Night of Destiny

Did this man insist on kissing her for a full ten minutes?

The passage of time remained ambiguous, but when Zacharias finally released Shirley, his breath was heavy, and his eyes bore a dangerous intensity, akin to a tiger ready to pounce. He delicately touched her forehead and uttered, “Go back to your room. Don’t come over again.” He struggled to contain the inner turmoil, attempting to release her. The fear of losing control over his sanity haunted him, uncertain of the consequences if he succumbed to the primal instincts within.

She was also obedient, but her legs were a bit weak. She whispered, “Good night.”

After speaking, she quickly left. Back in her room, Shirley lay on the bed, her heart racing. Thoughts of intimately kissing Zacharias consumed her mind. While reflecting on it, she sensed a profound emptiness within, as if she yearned for his embrace.

She immediately covered her flushed face and buried her head in embarrassment. What was wrong with her? How could she think of such things?

The next morning, she asked her father to send her passport. Although the distance was far, the delivery was fast, so it arrived on the second night. Zacharias arranged for her to complete the necessary procedures for going abroad.

Imogen was coming along this time. She had been secretly looking forward to it. Shirley packed her luggage, ready to depart at any moment.

Zacharias was busy with work these two days, and she hardly saw him during the day. Finally, departure time had come. Shirley climbed into the car, finding herself sharing the ride with Imogen.

“Shirley, let’s take care of each other when we are abroad,” Imogen said.

“Definitely!” Shirley nodded. The corners of Imogen’s lips curled into a smile. “Gosh, am I happy or what? I can’t believe I get to go abroad with Mr. Flintstone.”

Shirley’s chest felt tight at those words. She wanted to tell Imogen something. However, the fear of causing her friend pain held Shirley back. They had a close bond, and Shirley couldn’t bear the thought of hurting anyone, especially someone she considered a friend.

Shirley remained unaware that Imogen had orchestrated this situation with the intention of making her feel guilty.

Zacharias was already at the airport when the two women arrived. After they boarded the plane, Shirley and he were in the same cabin while the bodyguards were in another.

As Zacharias had many documents to review, Freddie was helping him organize. Shirley’s eyes had a hint of pain when she stared at him. When the plane was about to take off, Zacharias said to her, “Sit next to me.”

Shirley then moved to his side. Seeing this, he turned to her with a smile. As the plane accelerated, his hand naturally covered hers.

Shirley felt a warmth in her heart and silently allowed him to hold her hand. Freddie, who sat at the back, couldn’t see what they were doing.

This hidden love affair was like a sapling quietly growing in their hearts. Shirley didn’t struggle to define her feelings for Zacharias. She just followed her heart.

On the plane, Imogen wanted to go to Zacharias’ cabin, but her identity made it inconvenient for her to do so. She truly envied Shirley. It was a given for Shirley to accompany Zacharias.

It seems that the difference in their background and status made Imogen feel like all of this was unfair. She put in so much effort, yet she didn’t receive the deserved recognition and fair treatment. Therefore, she wanted to prove that she was not inferior. As long as it aligned with ethical principles, she would reach out and seize what she desired.

Shirley stayed awake the entire time during the flight of more than ten hours. Zacharias, on the other hand, took a nap after going through some documents, wearing an eye mask as he slept next to her.

In the quiet cabin, with only the sound of the plane outside, she leaned on the cushioned seat. Her gaze fell on the face of the man beside her.

The man wearing an eye mask displayed a proud nose, sensual lips, and a perfectly contoured jawline connecting to a masculine Adam’s apple.

Zacharias’ face was truly one that could drive women crazy. Shirley found herself getting lost in the sight. When she snapped back to reality, she realized she had been staring at the man for quite some time. Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.

Cradling her slightly heated face, she wondered why her mind and heart were now filled with images of this man.