Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Shirley felt Zacharias’ lips brushing her forehead. His scent smelled nice, and it filled her with a sense of security. She even felt sleepy.

Meanwhile, in the other car, Imogen replayed the entire failed plan in her mind, convinced she hadn’t shown any vulnerabilities. The only uncertainty was whether the kidnappers betrayed her. She believed they wouldn’t, as it served no purpose and would expose her as part of their group.

Once back at the hotel, Zacharias took Shirley back to the room. In the consistently warm space, Shirley removed her jacket. Then, a hushed voice broke the silence, saying, “Take them all off.”

She froze for a few moments, and she turned around. “Why?”

“I want to check your wounds,” he said seriously. His eyes were clear of any desire. Uncomfortable with the idea of undressing in front of him, Shirley shook her head. “It’s okay. I’ll check them myself in my room.”

Insistent, Zacharias declared, “I want to do it. What, are you still embarrassed?”

shirt, and only a black bra remained. Her voluptuous chest was revealed to his eyes. He was stunned. He knew she developed well, but

Mr. Flintstone,”

eyes and checked all the way from Shirley’s chest to her back. He saw four bruises, and he

it was him, she would show her weakness for some reason. She thought to herself,

hurt too?”

deal with the wounds on my

rub some

dust all over and looked grimy. After she went for a bath, he made

them about it,” Freddie

“She is,” Zacharias answered.

from inquiring further, he didn’t want Zacharias to

Roy’s door. She came into the

see her. “What is it,

you,” she said. She

approached him and said, “Captain, I’m the only