Fate's Dark Side Chapter 868

If her father hadn't sent her away, I would have expressed my intentions to her, and we would have maintained our friendship until she turned eighteen. Justin's assessment was spot-on, and I came to terms with that reality.

"Well, I hope we find them. But I want to know what you will do if you find your mate and she isn't Sophia," he posed an incredibly challenging question, one that was difficult to even fathom, let alone answer.

"There's a probability that you will encounter your mate, Liam, and it may not be Sophia. What will you do if that happens? You've invested so much time and effort into this quest. You're sacrificing a great deal to find her. Everyone is going beyond boundaries and breaking the rules to support you. But what will occur if you find your mate and we haven't found Sophia? And what if we do find Sophia, but you discover your mate elsewhere? These are crucial questions, Liam. I don't expect you to have an immediate answer, but I want you to contemplate them and prepare your heart for these potential outcomes.

Fate is a complex force, and we've learned from our parents that it can lead us down unexpected paths. Sophia is young, just like you. Two years is a substantial amount of time to wait and discover what destiny holds. What will you do after devoting so much time and energy when you realise she isn't meant for you? And what if you don't find your mate, but she finds hers and decides to embrace that bond? How will you navigate such circumstances, Liam?" He posed the questions, leaving me utterly speechless.

"I want to know because I've taken on the temporary role of Alpha of Grizlo for your sake. Your father expressed his desire not to hold you back and ensured that you had all the support and assistance necessary to find her. If we fail in our efforts, it won't be due to a lack of effort or because we neglected to assist you; it will be because of destiny.

When your father shared this with me, I had to consider your mental well-being and your future, Liam. You are destined to become King one day, and we will all be here to protect and guide you. I don't want to wait until I hold the title of a lord to fulfil my duty.

That's why I'm asking you these questions because even though you may feel certain now, matters of the heart are unpredictable.

That's precisely why I haven't pursued any romantic relationships myself. I don't want to break someone's heart or have mine broken.

The mate bond is not something that can be easily severed. Your parents managed it, and the moon granted them the rare gift of becoming second-chance mates. Alpha Devin and Aunt Susan never had that opportunity. Uncle Leo and Aunt Amelia were also blessed in that manner. However, they all found happiness together.

Uncle Leo was the first to tell me about the mate bond and his own mistakes, followed by Max and Kyle. It drives you to do irrational things, clouding your judgment. It's as simple as that. That's why I've held back all this time, waiting. I won't choose a mate until I'm thirty and certain that I won't find my fated one," he explained, leaving me speechless as I absorbed his words and their implications.

"So, I implore you, as your brother and your steadfast supporter, to separate your heart and feelings from the equation. I plead with you to keep the possibility and chance of a fated mate who may not be Sophia open.

Search for Sophia as a friend, not solely as someone you hope to spend your life with. Allow fate to unfold naturally, so you don't find yourself fighting against the wind in the future," he expressed, and I remained rooted in place. His words penetrated deep within me, resonating with my very being. I would be dishonest if I said Justin's words didn't make sense—they did, and I felt grateful for his words of wisdom.

Morning arrived, and we embarked on our journey back to Lucland. Throughout the night, I pondered Justin's words, weighing their significance. Ultimately, I decided that I would follow wherever the winds of fate led me, but I wouldn't give up on my search. Whether fated or not, Sophia was my friend, and she needed assistance. Gathering my belongings, I prepared myself for our upcoming trip to Mountain, ready to face whatever lay ahead.