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

Zacharias was already gone, though he left a note for her. He told her to get breakfast after she woke up, and then someone would take her home. Shirley wanted to stay, but Zacharias was going to work

news that her father would bring his whole family back to the base for Christmas. That included her. Shirley

of things to settle at the base. Pack up

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

“Richard, you could’ve told Shirley about this.

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

Shirley back to the base. He was dealing with some dangerous people who had intel on a lot of stuff, including Shirley’s details. Shirley went back to her room. Resigned, she called Zacharias. I have to go back to

“Hello?” Zacharias asked.

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

meet after Christmas. I can’t leave work right now either, so you spend some time

will. You

I know. I won’t,” said Zacharias in a husky

to see you again before I leave.” Shirley bit her lip. Richard was in a hurry, though. They had