Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

The bathroom didn’t have a lock inside, so it made it easy for him to come in. When Shirley heard the door opening, she turned around and quickly hid herself in the steam. “Why did you…”

“We’re showering together.” Zacharias smiled and came in.

Shirley blushed. “Is it too late to say no?”

Yes. Zacharias held her waist and the back of her head, and then he kissed her. Shirley moaned and was pulled into Zacharias’ embrace. He led the action in the steamy bathroom. They then took the battle to the bed.

Shirley had no idea how much time had passed, but she was eventually exhausted, and she was usually a vivacious person. She lay in Zacharias’ arms languidly, with nary the strength to even open her eyes.

Zacharias was combing her hair. He was radiating warmth, like a tiger who had its fill. Shirley had a look of enjoyment on her face, a smile curling her lips.

Zacharias kissed her. “Sleep.”

didn’t even want to think. She was so tired, she just wanted to sleep, and she fell asleep in Zacharias’ arms a while later. He kissed her hair and fell asleep with Shirley in

to get breakfast after she woke up, and

would bring his whole family back to the base for Christmas. That included

at the base. Pack up your stuff, Shirley. We’re setting off at

parents would be at the base, and as their daughter, she had to

in the bedroom, Angela said, “Richard, you could’ve told Shirley about this. She’s confused right

Zacharias is dealing with some dangerous individuals right now, and he’s worried she

Zacharias called Richard and asked them to take Shirley back to the base. He was dealing with some dangerous people who had intel on a lot of stuff, including

“Hello?” Zacharias asked.

said we’ll be celebrating Christmas at the base. I

right now either, so you spend some time with your folks,” said Zacharias, consoling

to him. “I will.

I know. I won’t,” said Zacharias in

lip. Richard was in a hurry, though. They