The Dark Side Of Fate

The Beating Of His Heart ~Josphine~ Justin vented his frustration towards Liam, who remained silent and took the blame even though I was the one who convinced him to go to the place in the first place.

The guilt weighed heavily on me and I imagined what Justin must have endured when the King called, desperately trying to speak with Liam, and Justin having no idea how to reach him.

The King’s worry was entirely understandable.

The circumstances had led to everyone being evacuated from Grizlo for a valid reason.

It was only natural for him to be on high alert when something happened, especially since the incident took place at his mother’s house.

I recognised the legitimacy of his fear, and I felt awful for causing so much concern and putting Liam in a negative light with Justin.

I couldn’t shake off the feeling of blame, fearing that it might lead to problems between Liam and me.

As I made my way to my room, I sternly reminded myself not to act impulsively in the future.

Justin’s concerns were entirely justified.

What if we had been attacked in that place? Despite being fighters capable of defending ourselves, we would have been overpowered if they came in large numbers.

The possibility that they might have used weapons as well weighed heavily on my mind.

I may be immune to Silver, but Liam wasn’t.

The seriousness of the situation dawned on me, and I felt an overwhelming sense of remorse for my actions.

While I was in the shower, I heard a knock on the door, and my immediate instinct told me it was Liam.

He was the only person who would come knocking at my door this late at night.

Covered in soap, I decided that once I finished freshening up, I would head to his room.

The idea of going to his room gave me a rush of excitement, causing goosebumps to prickle my skin.

The memories of our time together at the lake and in his room replayed in my mind.

The way he spoke and the things he did made my heart flutter.

The almost-kiss we had shared at the lake was real; it couldn’t have been a product of my imagination.

I was certain of it.

After I finished freshening up and slipped into my pyjamas, I decided to check on Liam to ensure he was okay, especially since Justin’s demeanour had been serious.

Gently knocking on his door, I was surprised when Liam opened it and motioned for me to come in.

As I stood in his room, I felt a bit uncertain about what to say or do.

Liam looked attractive in his shorts, and not wearing anything on top allowed my mind to wander for a brief moment.

“Sorry about…” I began, but he interrupted me, preventing me from finishing the sentence.

He quickly put on a T- shirt and then guided me towards the balcony.

“I had a great time today, and I don’t regret going with you to that place.

I’m just relieved that we made it back home safely,” he expressed, stepping out onto the balcony.

I watched him closely, unsure of how he felt about the situation.

“So you’re not upset with me?” I inquired, and he shook his head, offering his hand to invite me to join him on the balcony.

“Not at all,” he reassured me, pulling me closer so that we stood side by side, gazing up at the stars in the night sky.

In that serene moment, I knew we shared a special connection, and the day’s adventure had only strengthened our bond.

As he gazed at the night sky, I found myself studying him closely.

It was surprising to see that he didn’t appear affected by the incident with Justin.

It seemed as though he had brushed it off, which I knew was to my advantage.

I gently reached out and touched his arm, prompting him to look at me.

“You know you shouldn’t have lied for my sake,” I remarked, feeling grateful for his gesture but also concerned about him getting in trouble.

Liam chuckled and replied, “Who said I was lying? I actually wanted to check it out myself; you just helped me make up my mind faster,” he admitted with a mischievous grin, causing me to laugh along with him.

It was a relief to know that we were on the same page, and our adventurous spirits only brought us closer together.

Not ready to leave just yet, I decided to initiate a conversation with him.

“What do you think the housekeeper might have done?” I asked, seeking his thoughts on the matter.

He gazed at me, pondering the question.

“Beats me, Jo, but one thing’s for sure: we need to be extremely cautious from now on,” he responded, his smile fading as he emphasised the seriousness of the situation.

He continued, “We were under surveillance by those perpetrators.

sent

have already seen

instructions and showed us getting into a cab,” he

us,” I exclaimed, grasping the gravity of the

solemnly and drew closer

to the worst possible scenarios, realising

me in a comforting hug while gently stroking my hair to ease my

have to be

won’t let anyone hurt you,” he reassured, and I couldn’t help but embrace him tightly, cherishing

solace in each other’s arms, and we chose to savour the

night enveloped us, and if there had been music playing, I would have swayed

to stay focused and present in

he softly called my name, and I lifted my head to meet his

it together,”

was a day filled with cherished memories etched in

smile, I found myself

I craved, leaving me to wonder if

but my

his door interrupted our moment, and I couldn’t help but curse

I heard Liam mutter a curse word under his breath too, which

at me, and I nodded, signalling that he could answer

I announced, “I’m going to

didn’t seem happy with that decision, and his expression conveyed his

opened the door, revealing Oliver, who had a smile that faded when

visibly awkward, and rightfully so, as he had interrupted

something?” Oliver asked, his tone carrying a hint

even though my demeanour

“No, you’re good, Oliver.

replied, passing him quickly to make my way

and I couldn’t help but curse the interruptions that

in my room, I let out a

for the perfect moment and

our moment had been interrupted, and it wasn’t

to let anything else get in the way of embracing what I

to bed hoping for a good night’s sleep, but

might have snuggled into

be my enemy that night, and it

morning,

was

to get ready by eight-thirty

found everyone

was at the far

up from

gesture, but it made me feel a

you get hit by a truck? Jo, those dark circles,” Charlotte exclaimed, drawing attention to my tired appearance, as

everyone would be aware that I didn’t

smile in response to her comment and greeted everyone before taking a seat

late,” and I nodded, grateful for his

that he was helping me serve my food, a sweet gesture

Noah’s question

me to connect

the person who sent them blew up the van to cover their tracks,” I was impressed by

with all the danger looming,”

comment to Liam about finding his girlfriend made

“girlfriend” suddenly bothered me, even though

perhaps my feelings for Liam were deeper than

trembled slightly as I lifted the fork, but I quickly placed it back on

conversation about Liam potentially reuniting with Sophia weighed heavily

do if she returns and finds her fated Li? Will you be able to move on? You’ve already moved heaven and earth, for Sophia’s

of her?” Marvin teased,

inside me threatened to surface,

stayed seated, not wanting to draw attention to my

knot formed in my chest, the kind that usually preceded tears, but I forced myself to take deep breaths

couldn’t let my emotions overwhelm me,

mustered all my strength to remain composed and steady, even though it felt like a struggle to keep my

friends,” Liam replied, attempting to downplay any romantic connection

the night she went missing, implying that he had planned to ask her

another playful comment, asserting that Liam had

banter was common in Mountain,

this time, it struck a nerve, and I

and stood up to

room, but the moment I was out of sight, I hastened up the stairs, desperate to reach

allowed myself to release

deeply, trying to regain composure, but

Sophia and Liam had hit a sensitive nerve, and I needed a moment to collect myself and process these unexpected

bed in my room, I couldn’t help but berate myself for foolishly

he cared deeply for Sophia, which was

tears streaming down my cheeks, I allowed

the emotions that had been