Chapter 337
Alpha Christian’s Opinion
~Liam~
Restlessly, I waited in my room, eagerly anticipating my father’s summons to his office. He had given
me his word that I could be present when he contacted Alpha Christain, and I anxiously awaited that
crucial call.
Harper had retreated to her room to freshen up, while I remained in mine, contemting ways to assist.
The details of the situation still eluded me, but I hoped that rity would soon prevail. Anxious thoughts
filled my mind, but I hesitated to confront the problem directly. If Sophia hadn’t confided in me about her
and her mother’s distress, perhaps I could have found some sce in the notion that time was on our
side. I knew her father would never harm her, which was precisely why he had sent them away initially.
However, I couldn’t extend the same assurance to the unidentified men who held her and her mother
captive on their vessel.
Marvin’s voice echoed in my mind, asking, “How did it go with your folks?”
It was frustrating that we weren’t living in the mansion alongside everyone else. I couldn’t help but
wonder why my parents had chosen to iste themselves in this way. If it weren’t for the current issue
that had arisen, I would have requested to return to the Alpha’s wing of the mansion. I’d be lying if I
said growing up in the bungalow wasn’t enjoyable. It gave the surroundings a more weing and less
rigid atmosphere. But now, all I wanted was to be where everyone else was, especially after finding
Sophia.
“They won’t send us to Grizlo, but they’re assigning us to investigate that matter from Lund under
Uncle Vino’s supervision,” I responded to Marvin, who remained silent for a moment.
“Alright, we should have a meeting after dinner. I’ll let everyone know. Maybe we can gather in the
beta’s lounge. My father never uses it, so it’s just going to waste. They’re always in the Alpha’s lounge,”
Marvin suggested, and I expressed my gratitude for the invitation, although I doubted it would be
feasible.
“I’ll inform Harper,” I connected with him through our mind link and then severed the connection.
My brother Keith informed me that our mother had instructed us to gather at the mansion for dinner.
Naturally, we wouldn’t be dining in the bungalow. It was our first day back home, and my father would
expect aplete family gathering. I quickly got up and hastily dressed. Seeing everyone would
undoubtedly be wonderful, but I couldn’t fully embrace the moment. How could I be happy knowing that
Sophia was somewhere in danger?
As I reached the door, I encountered Harper on her way out. She had attempted to establish a mental
link with me, but I must have unintentionally blocked her off. It was a peculiar habit of mine, albeit
unintentional.
“How are you feeling?” she asked, her smile brightening the room as Joseph and Keith darted past us,
engaged in a race to the mansion. I knew the Lund Academy would have its hands full when they
joined.
“I’m pushing through,” I replied, and she smiled in response.
“Hopefully, Alpha Christian has some fantastic news for us,” she said, and I smiled back,
acknowledging her efforts to uplift my spirits.
We strolled together towards the mansion, making our way to the grand dining hall. The seating
arrangement was always less than ideal. My father and his team would upy one end, while my team
and I were relegated to the other, with both generations converging in the centre. Upon arriving at the
dining hall, we took our seats, but our parents had yet to make their entrance.
“Heard your father refused,” Charlotte linked me, her concerned expression drawing my attention. I
reassured her, urging her to remain calm.
Finally, our parents arrived, prompting us all to rise and pay our respects. My father and mother took
their seats first, followed by the rest of us. The tension in the room was palpable. What should have
been a joyous homing and a fresh chapter after graduation had taken on a sombre tone. I couldn’t
help but acknowledge my own responsibility in this, but how could I pretend that everything was fine
when my heart was filled with anguish?
We dined in silence for a while, until Uncle David and Dominic inquired about our lives and experiences
in Grizlo. Most of us responded politely, not wanting toe across as impolite. Once we had finished
eating, my father requested that I join him alone in his office, which meant Harper couldn’t apany
me. Somehow, I longed for her presence. We were used to doing everything together, and I needed her
by my side during this time.
Leaving the dining room, I nced at my twin, and she nodded, assuring me silently. Uncle Vino
appeared upset, so I purposely avoided looking in his direction. I knew it was due to our audacious
n. However, I feltpelled to try, no matter the odds.
