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.”

nodded and also held

protecting them, Shirley and Zacharias had no choice but to make a

under the moonlight. 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

here. Get on board,” Shirley said

her hand and was

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

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

punch to his neck, causing his eyes to widen in shock before he slumped against

felt a sting in their necks just witnessing her swift and brutal

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

you, Miss

is still here. I can’t leave him. Hurry! Go!” Shirley turned and swiftly dashed into the

the priority, and they had to

rose into the night sky before disappearing

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