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.

toddler back then, but I still vividly recall our parents hurriedly hiding us in a

was precisely because of situations

while trying to solve a case you brought to the table? Do you think he will consider

should have

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

tried calling seven times, desperately wanting to speak with

you had locked yourself in your

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

have informed

meant to

disappointed in you,”

silent, choosing

with me because, in truth,

his fault, Alpha Justin,” Josephine asserted, pulling away from me to face

anything that might lead to trouble, as the last thing I wanted was for

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

know it,” she countered, and I saw a glimmer in Justin’s eyes,

park when we heard the

to return, but I got

all my fault,” she confessed,

fell silent, seemingly

sense that Justin was at a loss

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

Justin, you know how he is with his family and

He’ll insist she returns.

be more careful next time, I promise,” I linked

gently to her and

he ordered, and Josephine looked

to give her a reassuring smile as

and I knew she would be feeling

firmly as we entered his room, and I

find Sophia, but don’t jeopardise our lives in the

I disagreed, as checking on the fire had nothing to do with

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

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

ago,” he

is for Prince

to freeing your girlfriend lies

soon,” he conveyed, followed by an unsettling image

that they wanted us

father and Lord

yet, but I can only imagine what’s going

you to be

who these people are or

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

him after witnessing that scene, and it was clear that the situation demanded heightened awareness

“I apologise, Justin.

again,” I said sincerely,

smiled warmly and nodded

playfully, attempting to come closer to ruffle my

guard, he seized

a good laugh at the