, Three Wishes , One Alpha's Fatal Betrayal 7.0 % , Three Wishes , One Alpha's Fatal Betrayal 7.1 % , Three Wishes , One Alpha's Fatal Betrayal 7.2 % Chapter 16 Coming back would mean facing everything she had turned away from . Her doubts must have shown on her face because Leo's expression softened . Gone was the pride and brilliance that used to radiate from her . This wasn't the same Liora who had once commanded classrooms and boardrooms with her unwavering confidence . Back then , professors called her a " once - in - a - generation " talent - a prodigy with a flair for leadership and vision . Now , she seemed uncertain , like a flame that had been dimmed . But Leo didn't falter . " It's okay to feel behind for a while , " he said gently . " But , Liora your talent ? Your ability ? They're not something ordinary people can match . " He paused , letting his words settle . " As long as you still want this ... still want to walk this path ... it's not too late to start over . ' For a moment , Liora said nothing . Her heart raced , torn between fear and hope , between insecurity and the faint whisper of the woman she used to be . Finally , she drew in a deep breath and exhaled slowly . Then , she nodded . " Okay , " she said , her voice steady for the first time in what felt like years . ( 0 )