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The Alpha's Surrogate Bride Chapter Eighty
Catherine’s POVI was astounded by the affluence and splendor that met me as soon as I entered the restaurant "Grand Appeal". I entered through its enormous double front doors. The building's structure alone was a piece of art that skillfully combined aspects of traditional and modern architecture. Just like a typical place, Philip would always love to have his launch. It gave off an unmistakable sense of refinement that served as a prelude to the luxurious dining treat that awaited inside.The sophisticated interior revealed itself to me in all its beauty as soon as I stepped through the door. The interior design was nothing less than excellent, with each element meticulously chosen to evoke a sense of supreme elegance. The restaurant's high ceiling was adorned with crystal chandeliers, which emitted a warm, appealing glow that bounced off the restaurant's many shining embellishmentsRichly crafted tapestries filled the gaps between elaborate oil paintings that represented opulent se
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Catherine's POV As I traveled to work in the morning, the light peaked through the windows, dappling the city in warmth. Confusion and disappointment from the day before were still there in my thoughts, nagging at me like a constant headache. I wanted explanations, and I had to approach Philip about what had occurred in the restaurant right now.I couldn't help but notice the contrast between the outside world and the chaos inside of me as I walked up to the CT Wines building. People went about their daily business, oblivious to the psychological conflicts I was currently experiencing.The elevator doors finally opened, allowing me to exit onto the executive floor. My anxiousness was only made worse by the hallway's clinical decor and subdued atmosphere. No matter how difficult it might be, I had to understand the truth.I inhaled deeply as I walked up to Philip's office, trying to calm myself. I couldn't allow my emotions to get the better of me, no matter how strong they were. As
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Catherine’s POVMy heart was filled with a great deal of anxiety as the next day approached. I was unable to get rid of my concerns about what had happened the day before. My thoughts ached from the unsolved concerns of Philip's departure from the restaurant. I had questions and I needed answers now.That morning, as I drove to work, I couldn't help but think back on what had happened. I felt empty and confused after the rich setting, sumptuous food, and promised meeting that never materialized.I went directly to Philip's office when I got to the CT Wines building. I was adamant that I was going to confront him about what had happened yesterday. I made a determined effort to walk up to the impressive doors of his office.However, the door simply swung open as soon as I approached his office and softly pushed it. The workplace was vacant. I blinked in shock and wondered whether Philip was just late. But there was a strange feeling. I looked across to Sarah, Philip's assistant, who was
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Catherine's POVA faint smile played on Philip's lips as he carried his daughter in his arms after he finally got to where we were seated. I was conflicted as I saw this delicate moment. I was glad to see him after his mysterious disappearance, but I also couldn't get rid of the worry and annoyance that had accumulated over the previous days.I wondered how he found us in the park. I didn't bother to ask him because I knew he would secretly want to know how his child was doing though. No father abandoned his child, not even the heartless ones.He eventually looked at me, although he didn't seem particularly friendly. "HeyCatherine, I will keep it brief though.I've come here to talk to you about something very important," he said with a certain amount of coldness in his voice. He then turned his att
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Sophia's POV Rose and I were unable to avoid the rising menace of Philip's challenge as the days went by. We needed a strategy, and we needed it quickly since the anxiety of losing my beloved daughter tormented my heart.One night, Rose and I were sitting in my living room, when the topic of our precarious condition came up. Rose, who has always been a trustworthy and competent friend, gave me a determined expression.Rose readjusted her sitting position while keeping her eyes steady on me. "We cannot just let Philip take your kid away from you, Catherine, she said. We need a strategy to keep her safe."My thoughts were whirling with anxiety and uncertainty as I smiled in agreement. But Rose, what can we do? Philip seems so intent on dividing us. And I know Philip more than anyone, if he says he wants this, he gets that.Rose shifted in closer and said in a lower tone. "What happens if we... disappear? Let's just leave everything behind and start a new life for someone else. Away fr
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Catherine's POV After accepting Philip's proposal, the next morning, Philip's men came to our house to help us pack our bags and other things we need in our new home. It was a warm morning with soft rays of light, Philip's men carefully loaded our belongings into their cars. I stood there with my daughter in my arms and watched them run through their task with the quiet efficiency of experience and determination.That morning they arrived, one of the men, a tall, friendly-looking man, approached me with a comforting smile. His eyes were like cat eyes, but he was still looking great. He said to me. “Madam, please don't worry about anything concerning packing your luggage, because we are here to do. We will take care of everything and we will take you to your new home comfortably."Rose and I were so relieved at their arrival. I can't thank them enough for their help too, though they were just doing their job. It wasn't easy to leave the life we knew, but deep down I think this new beg
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Catherine's POV That same day we stepped foot in our magnificent new home, there was an unsettling tension that seemed to permeate the lavish surroundings. Something really strange happened and I wondered if were in the wrong building.I was initially mesmerized by the luxurious features of the house, the expansive gardens, and the luxurious interiors, but as the day gradually turned to evening, an unexplainable unease crept over me. I continued to wonder why Philip hadn't come back yet, he was meant to be excited to welcome his family back, but he just acted like he normally does. Always nonchalant, or will I say it was just a proposed marriage?Well, I decided to continue exploring our new home as dusk painted the sky with orange and purple tones. I yearned for some solitary time to take in the beauty of the whole place even though my daughter was already in a sound sleep in one of the rooms upstairs.I moved from the comfortable bedroom, which had plush furnishings and sophisticat
