The Dark Side Of Fate by Karima Sa'ad Usman novel Chapter 333

~Sylvester~

I didn't know how much Liam had grown until he made that dangerous request. Despite my instincts telling me to shut it down, I could see the determination in his eyes. The permission he sought was merely a formality; he had already made up his mind.

Liam was just like me, driven by an unwavering determination and a sense of responsibility. Every fibre of my being screamed that he would continue with his investigation, even if I tried to dissuade him. Tamia, too, recognised this, which explained her tears. We both knew that nothing we said would make him hold back. He was resolute in his mission to save Sophia, and nothing would deter him.

This was no trivial matter. Liam cared deeply for the girl, and while we suspected there were romantic sparks between them, we never anticipated the magnitude of his devotion. Unbeknownst to him, he was willing to walk through fire for her. I couldn't allow him to traverse this path alone. My father had caused me heartbreak, and I couldn't bear to see Liam endure additional pain. I would try my best to find a way to support him while ensuring his safety.

Tamia walked to me, where I stood frozen after Harper and Liam had left. I welcomed her into my embrace, holding her close.

"Why does he have to be so much like you?" she mused, and I chuckled softly.

"I'm not the stubborn one; that title belongs to you," I teased, a hint of amusement in my voice. Tamia remained nestled against my chest.

"He's still our baby, and we can't allow him to get entangled in this mess," she expressed, breaking away slightly to meet my gaze.

"I might sound selfish, but Mike didn't consider the well-being of his family when he committed that crime. So why should we let Liam sacrifice himself for their sake?" she pondered, her words tinged with frustration. She looked at me, seeking understanding.

"Did he really commit the murder?" she inquired, her eyes searching for the truth. I nodded solemnly in response.

"All the evidence points to him. Two eyewitnesses saw him leaving the alpha's house in wolf form, covered in blood. I didn't delve into the details with Christian back then because I thought it wasn't our concern. But now, Liam has made it our concern," I confessed, the weight of the situation heavy in my voice. Tamia nodded, absorbing the information.

"What if we assist him with the investigation?" she suggested desperately, searching for a solution that would keep Liam out of direct harm.

"This isn't eighteen years ago when we roamed about playing detective and risking our lives. Some of us barely survived the Stepanov encounter. We managed to maintain peace and avoid similar situations. This is a matter specific to Grizlo, and we don't know its full extent. It wouldn't be wise for us to interfere. Besides, it falls outside our jurisdiction. Unless Alpha Christian brings it before the council and they deem it necessary for us to intervene, we can't get involved," I explained, hoping she would understand the limitations we faced as royals. Tamia nodded, acknowledging the wisdom in my words.

"Don't you think I'm aware of all that? I understand the consequences. But I'm desperately searching for a way to prevent Liam from going to Grizlo. Once he goes, Harper will follow, along with Lilly, Charlotte, Gemma, and Jewells. And let's not forget about Marvin, Miles, and Oliver. They're all so close to him. Avery won't find it amusing, and Linda will be beside herself. I can't even begin to imagine what Vino and Claudia would say. There's no separating them, and none of them would dissuade him. If anything, they would encourage him. We need to find a way to take control of the situation ourselves, so they won't have to play detectives," Tamia pleaded. While I knew she was right, I couldn't help but fear failure. What if something terrible had already happened to Sophia and Margaret? Even if I got involved, it wouldn't change Liam's pain and loss. I didn't want to let him down; that was my greatest fear. Additionally, I knew it would be wrong to stick my nose in Christian's affairs without being invited or obligated to do so. This was an incredibly challenging situation.

"I don't know how we can officially intervene," I confessed, the weight of uncertainty evident in my voice.

"Leo and Devin could propose that it becomes a continental matter," Tamia suggested, her voice tinged with hope. I shook my head, realising the difficulties.