Chapter Ninety-seven

Lizzie's POV

I was feeling the heavy weight of my anxiety with Catherine's presence in my life and it grew deeper as each day progressed toward the yearly pack reunion. It appeared to be a storm I needed to get ready for. My worry was increasing, like a flood that was constantly rising and threatening to engulf me in uncertainty and misery. This feeling was something I had avoided my whole life, but at this point, I don't think I can avoid it anymore.

The very first comfort Catherine had provided when she initially joined the family had gradually given way to a chilly frost that had crept into our house's crevices. I was still plagued by the recollection of our last altercation, which hung across my thoughts and actions for a very long time. It was an absolute nightmare that kept repeating, getting scarier and more realistic each time. It was embarrassing and I couldn't stop remembering every moment of it.

I could still remember her arrogant voice and eyes as she warned me not to eve