The Dark Side Of Fate

Alpha Justin ~Liam~ Josephine and I lingered outside, anxiously awaiting the arrival of the ambulance.

The woman’s condition was critical, and though the odds seemed bleak, we clung to a glimmer of hope that the medical team would save her life.

My mind couldn’t escape the haunting question: why would anyone want to harm a mere housekeeper? It baffled me as we stood there, trying to make sense of the senseless act.

Throughout the traumatic ordeal, Josephine tightly held onto me, seeking comfort and solace.

I wished I could shield her from the gruesome scene we had just witnessed, sparing her the burden of such a disturbing sight.

With heavy hearts, we both knew our plans for the evening were shattered.

The experience was too overwhelming to carry on as if nothing had happened, so we decided it was best to call a cab and return to the safety of the pack house, where we could process this unsettling event together.

“I apologise for how everything turned out, Jo.

I truly wanted us to enjoy ourselves,” I expressed as we strolled toward the road.

She interlocked her hand with mine, offering a comforting touch.

“Putting the housekeeper incident aside, I genuinely had a great time, Li,” she confessed, and the sincerity in her voice brought a sense of relief to my troubled mind.

I hailed a cab, and we entered.

I was determined not to let any distance come between us.

Pulling her close to my body, she nestled in, and a wave of calm washed over me.

In that moment, holding her close, everything else seemed to fade away, and I cherished the connection we shared.

The drive to the packhouse was brief, and we soon arrived.

It being late at night, my assumption was that everyone would be asleep.

To avoid encountering or disturbing anyone, Josephine and I quietly made our way toward the staircase, intending to head to my wing.

However, our path was unexpectedly blocked by Justin, whose expression revealed clear anger—undoubtedly related to the incident at my grandmother’s house.

“What the Fuck, Li!” he exclaimed, causing Josephine to flinch slightly.

Josephine wasn’t an alpha, so she couldn’t help but feel intimidated by Justin’s imposing presence.

She clutched my arm tightly, seeking reassurance, and I glanced at Justin.

“Please, let’s keep it calm,” I linked him, hoping to diffuse the tension.

His gaze shifted to Josephine, and he realised his mistake, acknowledging her vulnerability in this situation.

“Why would you jeopardise both your lives like that? What if the assailants were still there in that house? Why did you even decide to go there in the first place? When did you leave this place?” he questioned, clearly agitated and concerned.

He resembled my grandparents whenever they feared for my safety.

“You know this isn’t a game, and you’re not supposed to take matters into your own hands.

Why involve Josephine in all of this, Liam?” he pressed, leaving me speechless as I had no valid response.

He was the one in charge, not me.

“Taking Josephine along was reckless.

had happened to both of you? You were just a toddler back then, but I still vividly recall our parents hurriedly hiding us in a safe house when the Stepanovs clashed with the

because of situations

a case you brought to the table? Do you think he will consider the bond between our families? This kind of behaviour is what I expected from Noah and Sebastian but not from you, Li,” he expressed, his gaze shifting to

have

he’s an alpha and the crowned prince doesn’t mean you have to unquestioningly obey his orders,” he

father tried calling seven times, desperately

locked yourself in your room and were

it turned out you had actually called

have informed me about

meant

can’t help but feel disappointed in you,” he

remained silent, choosing not

fine with me because, in truth,

Justin,” Josephine asserted, pulling away from me

to refrain from saying anything that might lead to trouble, as the last thing I wanted was for Justin to report this

to cover up for Liam,” Justin replied sternly, but Josephine

the impulsive type, and you know it,” she countered, and I

park when we heard

return, but I got

was all my fault,”

seemingly

could sense that Justin was at a loss for

my head subtly, urging him not to reveal this to Lord Alexei,

know how he is with his family

He’ll insist she returns.

more careful next time, I promise,”

said gently to her and then turned

he

to give her a reassuring smile as I followed Justin to his

proceeded to my wing, and I knew she

as we entered his room, and

you’re determined to find Sophia, but don’t jeopardise our lives in

as checking on the fire had nothing

to do with Sophia,” I clarified, but he

the television, turning it on, and a picture of a man wearing a ski mask

ago,” he informed me, pressing play

message is for Prince

freeing your

conveyed, followed by

that they wanted us to be aware of

father and Lord Alexei

haven’t heard from Lord Alexei yet, but I

I need you to be

people are or

vigilant as we proceed with our investigation,” he urged, and now I understood the reason behind his

that scene, and it

“I apologise, Justin.

promise it won’t happen again,” I said sincerely, knowing he deserved an

smiled warmly and

playfully, attempting to come closer to ruffle my hair, but

in mock surrender, and the moment I relaxed my guard, he seized the opportunity

good laugh at