Why does Illustrator embed my linked files after packaging?

Once I've successfully placed images into an illustrator document at 100%, all is looking good and just peachy until I package the file to prepare for print. The package report denotes a successful job completed, but when I open the packaged illustrator file again to make sure files are still linked, I find the files embedded. I even tried copying a successful packaged file in which I replaced the linked image with the new desired image to no avail. Any constructive comments or tips to help would be greatly appreciated.
-Thanks.
(Package report attached for reference).

Yes I did @Larry...
After reading your post, I promptly repackaged the file again, this time omitting the "include linked files" box. Upon reopening the file, the files remain properly linked.
Thank you kindly for your insight!

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