Olivia’s POV We arrived at a large field with hundreds of people. The air was full of excitement, and the smell of food and flowers mixed together. Colorful lights hung around the field, making everything look warm and inviting. Beta Edwin led me through the crowd, holding my hand. I felt safe and comforted. People smiled and bowed at him and stared at us, especially me. I believe they must be wondering who I was and why I was with their beta. “Don’t be nervous, Olivia, you are with me,” Beta Edwin whispered into my ear, and I nodded, sucking in a deep breath. “This place is beautiful,” I said, looking around. Edwin smiled and agreed. “The Shifting Festival is special. I'm glad you could join us tonight. Come on, let me introduce you to my mother. Unfortunately, my father is dead,” he