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Cynthia's POV The servants were still standing there but their gaze shifted to the entrance door. I was startled by the noise of the door cracks but I pretended to be fine while I turned who had broken the ice in the atmosphere. A tall young black man dressed in a suit, wearing a black shade stepped in from the door. Another one followed him, dressing in the same pattern. So after four men, who had dressed in the same pattern looking like boogeymen had entered. They stood close to the servants waiting for the last one to approach as one of them held the door wide open. I saw the last person approached, and finally, he was Philip.A long sigh escaped my mouth. It was like a relief breath because I already thought those servants were crazy. Then I asked myself, "All these preparations to welcome Alpha Philip." I smiled in relief as those thoughts ran through my head. Philip was wearing a brown suit jacket with red suit pants. Immediately he entered the house, the servants who stood th
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CATHERINE'S POV I was faced with the enormous issue of bringing the pack together, which was weighing heavily on my mind. As two women propelled into roles of authority, Lizzie and I took the lead in this initiative, trying to mend the broken strands of trust and create a unity of sorts.Lizzie and I met in the large study, which was filled with expensive cherry furnishings and bookcases that held innumerable books. As we sat opposite from one another, the weight of duty falling on our heads like a thick blanket, the environment crackled with a feeling of purpose."I had not signed in for this one," Lizzie said, her resolve and doubt visible in her eyes. I sympathized with her; the unanticipated course of events had thrown us into unanticipated roles."Not a single of us did," I said, looking her in the eye. However, we have been given the responsibility of keeping this pack together. We must figure out how to make it function."The stone walls of the study, covered in the understand
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CATHERINE'S POV Every day that passed seemed like a lifetime spent inside the confines of my room. What had previously felt like a golden prison had become a painful expanse of loneliness over two weeks. Furnished with opulent furniture, the room had turned into a haven and a jail.With Ana, my darling little daughter curled up in my arms, there was only one thing to feel better in this stuffy environment. Her innocent look was blind to the struggle swirling inside of me as I attended to her needs, the burden of duty pressing down on me. Even with the room bathed in a subdued brightness from the glowing sunlight filtering through the drapes, the cold that persisted in my heart persisted.The loud ticking of the elaborate wall clock reverberated throughout the room, serving as a constant reminder that time was passing at an excruciatingly slow pace. Two weeks had passed between my fingers like sand grains, and I was left entangled in the opulent maze of affluence that had become a res
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LIZZIE'S POVI jumped through the table, my chest still thumping from the rage, and the opulence of the mansion's dining room vanished behind me. I was drawn outside by the scent of the neighboring garden in the evening air. To process the storm of feelings Philip's plea had unleashed inside of me, I wanted the comfort of wide-open spaces.Stepping out of the warm shelter of the evening, I was met by the expansive estate stretching before me. The sky was tinted pink as well as orangeas the sun sank low in the horizon, creating a pleasant glow. I took cover from the deluge of contradictory ideas on a seat tucked away in the garden, the calming sounds of the natural world providing a moment's reprieve.My thoughts raced with questions as I sat down on the bench. What made Philip decide to stage his death t
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PHILIP'S POV The sound of my footsteps reverberated across the lavish area, which was opposed to the secret choice I had chosen. Lizzie was sitting at the dining table staring at me expectantly and with anxiety in her eyes.I said, quietly but firmly, "Lizzie, we need to talk."A frown began to develop on her eyebrows as she lifted her head from her plate. Our dining room was spacious and well-furnished, which only served to heighten the significance of the talk that was about to take place."What's happening, Philip?" she said, searching my eyes for information.I sat down across opposite her, the enormity of the speech I intended to utter amplified by the oppressive quiet of the room. "I've accepted a choice, and that's significant because it includes the pack's safety and the possibility of Stanley's treason."Lizzie's eyes narrowed, a mixture of worry and fascination. "Exactly what somewhat choice?"Leaning forward, I placed my palms on the shiny dining tabletop. "I'm about to fa
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PHILIP'S POV As I left my house and the small comforts of the family behind, I was met by lengthy shadows from the rising light and relentless trials ahead. Dissatisfaction echoed like spirits in the air, and the familiar smells of the complex told narratives of a pack in disorder.I couldn't stop thinking about Catherine's captivity in our house; the conflict between my responsibilities as an Alpha and a parent kept me restless all the time. I was having trouble sifting through the complicated web that had been created by the pack's requirements, Stanley's lurking danger, and Catherine's deceit.I could hear the pack members' disgruntled whispers as I strolled around the complex. With each second of hesitation that went by, the once-unwavering loyalty that held us together appeared to wane. As the second mate to Philip, I found myself in a difficult position where my loyalty was needed to balance the pack's expectations with Philip's unclear objectives.Beneath my skin was a seethin
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LIZZIE'S POVMy wolf was aware of my uneasiness and was restless, just like me. An eerie silence had descended upon the pack ever since Catherine's duplicity was exposed, leaving me to deal with the unnerving fallout from my choice to reveal her.I had known all along just what I wanted to do: expose Catherine's betrayal, provoke Philip's fury, and see as he banishes her, cutting the treacherous thread that jeopardized the cohesion of our pack. However, when the days grew into evenings, the anticipated removal never occurred. Rather, Catherine stayed imprisoned within our Alpha's house, a live symbol of the treachery that hung over us like a shadow.My thoughts were tinged with doubt. Why was Philip so attached to Catherine, the beast who had woven a false web to get within our pack? Was he unaware of the threat she created, or was perhaps a more nuanced reality at play that I was unable to discern?I walked erratically into the center of the courtyard, a raging sea of questions racin
