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.

even sent a

parents have already

audacity! They gave instructions and showed us getting into a

they were watching us,” I exclaimed,

and drew

could have…” I trailed off, my mind racing to the worst possible scenarios, realising the potential danger we had placed ourselves in due

a comforting hug while gently stroking my hair to

just have to be

help but embrace him

we chose to savour the moment, relishing

of the night enveloped us, and if there had been music playing, I would

wanted to stay focused and present

he softly called my name, and I lifted

incredible, and I’m grateful we shared it together,” he confessed, and I couldn’t

it was a day filled with cherished memories

I found myself lost

didn’t know I craved, leaving me to wonder if I was merely imagining things or

managed to whisper, but my voice caught in my

for a kiss, an unfortunate knock on his door interrupted our moment, and I couldn’t help but curse

sworn I heard Liam mutter a curse word under his

and I nodded, signalling that he could answer the

I announced, “I’m going to

with that decision, and his

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

rightfully so, as he had

asked, his tone carrying a hint of

to appear nonchalant even though my demeanour

“No, you’re good, Oliver.

quickly to make my way to my

was still racing from the near-kiss moment with Liam, and I couldn’t help

I let out a frustrated

for the perfect moment and just seize it,” my wolf,

in a row, our moment had been interrupted, and it wasn’t the best sign,

was determined not to let anything else get in the way of embracing what I

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

Liam had been there, I thought, I might have snuggled

that night, and it evaded me

I finally dozed off, it was already five in the morning, setting the tone for what I knew

eight, I was aware that breakfast had

I managed to get ready by

I found everyone

at the far end of

up from his seat beside

gesture, but it made me feel a bit shy to

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

aware

comment and greeted everyone

late,” and I

me serve my food, a sweet

question brought me back

moment for me to connect the

Justin responded, “We believe the perpetrators were sent to do something at Grandma Stephanie’s house, and the person who sent them blew up the van to cover their tracks,” I was impressed by Justin’s theory

with all the

about finding his girlfriend made

word “girlfriend” suddenly bothered me, even though it

that perhaps my feelings for Liam were deeper than I

fork, but I quickly placed it back on the plate, hoping no one noticed my

about Liam potentially reuniting with Sophia

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

because of her?” Marvin teased, and I found it

inside me threatened to surface, but I knew

wanting to draw

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

me, especially

and steady, even though it felt like a

I are just friends,” Liam replied, attempting to

teased him about the night she went missing,

asserting that Liam had practically confessed his

Mountain, and it had never bothered me

and I felt a

plate away and stood up to excuse myself, pretending that I

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

my room, I allowed myself to

to regain composure, but

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

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

cared deeply for Sophia, which was precisely why we were in

tears streaming down my cheeks, I allowed myself to

the emotions that had