Labitha's POV A difficult decision loomed before me, heavy and daunting. I couldn't escape the realization that my constant presence in Alpha Maddox's room was obstructing the growth of his bond with Carmiltha. When she was scared or in need of solace, Carmiltha would turn to me, not her mate, simply because I was there. Even worse, I often found myself awkwardly sprawled next to my sister and her mate, tangled in their embrace. These moments were embarrassing and uncomfortable. It’s quite embarrassing to wake up to see my legs shoved at my sister and her mate’s face. With a heavy heart, I made the choice to step back and vacate the room while going back to the room Alpha Maddox had kindly allocated to me initially. It was clear that Carmiltha needed the space to nurture her bond with

