Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Zacharias took Shirley’s hand. “Let’s go. Let’s enjoy ourselves over the next three days.”

Shirley followed him into the resort. A group of servants were welcoming them, giving them presents and flowers. Shirley took the flowers. A steward said, “Sir, madam, please take a break on the second floor. We shall serve afternoon tea shortly.”

Shirley was stunned. Madam? Do these people not know the relationship we share? Do they think I’m his wife?

Zacharias held his laughter in. He put an arm around Shirley’s shoulder and said, “Let’s head to the second floor then, madam.”

Shirley pursed her lips, holding her laughter in as Zacharias took her to the second floor. Right after they came to the landing, she gave Zacharias a questioning look.

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felt nervous being addressed that way. “I do. Shirley smiled. She then convinced herself, “It’s not like anyone else is going to hear

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tell my folks we’re dating once we get back home. We don’t have to be worried about

their seats in the lounge on the second floor. Shirley was tired and hungry from the trip here, for it had taken them nearly three

them. The servants were holding exquisite platters, and the food was exquisite. This

servants had taken their leave, Shirley picked up a nice piece of toast and took a bite.

when Shirley said the toast was nice, he took her wrist and fed himself with her toast. He bit

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eyebrow. Shirley felt her cheeks burning up, but

place was gorgeous; even a little time in the garden could cheer her up. Zacharias went

Shirley was more captivating still. He only had