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.

you? You were just a toddler back then, but I still vividly recall our parents hurriedly hiding us in a safe house when

was precisely because of

that his daughter died while trying to solve 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

should have stopped

crowned prince doesn’t mean you have to unquestioningly obey his

seven times,

to lie, claiming you had locked yourself in

caught in the lie when it turned out you had actually called your grandma to ask

should have informed me about such

were meant to

in you,”

choosing not to

the blame for the situation was fine with me because, in truth, it was all

Justin,” Josephine asserted, pulling away from

her to refrain from saying anything that might lead to trouble, as the last thing I wanted was for Justin to report this incident to Lord Alexei and risk Josephine

need to cover up for Liam,” Justin replied

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

park when we

wanted us to return, but I got curious and

my fault,”

silent, seemingly processing

Justin was

me, seeking confirmation, but I shook my head subtly, urging him

how he is with his family and what

He’ll insist she returns.

time, I promise,” I linked

he said gently to her and then turned his attention

he ordered,

a reassuring smile as I followed Justin to

proceeded to my wing, and I knew she would be feeling anxious

cautious, Liam,” Justin advised firmly as we entered his room, and I

determined to find Sophia, but don’t jeopardise our lives in the process,” he

I disagreed, as checking on the fire had nothing to

it had nothing to do with Sophia,” I clarified, but he shook his head and picked up his remote

and a picture of a

he

message is for Prince

key to freeing your

share with you soon,” he conveyed, followed by

confirmed that they wanted us to be aware

and Lord Alexei have

from Lord Alexei yet, but I can only

you to be

have no idea who these people are

crucial that we stay vigilant as we proceed with our investigation,” he urged,

have rattled him after witnessing that scene, and it was clear

“I apologise, Justin.

won’t happen again,” I said

smiled warmly and nodded in

closer to ruffle my hair, but I quickly stepped back, wary

relaxed my guard, he seized the opportunity to

both shared a good laugh at the playful