The Dark Side of Fate

Chapter 348

To Grizlo

~Liam~

The next day, I rose early, my bags already packed and ready for our journey to Grizlo. Miles was also awake, and it struck me that this was the first time we would be separated like this. I couldn’t help but wonder why our parents had chosen to send our team ahead of the others. The idea of reuniting in four months seemed puzzling as well. I knew I would miss them all, and it was evident that they were already feeling our absence.

Miles attempted to conceal his emotions, but I could sense that he would keenly feel Oliver’s absence. Marvin had no twin, so he was fine. Josephine and Charlotte would undoubtedly experience the same separation from their siblings. Even I would feel it because in tough times, Harper was always there to support me. Now, I had to carry on without my twin. Although four months might appear to be a brief period, it was certain to feel like an eternity.

Despite my eagerness to strengthen my bond with Josephine, the thought of finding Sophia and ensuring her safety remained pressing. Oliver’s warnings echoed in my mind, and I resolved not to let things escalate to that point.

“We will be having breakfast together,” Uncle Leo’s words resounded in my head, making it clear that only the team members would join our parents for breakfast. Setting our luggage aside for the staff to load it into the van, Oliver and I made our way to the general dining room. As I approached the entrance, a familiar scent of dill enveloped my senses, confirming Josephine’s presence. I took a deep breath, and Oliver couldn’t help but chuckle as he understood what I was going through.

We entered the dining room, and to my surprise, only our fathers were present. Noah and Sebastien appeared ecstatic, and I couldn’t blame them; going on an adventure was a rare and thrilling experience.

Without hesitation, I took a seat beside Josephine, immediately sensing my father’s disapproval as I was supposed to sit at the tail end of the table.

“Alpha Justin can have the seat,” I declared, causing the rest of the team to burst into laughter while teasing Justin with his newfound title. Justin laughed and settled into the chair, but my father’s expression grew suspicious. He could sense that something was amiss, but I tried to act nonchalantly. Lord Alexei, too, seemed to be eyeing us with curiosity, and I hoped they wouldn’t figure it out for our own sake. Perhaps I needed to dial down our interactions a bit.

“I see you’re finally getting along with Liam, princess,” Alexei remarked aloud; it was obvious he wanted everyone to hear because he might as well have linked his daughter. I glanced at Josephine, who looked genuinely puzzled.

“We’ve always gotten along,” she innocently argued, though most of our fathers seemed to disagree.

“If that’s what you believe, so be it,” Uncle Vino chimed in, his gaze directed at Charlotte.

“You knock them dead and show them what the Lawrences are made of,” he playfully teased Charlotte, who beamed at him and nodded enthusiastically.

“I am looking forward to the adventure,” she replied, prompting Uncle Leo to clear his throat and direct his attention to his sons.

two, especially you, Noah,” he said, shooting a

Noah can be quite stubborn and adventurous, and

chimed

of the trip, and Justin shared his planned

believe it would be unwise to divulge the purpose of our visit and the details of our investigation

trust the Gamma and Delta. However, if it’s Alpha Thompson who’s at fault, then involving the other two in our investigation would complicate matters,

Oliver inquired, and Noah stepped up to

Gamma and Delta based solely on speculations. Even if we have some circumstantial evidence, we need to allow them to remain free and potentially make a mistake that plays into our hands. Revealing our true intentions is out of the question. We cannot let them know we are on a mission to uncover the truth,” Noah explained,

Alpha Jake Brighton will have to

the cover for our presence,” Charlotte added, piecing together the rationale. Uncle

Uncle Vino exclaimed, his excitement

present this matter to the council, and then we can be officially involved,” he said with such eagerness that it made me curious about what might have changed to ignite such enthusiasm in

Uncle Marcel chimed in, and they all shared a laugh. It seemed like this had become a favourite

to prepare and depart. We spent more time with our cousins and friends, but

had a hunch that our parents wanted

van, Josephine willingly sat beside me,

My mind, however, couldn’t help but dwell on Oliver’s warning. Josephine was now joining us on this adventure to save Sophia, the very girl I had professed my love for. I hoped that as we spent more time together, a genuine connection would form between us, and any sparks that may fly would do so naturally.

we were there to take over their positions. Instead of heading straight to our grandparent’s house, we were led to the packhouse, which would serve as our accommodation. Alpha Thompson and Beta Mike, being mated, lived elsewhere while we,

Charlotte and Josephine to stay on the beta’s floor. Secretly, I wanted Josephine to be on my floor, but I didn’t

Charlotte responded uncertainly,

you mind?” I inquired, hoping she would choose to stay on