Belle POV

I run back to the house to be with my family and join the party. My father is right, and I have to hold my head high and deal with this head-on. I cannot let someone else keep me from the party. I sprint back to the house full speed. When I get to the house, I sneak into the back and go into my room.

Katherine is waiting for me in my room. "Where were you?" Katherine asks.

"I went for a run," I snap at her. Katherine is so far up mom, that she will tell her whatever I say.

"I was worried about you. Everyone...