear him shut the door and lock it.