The Dark Side Of Fate Chapter 884

"We were at a dinner party, and her scent caught my nostrils. I was in a trance, you see, and I couldn't control myself or my wolf. The pull was powerful, almost impossible to shake off," Uncle Leo recounted, and I nodded in acknowledgement, as I was already familiar with that part of the mate bond experience.

Curious, I asked, "What would have happened if you could feel the mate bond, but Amanda couldn't because she wasn't yet at the mating age?" His puzzled expression showed that he needed a moment to process the question. Eventually, he grasped the implication.

Uncle Leo was indeed a brilliant man, and he studied me thoughtfully before arriving at a revelation. His eyes widened with surprise.

"That's why you're going crazy searching for Sophia?" he presumed, thinking it was her I was referring to. I immediately shook my head, indicating that it wasn't Sophia, which only seemed to deepen his confusion.

He went on to explain, "Well, it is a rare occurrence, but it has happened to a few people. Perhaps the person is close to the mating age, but the pull won't be as strong as it would have been if she had reached the mating age. That scent would simply let you know she is the one, and she is ready. Once that person is of age, the pull will become intense; you won't be able to tear your eyes away from her. Your wolf would go crazy, needing to complete the bond. It's a profound feeling, especially when you're still unmated, but it can be torturous if you're already mated," he explained, sharing his insight on the complex dynamics of the mate bond. He moved closer to me.

"If you're asking these questions, then I suspect you've found her," Uncle Leo remarked, looking at me intently, and I reluctantly shook my head.

"Don't lie to me, Liam; what you've described is an exceedingly rare occurrence. You wouldn't be asking me about it unless you've experienced it yourself or someone close to you has. So, tell me the truth," he insisted, and I felt a pang of shame for being caught in a lie.

"Can I keep it to myself for now? I'm still trying to sort out my feelings," I admitted, hoping to buy some time. Uncle Leo studied me with a knowing expression, understanding the complexity of the situation.

"Are you romantically involved with Sophia?" he inquired, and I shook my head.

"I haven't yet expressed my feelings to her," I confessed, and he seemed relieved by that.

"And this person you believe is your fated, does she know about it? And do you have feelings for her?" he continued his probing questions, to which I again shook my head.

"I don't have any negative feelings towards her, but I don't see her in a romantic light either. She's unaware of my thoughts," I explained, being as honest as I could.

"Do you want to reject her and search for Sophia?" he asked, but I found myself unable to answer. The bond was strong, and neither Alex nor I wanted to let it go.

Uncle Leo noticed my uncertainty and gently said, "I see you're unsure. Take your time to figure things out." He advised, and I nodded, grateful for his understanding and guidance in this intricate matter.

"Well, I would advise you to give the bond a chance. Since you haven't confessed your feelings to Sophia and haven't made any promises yet, it would be unfair to discard the gift of the moon for something that isn't truly yours. Keep in mind that Sophia might find her own fated match, and unlike you, she might be more than willing to embrace it," Uncle Leo advised, echoing the same sentiments that Justin and Alex had pointed out. He sighed, placing his hands on my shoulders with a reassuring touch.

"Whoever this person is that you believe is your fated mate, I'm sure she doesn't deserve to be rejected without being given a chance. I made that mistake with Amelia, and I'm grateful she didn't give up on me. I don't want you to make mistakes that you won't be able to rectify, Liam. I was fortunate, but I don't want you to test your luck. Whatever it may be, I urge you to embrace it and give it a chance. We will still search for Sophia regardless," he emphasised, alleviating my fears. I looked at him, and he nodded, understanding the reasons behind my hesitation.