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.

happened to your feelings for her?” she insisted, seeking

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

in my office. We’re meeting with the former Gamma and Delta now, and then we’re heading to Grandma’s house to investigate the crime,” Justin announced, diverting our

jacket before I could utter a word, leaving

to say, but she

she stated as she put on her jacket. As she made to leave, I rushed to her side, reaching out

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

happened,” I explained, attempting to draw

Jo,” I pleaded, gazing

realise my feelings for Sophia, but it didn’t take much time at all for me to fall for you. Everything about us feels right, even destined, Jo. Don’t let Sophia’s shadow cast doubt on what we have. Whatever I felt for Sophia, it vanished before we arrived at Grizlo; I just hadn’t found the right words or moments to express my feelings to you. I doubt I ever will. With you, words seem to escape me, and all I can do is show you how I feel through my actions. Please,” I implored, searching her

uncertainty, she leaned into my arms, resting her head against my chest. As I held her close, I could feel

stroking her back. She had every right to feel the way she did. I knew that my handling of the situation with

true feelings, she would come to understand and trust in the depth of my affection for her. Until then, I was determined to

her tears with a smile on her

he loses his shit again like last night,” she quipped, and

like he had a fire lit under him,” she said, and I chuckled, finding her description of Justin’s behaviour quite

his reaction was understandable, I knew that dealing 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 to mention Lord Alexei and others. We had just arrived, and it weighed heavily

felt genuinely sorry for the burden he had to bear in

departed the room, our hands entwined as

we left her room, 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, and strangely, it was growing

on and trust, no matter the circumstances. Even though she hadn’t yet expressed

office, finding

you feeling okay?” Charlotte asked,

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