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Stepping into my father’s office, I watched as he circled around and settled into his seat behind the
desk. He gestured for me to take the chair in front of him, and I sat down nervously. Leaning forward,
he locked eyes with me.
“No matter what happens, remember that life goes on, Liam. I’ve yearned to witness you grow into a
man, to see you take charge, and I’m proud of the person you’ve be. Don’t let loss or heartbreak
hinder your progress towards greater heights. So, I implore you, my son. Promise me that no matter
the oue, you’ll gather yourself and keep moving forward. Mike squandered his life and that of his
family due to his choices, and you mustn’t make your family pay for his sins. I know you care deeply for
Sophia, and I hope we can find her and save her. However, you must also prepare yourself for the
worst. If things don’t turn out as you wish, you must pick yourself up and move on. Life always
continues; time and seasons wait for no one. As long as we live, we must adapt and evolve with them.
Promise me you won’t remain stagnant,” he spoke with seriousness, studying my face intently. I knew
my father meant every word, so I nodded in agreement.
“I promise,” I replied, my words sincere. Though I meant what I said, I held onto hope that I wouldn’t
have to move on. I remained optimistic that we would find Sophia and that everything would eventually
be well.
My father dialled Alpha Christian’s number and activated the speakerphone. It took some time before
the Head Alpha answered, but eventually, he did.
“Good evening, your Majesty,” Alpha Christian greeted, causing my father to shift ufortably in his
chair. I knew he was doing this for my sake, and I felt grateful and hopeful in that moment.
“I am calling to inquire about the Maguire case,” my father stated, getting straight to the point. There
was a brief silence before Alpha Christian responded.
“I have it under control, your Majesty. I have been informed that your children are home. You have
nothing to worry about. We will apprehend the culprit soon,” Christian assured, as he should, given his
pursuit of the fugitives.
“Do you have any insight into his motives?” my father asked, preferring not to be so direct. I could
sense Christian’s sigh on the other end.
“There are too many theories to discern which one is urate. I had nned to present the matter to
the council in three weeks, but that timeline seems lengthy now. The Delta and Gamma teams
mentioned that Mike had grievances with the Thompson, and they had embarked on a mission together
that fateful night. However, they have no knowledge as to why he snapped andmitted the heinous
act of murdering the Alpha, Luna, and their daughter. It was a horrific scene, your Majesty. The
daughter had graduatedst year and was about to begin her first assignment when he took her life
and that of her parents. Rest assured, he will face justice for his crimes,” Christian exined, and I
didn’t want to dwell on Mike’s actions, as they were gruesome to contemte.
“What about Mike’s wife and daughter? Have you been able to locate them?” my father inquired
anxiously.
“Yes,” Alpha Christian replied, and a surge of tion washed over me.
“I’m not entirely certain, but it appears he sold them to some people on one of the inds. I’m still
working on identifying which specific ind it might be, but the Delta team suggests focusing on the
inds closer to the eastern coast. I’ve been attempting to reach Lord Albert to request his assistance
in sending troops to Kaizen and Braile Inds. Unfortunately, he hasn’t responded to my calls yet. My
initial n was to start the search there, but I have my doubts about finding them. It will require
extensive resources,” Christian exined, leaving me uncertain about how to feel. The news had
initially sparked hope, but now it seemed like a dead end.
“What do you suggest, then?” my father inquired, seeking guidance.
“I will continue the search, but I’m not optimistic about finding Mike. I can’tprehend why he would
commit such actions unless something happened between him and the Alpha that only they were
aware of. It infuriates me. Mike had the opportunity to report his Alpha to me, unless he himself was at
fault, and Thompson attempted to intervene. The Delta and Gamma teams support this theory and are
determined to apprehend him. Honestly, Grizlo is a small, tranquil town; no one would have anticipated
such a tragedy taking ce there,” Christian responded, prompting a weary sigh from my father.
“It’s disheartening to hear. I would like to request that you allow my son and his team to join you in the
investigation. They have shown a keen interest in the matter, and my son even asked me to assign him
as the Alpha of Grizlo for this purpose,” my father proposed, attempting to downy the severity of the
situation and what it meant to me. Alpha Christian let out a chuckle in response.
“The prince has just graduated. He should be enjoying his newfound freedom,” Christian remarked,
causing my heart to sink.
