The Dark Side of Fate

Chapter 345

Chapter 345

A Strong Maybe

~Liam~

As the time approached for our picnic on the mountain, Miles and Marvin had already gone ahead to help Noah and Sebastien with the preparations, leaving Oliver and me in our room. We were planning to catch up with them soon. I watched as Oliver meticulously tried on three different shirts, putting in a lot of effort to look good for Elaine. His fashion dilemma amused me, and he joined in on the laughter when he noticed me chuckling.

Out of the blue, Oliver asked, “What’s going on between you and Josephine? Did you guys have some kind of disagreement?” I was taken aback by the question.

“Not really; why do you ask?” I responded, trying to hide any unease in my tone.

“I’ve noticed that she usually keeps her distance now. She used to be friendly—giving a little hi or hello and laughing at our jokes. However, she’s been rather cold this week,” Oliver explained, expressing his observations.

I couldn’t hide the truth and told him, “She mentioned that we made fun of her two years ago at the mansion.”

Oliver’s eyes widened in surprise, “You mean she brought that up? That was in the past, and we certainly didn’t mean any harm by it. We were just casually talking.”

Realising that Oliver remembered the conversation too, I asked him, “So you do recall the conversation?”

“Yes,” He confirmed.

“ Elaine said she overheard us talking about her. But we never intended any harm by it. I think she might be taking it a bit too personally.”

His words made me feel awful. Whatever Josephine had overheard must have hurt her deeply, and she kept it to herself for so long. It became clear that her exterior toughness didn’t mean she was impervious to hurtful words. I regretted my actions and wished I had been more careful with my words back then.

After getting dressed, we made our way out to join the others. On my way, I happened to bump into Uncle Leo.

“Having fun?” he asked with a playful smile, and I instinctively dodged when he reached to tussle my hair. My reaction amused him, and he chuckled warmly.

“You’re a grown man now, huh?” he teased, and his laughter was infectious. I couldn’t help but laugh along with him. He then paused and placed his hand on my shoulder.

Mike’s mistakes steal the joy and laughter of your youth. I admire what you’re doing for your girlfriend, but remember to live a little too. No matter the outcome, don’t let it weigh you down,” he advised, echoing the

took over me. I felt like I was going

Sensing my unease, he understood my need for privacy and

his full attention. I swallowed nervously, wanting to inquire about the mate bond, but cautious not to reveal that it was specifically about

uncertainty filled me as I finally asked, “What does the mate bond feel like? Can you tell me about what happened when you met Aunt Amelia?” I

tell you about Amanda instead.” It was a rare topic, as we seldom discussed her, despite

time I experienced the mate bond. By the time I met Amelia, I was already filled with apprehension and resistance due to

couldn’t control myself or my wolf. The pull was powerful, almost impossible to shake

couldn’t because she wasn’t yet at the mating age?” His puzzled expression showed that he needed a moment to process the

a brilliant man, and he studied me thoughtfully before

why you’re going crazy searching for Sophia?” he presumed, thinking it was her I was referring to. I immediately shook my head, indicating that it wasn’t Sophia, which only seemed to deepen his

the person is close to the mating age, but the pull won’t be as strong as it would have been if she had reached the mating age. That scent would simply let you know she is the one, and she is ready. Once that person is of age, the pull will become intense; you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from her. Your wolf would go crazy, needing to complete the bond. It’s a profound feeling, especially when you’re still unmated, but it can be torturous if you’re already mated,” he explained, sharing his insight on the complex dynamics

her,” Uncle

be asking me about it unless you’ve experienced it yourself or someone close to you has. So, tell me the

to myself for now? I’m still trying to sort out my feelings,” I admitted, hoping

romantically involved with Sophia?” he inquired,

her,” I confessed, and he seemed

person you believe is your fated, does she know about it? And do you have feelings for her?” he continued his probing questions,

feelings towards her, but I don’t see her in a romantic light either. She’s

asked, but I found myself unable

gently said, “I see you’re unsure. Take your time to figure things out.” He advised, and I nodded, grateful for his understanding and guidance in

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