Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

“She got seven stitches. I’ve advised her to rest at the hospital,” Shirley replied. Zacharias nodded. “I see. You should check in on her.”

“I will,” Shirley assured, taking another sip of the hot tea. It was already around 10.00PM at this point. Just then, the sound of a car could be heard outside. Shirley immediately got up and went to the door, where she saw Tony hurrying over against the cold wind.

Shirley opened the door for him, and he said, while rubbing his hands together, “Goodness, it’s freezing! Uncle Zacharias, are you okay? I came back specifically to check on you.”

Zacharias wasn’t the least bit glad to see this third wheel and said, “I’m fine. You can go home now.”

However, having just got here, there was no way Tony would leave immediately. He grinned and said, “I’m not going anywhere! It’s freezing outside. Your place is the best. There’s food and drinks, and it’s cozy!”

Tony didn’t like being alone either. Despite having a spacious flat, it felt deserted, with only him living there. He much preferred his uncle’s place.

Tony complimented Shirley, who corrected him, “Call me

I can call you that too,” Tony joked. Shirley’s face turned red, and she

smile and watched

can’t I? You’ll be my uncle’s sooner or later,” Tony said

to Zacharias,

the couch with a smile and poured himself a cup of hot tea while saying, “I’ve sent Jesslyn

was she crying?” Zacharias asked with

of course! She likes you so much,

she’s no match for my goddess,

the side, Shirley clenched her fist as she

quirked brow. “It’s a public fact

she glared

you think he’s too old?” Tony asked directly, and Zacharias turned grim at once. This kid just has to bring this up. Is age even a

Shirly replied, “Yes, I don’t