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75. Mistakes

Author: Naomi D.
last update Last Updated: 2025-07-01 20:01:15
Ford’s pov

Normally I would have ignored all my emotions, pushing them down so I would not feel the burden of what I had done.

Despite Nivia’s kind words, I knew I was at fault. But I was also aware that it was not my sole responsibility.

I may have created an environment where the council could do as they wished; however, I was not the one to light the fuse. I did not kill Pearle, but I did fail her.

‘This is a chance to learn from your mistakes. To own up to them,’ Callum pointed out.

It had been much easier to pretend I was infallible. By claiming an alpha is never wrong or never apologises, it made it easier to not second-guess my decisions. To not doubt my capabilities.

But it takes much more strength to admit one's mistakes and to try and better oneself than it does to hold on to the arrogant idea of being perfect.

It had been my mistakes with Nivia that had made me look in the mirror and admit I had wronged her as her mate, but it was time to own up to all of my mistakes. My fai
Naomi D.

I'm trying, I really am. But I'm sorry for the lack of updates and I am going to try to write at least three chapters this week.

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Laura Phillips Garrett
To see Ford being so open and loving. He has come so far in what everything, and like Nivia, I’m here for it. Now on with the Luna ceremony and kicking some trash to the curb!
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Laura Phillips Garrett
So happy to hear your son is progressing, even with some pain. He sounds like a very strong young man. As for no AC, I am so sorry. We use to have none, now we have 3. If I can’t sleep well with the heat, I am no good for work, as I work outside. Thank you for this sweet chapter. It’s wonderful…
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Laura Phillips Garrett
I pray your son is healing well, and you both are getting some much needed sleep. We will be waiting for when you can get to us. This story is amazing and I’m willing to wait and see how it progresses. I’m actually on pins and needles waiting. lol Thank you for the lovely update.
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