The Dark Side of Fate

The Dark Side Of Fate By Karima Sa’ad Usman Chapter 360 The Dark Side Of Fate 31 Going On ~Josephine~

The kappas coming from Lucland didn’t reach Grizlo Hospital until late, subjecting us all to a lengthy and tense wait. When they finally did arrive, Charlotte couldn’t contain her joy. Meanwhile, I observed Justin issuing them instructions, my only thought being an earnest desire to depart from that place. Before long, we were on our way back to the packhouse, with hunger and fatigue weighing heavily on all of us.

“What comes next?” Marvin inquired, prompting a chuckle from Justin.

“Merely your first day, and exhaustion has already set in. Imagine if you had to work under an Alpha known for their workaholic tendencies. Would you feel similarly then?” he remarked, eliciting laughter from Liam.

“I must say our empty stomachs pose a predicament. Even the most industrious of Alphas must heed the call of hunger,” Liam added with a grin, inciting amusement all around.

Justin took a turn and branched at a diner to satiate our immediate needs.

The moment we entered the place, the patrons had their eyes on us. They looked at us as if we weren’t like them.

Marvin, Oliver and Liam had it easy because they smiled at them and greeted them, but even though they greeted us, too, the difference was there.

Liam got a booth for us, and I snuggled into the corner with him. Something I had noticed so far was being around Liam felt right. He made me feel calm and at ease. I think I closed my eyes a bit to savour the feeling because the moment I opened them, Charlotte was sitting across from us with a disapproving look on her face. I honestly wondered what her deal was.

Having placed our orders, we consumed our meal in a hushed atmosphere.

“Our parents, will head to Lucland tomorrow night, and the council meeting will take place the following day. We won’t be able to do much until after the meeting. We will use that time to go through the files made available by the Gamma. I implore that we all remain in the packhouse while we await further instruction,” Justin implored as our meal neared its end. I could not help but notice all eyes were on Liam and me, meaning we were most likely to break the rule. I liked it.

TWO DAYS LATER.

Unlike previous occasions, the council assembly remained untelevised, leaving me curious as to the reason behind this choice. We had congregated in a communal space to observe the meeting’s proceedings, anticipating insights into our forthcoming actions, but the fact that it wasn’t televised made it disappointing.

After a while, King Sylvester called Liam on the phone. Everyone’s phone rang except for Charlotte and me—signifying that our instructions had been dispensed.

I had assumed my father would call me, yet my phone remained conspicuously silent. Similarly, Charlotte’s phone didn’t ring, and a sense of unease crept over us. The situation seemed unjust, to say the least. We were integral members of the team, and yet, either our presence was deemed nonessential, or we were relegated to mere order-takers. The sentiment gnawed at me, fostering a sensation of diminished significance.

“Want to spend some time in my room?” Charlotte suggested, prompting me to glance at Liam. He appeared deeply engrossed in conversation with his father, implying a protracted dialogue. Despite my reluctance to depart, I nodded in agreement.

headed to Charlotte’s room, and it was apparent that the space she had chosen was originally designated for the Luna on the Alpha floor. Her commitment to making herself at home seemed unwavering. I suppose the fact that Justin lacked a Luna made the situation permissible. It made sense for his cousin to utilise the room temporarily. After

behind her, leaving me standing in the centre of the room, taking in the surroundings. The space was passable for a Luna, although all of us had more

inquired, her curiosity palpable. I glanced at her,

The mere thought of Liam was enough to make me blush. These past two days had been a whirlwind, and our chances to be together had been limited. This longing had only intensified as a result. Justin had

you will allow yourself to get carried

I reassured, to which she shook her

When she went missing, he was devastated. I’d never seen Liam that shattered before. His emotions ran incredibly deep, and those kind of feelings tend to linger,” she explained. This revelation

intense?” I

all the details because they might have an impact on you, but you need to tread carefully, Jo. It would be painful to witness your heart getting broken. Emotions like that don’t just fade away,” she warned, her words

he ever ask her out?” I managed to inquire, seeking to understand more.

sort of thing; none of us really had the luxury. But I think now things might be different, and then you

Sophia, he hadn’t taken any steps in that direction.

about Sophia then. Liam has been upfront about his intentions with me, and we’re officially dating now,” I

aback, and I affirmed her surprise with a nod. Her

actually asked you out?” she inquired,

“Yeah,” I responded.

she pressed

mornings ago, right after breakfast. He assured me there was nothing romantic between him and Sophia, they were just friends. He admitted he used to have feelings for her, but that’s all in the past now. My guess is he’s kept quiet about us because he doesn’t want the search for her to halt. After all,

other for so long,” she commented,

our entire lives,” I corrected, and a

had always held an affection for Liam, even from my earliest memories. My heart had always held a special place for him, though not necessarily in the realm of love or infatuation. Our collective memories included countless gatherings and playing in the garden’s sands. It felt unjust for them to overlook these facts and insinuate that

I realise my words

tears because it seemed they just forgot that I was there. I had always been there. Charlotte reached out to hug me. Embracing each other tightly,

that context again. I realise how insensitive that was. Just know that I’m cheering for the both of you,” she conveyed, releasing

that it would be a fantastic match, but Sophia was always in the picture. It’s reassuring

the two of you handle it if a fated shows up?” she asked,

years. Though still unusual, the likelihood had increased compared to the past. I hadn’t contemplated this

strength to do what his parents did: defy expectations and reject what fate has in store for us,” I mused aloud, causing Charlotte’s expression to take on