The Dark Side Of Fate Chapter 927

"I have to hope that we are fated to be together or that we possess the 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 a tinge of concern.

"Let us not worry about things that are yet to come and just live in the moment," she advised, attempting to alleviate our worries. In that very moment, our phones chimed in unison.

Glancing at my device, I saw that it was my father calling. A smile graced my lips immediately, grateful that he deemed it important to reach out and provide guidance. I presumed it was Charlotte's father calling her as well. With mutual understanding, we both answered our calls. I excused myself to my room, eager to converse with my father in private.

"So, how did everything go?" I inquired once we'd exchanged pleasantries.

"Slower than I'd have preferred. Honestly, I wished we could shift those meetings to once every three months. But the silver lining is that we're now in a position to intervene. Alpha Justin will be collaborating with Alpha Caspian of Cains Island. Consider this a heads-up," he informed me.

"Also, it's a good idea for you to review the reports that Thompson compiled and sent to the council about issues with the ports and docks. He downplayed them in an email, but they're reports of incidents filed by younger northern alphas. I've forwarded it to you. Take a look so you understand Caspian's perspective. I can't shake the feeling that this might be significant. The fact that Thompson was involved makes it noteworthy," my father conveyed, to which I nodded in acknowledgement.

"There might be a connection, Dad. According to the Gamma and Delta, on the night when Mike killed Thompson, Thompson had taken them to the docks to investigate something. He mentioned illegal activities were occurring there but didn't provide details. He used the excuse that he didn't fully trust them, but it felt like a cover-up. The Gamma mentioned that he and Delta left Mike with Thompson to assist with security at Grizlo Academy's graduation party. Unfortunately, they couldn't get there in time."

"They also said that witnesses at the docks reported seeing Thompson and Mike engaged in an argument before Mike gave him a ride. It's as if this case might tie together," I explained, and my father remained silent, then warned me to be careful.

"Absolutely, I'll take care. I won't take unnecessary risks. Now that we're actively involved, I'll reach out if I need anything," I assured him.

"Is there anything you need to fill me in on?" he inquired, prompting me to wonder why he felt there was something I should share.

"No," I replied, and he let out a chuckle.

"I'll be in touch soon, Princess. Send my regards to Liam," he said before disconnecting. I blushed a bit at his chuckling tone. My father had a knack for getting his message across, sometimes in a teasing way.

"Were we really that obvious?" I pondered to myself.

"Well, even a blind person can notice," Onyx remarked, causing me to take a seat at the edge of my bed. The latter part of our conversation had left me feeling bashful.

Lost in my thoughts, a knock echoed at my door. I hastened to see who it was, only to find Liam standing there with a warm grin.

"Hey," he greeted, and a sudden bout of shyness overtook me.

"There's a stream in the forest on the property. I thought maybe we could spend some time there, just the two of us. Justin gave his approval," he suggested, and my heart raced. I promptly nodded, my eagerness evident.

I had been yearning for a chance to share some intimate moments with Liam, and he had ingeniously made it happen.