The Dark Side of Fate

A little drilling

~Liam~

We followed Justin as he guided us to the visitor’s room where the Gamma and Delta were waiting. Walking beside Josephine, I found comfort in her proximity, realising that being apart from her was becoming increasingly difficult.

As we entered the room, the Gamma and Delta were seated on the couch, and we each saluted them in turn. They reciprocated the gesture by standing up and saluting back. Justin then asked us to take our seats so he could proceed with his inquiries.

“I want to extend my apologies for any inconvenience our presence may have caused all of you,” Justin began. “This arrangement is only temporary. Our grandparents reside here, and their safety has become a top priority after the incident. The council and the royal family are also concerned about the recent crime, accident, and fire that occurred in our grandparent’s home. I assure you that we are not here to take over your roles or positions.”

Upon hearing Justin’s words, Gamma Lebedev leaned forward with a smile on his face, seemingly reassured by the Alpha’s explanation.

“Not at all, Alpha. We fully comprehend the gravity of the situation. In all honesty, we initially assumed you had come to investigate Beta Mike’s crimes, especially considering that the crowned Prince, Beta Liam Volkov, had a close relationship with his daughter. It seemed natural for the Prince to pull strings to ensure his girlfriend’s safety, so we understood the circumstances,” Gamma Lebedev replied.

I couldn’t let this misconception persist any longer, as it could jeopardise what I had with Josephine. I had to make things clear.

“Allow me to correct you, Gamma. Sophia Maguire and I are friends, but we have no romantic involvement whatsoever. I just wanted to clarify that,” I asserted, noticing the surprise on their faces. It seemed they had genuinely believed that Sophia and I were together. I couldn’t let that misunderstanding continue to impact Josephine and me.

“Understood. We respect the Head Alpha’s authority, and unless he explicitly seeks our assistance, we cannot interfere with his ongoing investigations. Our hands are tied in this regard, which is why we haven’t dispatched anyone to the former Alpha’s or Beta’s houses. It falls outside our assigned duties,” Justin explained with a sigh.

“However, since you raised the topic, would you mind sharing your perspective on what you think happened?” Justin inquired, turning his attention to the Gamma, who nodded in response.

“Well, we aren’t entirely sure. On the day of the murder, Alpha Thompson gathered all of us and led us to the docks. He had received an anonymous tip suggesting illegal activities taking place there that night. Alpha Thompson was so suspicious that he withheld the tip’s details and our mission, as he believed one of us might be involved. I think he was right, and the culprit turned out to be Mike.

Given the presence of the Royal heirs at the graduation event, we had to heighten the security of the area where the venue was situated. So, Delta Miguel and I left to handle the security for the event while Alpha Thompson and Mike stayed at the docks to conduct the investigation,” the Gamma recounted with a sigh.

“According to sources, Beta Mike and Alpha Thompson were arguing, and Alpha was walking briskly, asking Mike to leave him alone. Mike appeared angry and anxious, continuing to follow him. As they had driven there together in Mike’s car, he offered to drop Alpha at his house, and Alpha accepted the offer.

It seems that the murder took place after that ride because it aligns with the timing. It’s possible that Alpha stumbled upon something that could expose Mike, and in a desperate attempt to cover his tracks, Mike made a sudden decision to commit the crime. It appears to have been an impulsive act, not premeditated.

We may never know for certain, but that’s what we’ve uncovered so far. We thoroughly searched Alpha Thompson’s house and office but didn’t find any incriminating evidence,” the Gamma concluded, and Justin nodded in acknowledgement of the information.

“Did you conduct the search under supervision?” Justin inquired, and the Gamma confirmed with a nod.

“Alpha Christian’s men were present during the search. They have secured Thompson and Mike’s residences and offices to preserve the integrity of the evidence,” the Gamma explained, and Justin acknowledged the precautionary measures.

“Beyond the night of the incident, how would you describe Beta Mike?” Justin further questioned, and the Delta shifted uneasily in his chair.

following orders quietly, but at times, he acted as if he were an Alpha unto himself. His behaviour could be disrespectful, and he displayed aggressiveness. He had a short temper and wasn’t always rational. However, aside from these traits, I believe he was a good guy,” the Delta

they truly function as a team, for in such situations, loyalty might deter them from speaking ill of a fellow member. Their willingness to expose

likelihood that he’s the culprit?” I impulsively asked the Delta without Justin’s permission, realising I might have overstepped my

Delta began,

to be addressed by my current

corrected himself, seeming somewhat uneasy

question isn’t about whether or not Mike committed the crime; that much has already been established. What we’re trying to discern are his motives,” the Delta explained, and I nodded, not wanting to engage in a contentious discussion

a brief moment of silence and awkwardness, the Gamma leaned

in any way possible,” he offered to Justin, who acknowledged his willingness with a

that the formal part of the meeting was concluded. Even though we were currently occupying their residence, the packhouse, they remained our guests. Justin suggested that they be offered refreshments and gave us permission to engage in

Gamma to talk, and I naturally stayed by her side. There was no way I would leave her alone with people we weren’t entirely

the housekeeper who was attacked in Lady Brighton’s home?” Josephine inquired, and the Gamma shook his

same time she joined the pack. The Brightons aren’t locals, so they didn’t crosscheck with Alpha Thompson before hiring her. However,

housekeeper for our grandparents and attacked

knew we had more theories, but we had to be cautious about discussing sensitive

culprits are apprehended, but rest assured, we’re here to

you two should stick to helping Alpha Christian. I heard you haven’t made any progress in the Maguire case. We’ll take care of the crime

evident, prompting Josephine to give Noah a

Based on the footage of you and Li, it’s apparent they are in Grizlo watching everyone, yet these men haven’t made any progress. Unless they prove their value to Alpha Justin

the room was palpable, but the truth remained that they had yet to make significant

information about Mike that could aid in his capture, unless they were intentionally avoiding it to protect themselves and their family members, while also shielding their colleague. Perhaps they were deliberately

defuse the tension in the room. However, Noah didn’t appear receptive

If that was indeed the case, I understood why he was so upset. The situation was becoming more

Delta can prove you both wrong and assist Alpha Christian in making a breakthrough,” Marvin playfully remarked, addressing Noah and

the Gamma and Delta until they appeared visibly uncomfortable. I allowed them to proceed because their inquiries

the mission. What exactly was your purpose there when you were in the dark about what Alpha Thompson

your Alpha and the suspected murderer alone,”

your hall?” Josephine inquired, prompting me to think back to the party. I couldn’t recall seeing any security personnel during