Night of Destiny (Anastasia and Elliot) novel Chapter 2538

Shirley took a step back in shock while Zacharias chuckled. “Are you afraid of me?” Glaring at him with her pretty eyes, Shirley grumbled silently, Is this man making fun of me?

“While we’re outside, you’re no longer my bodyguard but Miss Lloyd. Let’s sit down and have a meal as equals,” Zacharias said. Stunned, Shirley asked, “Is this also an order?” “Yes. I am ordering you.” Zacharias nodded. Releasing a slight breath of relief, Shirley agreed, “Fine. But don’t you complain to my father and say I’m slacking off.” Zacharias nodded and promised, “Don’t worry. I will sign my name on your internship documents.” Upon hearing that, Shirley felt relieved and sat down. The man elegantly poured her a glass of wine. “Relax. You seem very nervous.” Shirley immediately put her guard up after seeing the wine as she wasn’t a good drinker.

“I can’t drink wine, so I’ll have tea instead.” Once she said so, she poured herself a cup of tea.

After sitting down, Zacharias picked up the wine glass and took a sip. He was in an exceptionally good mood today. Initially, he thought she was going to leave, but he didn’t expect the Lloyds would let her stay with him. Though she would only be staying for three months, that period was very precious to him, and he vowed to make the young woman fall in love with him during this time.

While they were having lunch, the restaurant was very quiet. Since both of them were extremely well-mannered, the place seemed even quieter.

Zacharias’ gaze occasionally drifted toward the young woman opposite him. He looked at her as if he was appreciating a piece of art, an art that constantly stirred up his possessive instincts. He had encountered many women and numerous admirers, but the woman before him was the only one who truly ignited his desire. The urge to conquer her was surging inside him at any given moment.

“I’m full, so I’ll wait for you outside.” Shirley spoke and quickly got up. The uniform she wore accentuated her waist and legs, making her look slim but also bold.

Zacharias didn’t get up immediately but sat there and let out a light sigh. Getting to his position wasn’t that difficult, but why was pursuing a woman so difficult?