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.

at her helplessly and didn’t push it anymore. After a moment, Freddie entered and led Zacharias out for a meeting. Then, Shirley followed him and saw him seated in the middle of a grand couch while chatting

the poised man exude a sense of dominance,

gaze, and she felt as if her mind would wander if she met his eyes. His

guests while Shirley ate with Freddie, who was welcoming toward

stand on stage with Mr. Flintstone during the speech later, Freddie

“Why?”

blinked her eyes in confusion. So, he explained with a smile, “You know that

have to do with me standing beside him

said matter-of-factly. Even though Shirley felt

has arranged for someone to stand beside Mr. Flintstone, so you needn’t

nodded. “Okay.” Of course, she would

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

there a problem?” she asked,

lock it. She was stunned and glared at