Lizzie's POV The plan was for the night to be one of festivity, a time when the whole pack got together to enjoy the festivities. But my heart fell when I peered at Philip from a distance. It appeared as though I had vanished into thin air, overlooked amidst the celebrations.Philip was busy showing our daughter Ana to the other members of the pack. As he carried her in his arms and shared sensitive time with her, his eyes twinkled with joy and satisfaction. The other pack members crowded surrounding them, embracing Ana, and showing her how much they cared.It was a stunning sight, and my heart skipped a beat in joy for Ana. It brought us great joy to witness the pack welcoming our newest member into the fold. However, when a wave of melancholy passed over me, I was unable to shake the sense of loneliness.I had anticipated that this celebration would provide me with a chance to reestablish my connection with the pack and close the distance that had grown between Catherine and me. Fi
Lizzie's POV I was at my breaking point to stop watching. Once a cause of happiness and celebration, the festival has become an ominous signal of my distance from Philip. The bright lights and music and laughter of the festival, which had made my heart sing, suddenly appeared like cruel jokers.I was becoming more and more disgusted with Philip as he kept embracing Ana and adoring Catherine. For me, it was not only the celebration that had turned sour; it was also my own emotions, weighed down with bitterness and sorrow.My feelings were on display for everyone to see on the stage that had become the celebration. Every stride I went through the vibrant lights and felt like I was being eliminated, forgotten, and just a none entity in the family.The touching moment of Philip embracing his new family caught my attention, but I ignored it. I felt repulsed by the sight in addition to being upset by it. It seemed like the enjoyment I knew was vanishing, and the celebration had turned into
Philip's POVI was holding Ana in my arms, her tiny body nestled over my chest, and I was looking around at all the noise that had broken out during the joyful celebration. Raised shouts and heated conversations abruptly overtook the sounds of laughing and celebration.With a gurgle, Ana gazed up at me, her big, innocent eyes unaffected by the chaos around her. She was too small to comprehend the intricacies of the pack relationships and the feelings that whirled around it, so I couldn't blame her.As I looked in the direction of the disturbance, I noticed that Lizzie and Catherine were having a furious disagreement. Their words resonated with the audience, creating an atmosphere of tension that was hard to ignore. Catherine looked upset, tears shining in her eyes, and Lizzie's face was twisted with rage.The celebration had become a battlefield for their feelings, and I had no idea what had caused such a heated exchange. Seeing the two ladies I loved deeply involved in a sour argumen
Catherine's POV I returned to my room to find it peaceful and alone after the hectic festival day. Lizzie's charges and accusations were still fresh in my memory, and I found myself thinking back on what had happened.The celebration, which was supposed to unite and provide joy to our pack, had devolved into an emotional war zone. Lizzie had been angry and resentful of me, and her nasty comments had caused me to feel pain in my heart.I let out a long sigh from where I was sitting on my bed. I had always wanted to be the pack's peacekeeper and uniting factor. I was hurting because I knew that Lizzie and I were becoming less and less compatible, and it would not be good for our family.I looked out the window, seeing our area glistening silver under the moonlight. The peace of the evening offered a sharp contrast to the chaos of the day. I had to find an opportunity to confront Lizzie about her accusations, to set the record straight, and look for a way out.Thinking about what to do
Catherine's POV Rose was a soothing presence in the area, and I was appreciative of her compassion. Rose's worry was evident as I kept on swinging Ana, her coos creating a calming background for our chat."Catherine," she said softly, "I sense that you're bothered by anything." What are your thoughts?"Because of our connection and mutual trust, I felt comfortable opening up to her and starting to communicate my opinions. "Rose, I encountered Stanley at the festival, and he told me so many things regarding Philip which left me startled."Rose drew forward, her countenance a mixture of worry and anticipation as her eyes grew wide with interest. "What did he tell you, Catherine?"I let out a sigh, the knowledge bearing down on me. Stanley informed me that Philip had moved on and wed someone else. He said that due to I gave birth to Philip's child, Philip is now exploiting me to obtain what he wants. Stanley told me that when Philip is through with me, he will get rid of me."A thick qu
Philip's POV The days after the celebration were different, but not in the manner I had anticipated. I had gotten used to Catherine's presence as the Alpha of our pack, and she would frequently eat with me and talk about our days. However, there was a noticeable shift that I couldn't ignore.There was a noticeable emptiness in my life since Catherine did not join me for breakfast. I attempted to ignore it, assuming that she could have had a hectic morning, but as the day went on, it turned clear that this was not an isolated incident.My anxiety increased when Catherine still hadn't arrived by midday. When I inquired with a few pack members about her whereabouts, they reported that she was alone in her room all day.My heart fell as the hours went by and I couldn't get rid of the impression that Catherine had shied away from me. Our pack had been happy during the celebration, and it had strengthened our bonds. However, it appeared as though a gulf had formed between us, and I was baf
Lizzie's POV My heart was troubled by the festival memories, and I was unable to get rid of the loneliness and rejection that had overtaken me that day. It seemed as though Ana and Catherine had taken my place and left me alone.I was finding it harder and harder to get over the festivities as the days went by. The celebration, which was supposed to be an expression of our solidarity, had instead highlighted the conflicts and uncertainties among our pack members.How I had been ignored and marginalized while Ana and Catherine received all of the attention bothered me. It was as if I had vanished into thin air, a simple observer among the group that I had always thought of as my family.There was always a twinge of anger and resentment in me whenever I watched Catherine with Ana. The celebration had brought our differences to light, and I was unable to let go of the bitterness that had crept into my heart.I was aware that I needed to face these feelings and figure out how to go on. T
LIZZIE'S POV There had been a lot of nervousness and impatience in the weeks after the festival. Catherine's odd conduct had been bothering me more and more. I was uneasy because I couldn't be sure what she was doing; it looked like everything she did was hidden.My Catherine has always been seen as quiet and reserved. Over the years, I had found solace in her serene and kind demeanor. However, recently, it seemed as though a curtain had been drawn to conceal her actual feelings and thoughts.The most disconcerting alteration was her propensity to disappear for extended periods. Her excuses, such as wanting time either by itself or having things to do, were evasive, but it was unusual for her to act that way.It was impossible for me not to question that she was hiding from me. Was it something to do with the festival's activities, or were there other changes going on that I was not aware of? It was getting harder and harder for me to concentrate on whatever else because of the naggi