The Dark Side of Fate

Chapter 354

Enough For Both Of Us

~Liam~

Holding Josephine in my arms felt right. I knew I needed to make a move because there would be no right time.

We had been interrupted three times already. I doubted anytime would be right enough to show my intentions.

I thought she would push me away or stop me, but when she responded, Alex and I were at peace immediately.

There was hope that it would work out. Maybe she had feelings too. Only time will tell, but I chose to savour that moment with her in my arms to assure her that there was nothing between Sophia and me.

As Josephine gracefully left the dining room, she appeared unfazed, yet Alex sensed a hint of unease. Observing her take the staircase turn instead of heading for the restroom, I knew something was amiss.

I planned to address the Sophia teases with my cousins. Since it bothered Josephine so much, I could not let them continue.

As I held Josephine’s hand against my chest, I could see the bewilderment in her eyes. In that moment, words seemed insufficient to convey my emotions. My heartbeat became the melody, expressing what words couldn’t.

“I’m going to talk to them about stopping the Sophia jokes,” I said, but Josephine shook her head in response.

“No need, Li. I believe I can handle it,” she replied, avoiding eye contact with me.

Her words surprised me, and I felt a mix of relief and concern.

“Now that I know there isn’t much between you and her, I can handle it,” she continued. “But what happens when she returns? Despite my feelings, I genuinely wish her well and hope we find her. What will you do then? You were planning to confess your feelings to her the night she disappeared. What happened to those feelings, Li? Did they vanish with her, or did you simply bury them?” she asked, taking a step back, her question bearing undeniable validity.

Josephine’s eyes shimmered with fear, clearly bracing herself for whatever I might say. Yet, I found myself at a loss for words as well.

“Jo,” I started, but she shook her head, urging me to be honest.

What happened to your

about to respond, Justin’s voice echoed in my mind, interrupting

former Gamma and Delta now, and then we’re

I could utter a word, leaving the question about my feelings unanswered

but she shook

Li,” she stated as she put on her jacket. As she made to leave, I rushed to her side, reaching out to hold her and prevent her from walking

have my feelings sorted out. Honestly, I do,” I pleaded, desperate

feelings for Sophia, but I never acted on them. I never told her how I felt. The plan was to confess that night, but it never happened,” I explained, attempting to draw her closer by gently tucking a strand of hair behind her ear.

pleaded, gazing earnestly into

on what we have. Whatever I felt for Sophia, it vanished before we arrived at Grizlo; I just hadn’t found the right

fear as I waited for her response. Then, in a moment that lifted the weight of uncertainty, she leaned into my arms, resting her head against my chest.

a reason to fear Sophia’s return,” she expressed her fears, and I responded by gently stroking her back. She had every right

Josephine was someone I wanted to love and cherish, even if she wasn’t aware of it yet. I hoped that when the time was right and she discovered my true feelings, she would come to understand and trust in the depth of my affection for her. Until then, I was determined to show her,

away her tears

before he loses his shit again like last night,” she quipped, and we both shared

had a fire lit under him,” she said, and

with that video, my parents, and the entire situation couldn’t have been easy for him. If my father didn’t give him trouble, my mother certainly would have, not

he had to bear in the

and I departed the room, our hands entwined

she took the time to apply her eyeliner, and I couldn’t help but smile. I was gradually getting used to the smokey-eye look,

for her went far beyond appearances. Her personality was simply incredible, and I knew deep down that she was someone I could always rely on and trust, no matter the circumstances. Even though she hadn’t yet expressed her feelings, I held on to the

I arrived at Justin’s office, finding all eyes on

barely ate anything, Jo. Are you feeling okay?” Charlotte asked,

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