“The issue is moreplex than it seems, and I don’t believe it would be wise to send Prince Liam to
Grizlo. It appears as though Mike had nned everything meticulously, or there may be other parties
involved,” Christian exined, presenting an angle that would discourage my father from allowing me
to get involved.
My father looked at me, and I silently pleaded with him.
“Nevertheless, I still want him to assist you in the investigation, so he can gain firsthand experience of
the situation. He had a close rtionship with the Maguire family, so it hits close to home for him,” my
father confessed, withholding the true reason for my genuine interest, which was to find and save
Sophia. Christian remained silent, contemting my father’s request.
“Christian, I will ask you for a favour, and I hope you won’t refuse. You’vee to my aid in the past,
and I am now asking for your assistance once again,” my father stated, acknowledging the difficulty in
making such a request. As a king, he shouldn’t owe anyone favours, yet here he was, willing to go the
extra mile for me.
“I am all ears, your Majesty,” Alpha Christian responded, and my father let out a sigh. I observed as he
clenched his fist, nced at me, and then back at the phone.
“If you manage to locate Mike’s wife and daughter, could you find a way to spare their lives? I
understand thew, but we both know that punishing them for Mike’s crimes would be unjust. If we
continue to exact such retribution, our kind will face extinction. Despite what thew dictates, I firmly
believe that Mike alone should bear the consequences of his actions. His daughter and mate should
not be made to suffer for his sins,” my father proposed, his voice filled with conviction. Alpha Christian
let out a resigned sigh.
“I wish it were within my power to decide, your Majesty, but for such a decision to be made, it would
need to be brought before the council, and ultimately, Lord Albert would have the final say. Once his
decision is made to get involved, you can take over from there and decide their fate,” Christian
exined, expressing his willingness to support my father’s request. I felt a glimmer of hope, but the
realisation that the council meeting was scheduled for three weekster dampened my spirits. A lot
could transpire in the interim.
“In the meantime?” my father inquired, seeking further guidance. Alpha Christian let out a sigh in
response.
“Three weeks is a substantial amount of time, and much can unfold during that period. Let us hope that
we locate them before anyone else does. However, if we do manage to apprehend them prior to the
meeting, the Northern Alpha council will ultimately determine their fate,” Christian exined,
highlighting the reality of the situation. My father nodded, understanding that there wasn’t anything else
to say. Alpha Christian had been amodating to our requests and had even provided a potential
solution. The only uncertaintyy in the hands of fate, which could tip the scales in any direction.
After concluding the call, my father looked at me, hoping I could glean something from the
conversation.
“You heard what Alpha Christian said,” he remarked, and I nodded in agreement.
“He mentioned Kaizen and Braile,” I stated, but my father shook his head.
“The eastern region falls under the jurisdiction of your uncle. Any actions to be taken there must go
through him. I cannot simply give orders to him as I would to Alpha Christian or Alpha Devin. Leo has
chosen to show respect to me regardless, and our friendship ys a significant role. I cannot exploit it,”
my father exined, leaning forward.
“You heard Alpha Christian’s assessment. They don’t believe we will apprehend Mike ore across
his family easily. I suspect Mike has gone into hiding,” my father admitted, sighing in frustration. He ran
his fingers through his hair, disying his exasperation, then leaned back in his chair and studied me
intently.
“You’ve just graduated, Liam. You’ve just returned home, and now all of this. Peace is a precious gift
that you should learn to cherish. Trust me, I’ve been in your shoes,” my father expressed, his voice
filled with understanding. I remained silent, realising that I had exhausted my words and arguments to
persuade him otherwise.
“I would hate to be the one holding you back, Liam. I would hate to be the one obstructing your dreams.
That’s why I’m pleading with you to listen to me on this,” he continued, his tone filled with earnestness.
“I, too, don’t want Sophia and Margret to suffer for a crime they didn’tmit. Therefore, I implore you
to conduct some investigations under Vino’s supervision. We will proceed with our ns to travel to the
east next week as scheduled while Christian continues his search. If, by that time, there are no
significant developments and they remain unfound, Christian will bring the matter to the council, and I
will take the necessary action,” my father proposed, his eyes reflecting hope as he awaited my
response. I realised that I had no other choice but toply.