Night of Destiny Novel by Vanessa K

They had just popped out of the cave when they heard sudden gunshots echoing in the darkness.

“They’re here. Move! Quickly!” Roy hissed urgently. Everyone immediately headed south. Zacharias reached out to take Shirley’s hand and intended to lead her away. Alas, she took her bodyguarding job seriously as she covered his six. “Don’t worry about me. I can handle this.”

“Miss Lloyd, just go! If you don’t go, how can Mr. Flintstone leave?” Freddie pointed out, knowing just what Zacharias was thinking.

“He’s right,” Zacharias spoke up immediately. Shirley could only turn to Nixon, “Mr. Nixon, you and the others cover our rear. I’ll lead him to our rendezvous point.”

“Go ahead, Miss Lloyd. We’ll take care of these people, Nixon said. She swiftly led Zacharias toward the east under the cover of night. The trees and rocky paths alongside the sandy beach made for a challenging route.

Alas, Shirley stepped on a rock in her hurry and slipped. Fortunately, Zacharias managed to reach out and grab her waist before she could fall. “Be careful.”

and also held onto

gunshots, they were being boxed in. Since they only had a few men protecting them, Shirley and Zacharias had no choice but to make a break toward the east. Even though they would end up looking like utter barbarians, they couldn’t afford to waste even

These helicopters were situated in a rather secluded area. So, they hadn’t been discovered by the enemy forces yet. Moreover, the enemies couldn’t monitor everything happening on

on board,” Shirley said to the man

together.” Zacharias reached for her hand and was determined not

she had someone else she couldn’t leave behind-Richard. She

She swiftly pulled something from a hidden compartment and fastened it around Zacharias’ wrist before securing the other end to the frame

as he saw her actions. Shirley swiftly delivered a punch to his neck, causing his eyes to widen in shock before he slumped

sting in their necks just witnessing her swift

of here!” Shirley urged as she exited the helicopter while handing the key to the handcuffs to Freddie.

you, Miss

him. Hurry! Go!” Shirley

understood one thing -Zacharias’ life was the priority, and they had to ensure his

into the

shoreline and watched as the helicopter vanished into the distance. She heaved a sigh of relief as she prayed for his safety above all