Belle's point of view

I dash back to my house to join the party and see my family. My father is correct, and I must keep my head high and face this head on. I'm not going to let anyone else keep me from going to the party. I dash back to the house at top speed. I sneak into the back of the house and into my room when I arrive.

Katherine is in my room, waiting for me. "What were you doing?" Katherine inquires.

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

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