Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

Tony wasn’t going to leave without getting anything.

“What do you want?” Zacharias knew his nephew wasn’t one to acquiesce that easily.

“I’m kinda tight on money lately.” Tony was delighted. I can get money from him now.

“How much do you want?” Zacharias narrowed his eyes dangerously.

“Not much. Fifteen grand.” It’s not easy getting fifteen grand from him. Zacharias scoffed. “Fifteen hundred.”

“I’m not leaving, then. I’m going to stay here tonight. You’re not going to flirt with my goddess.” Tony opened the door and was about to get in. Zacharias relented. “Fine, I’ll do it.”

smile. “Give me the money before you leave. I don’t want you breaking

himself. Man, that was quick. Maybe I should’ve asked for more. He could’ve given me 75 grand

can’t have this guy here ruining things for

When he came back into the lounge, Shirley was having some water. He pretended he had to leave. “See you next time,

look. The guy took his car key and

him how he managed to chase Tony out. She pretended none of this

took the glass of water and gazed at Shirley. “Do you think I’m still

a moment. Zacharias’ gaze was like fire, and

yours tonight.” Zacharias put the glass down and hugged Shirley. “Work’s important, but you’re more

much, and that hug squeezed out all her longing for him. She rubbed her cheeks against his chest. “Okay,

her up and carried her in his arms. Shirley giggled, wrapping her

tire you out. Put me

upstairs instead. Shirley enjoyed his firm hold on her. She felt safe and secure in his arms. She thought

His bed.