Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 1 Choosing A Mate

Hayley’s POV

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As the first female Alpha of the Shadow Pack, I knew my marriage path would not follow the typical romantic tale. No waiting Moon Goddess signs at eighteen for me.

The moment I took on the Alpha mantle, my priorities shifted toward preserving the pack’s legacy, even if it meant sacrificing personal happiness for strategic alliances.

Yet, I refused to simply acquiesce as my parents had, sacrificing their happiness for duty with little to show for it.

Instead, one restless evening, I shifted into my wolf form and dashed through the forest, seeking solace in its familiar embrace.

Caught during my restless run, my assistant approached. “Alpha, your grandfather wishes to discuss an urgent matter.”

Acknowledging with a swift nod, I phased back to human form and sped across the plains, returning to our grand estate in a blink.

Upon entering his study, Grandpa laid out his plans. “To strengthen our bond with the Midnight Pack, you are to consider marrying one of the Southwells, who lead them.”

He then insisted on a prompt engagement.

Leaning back, I mulled over his words. After that, I met his gaze with a defiant smirk. “Fine, but on my terms.

mustn’t learn of my Alpha

away. I’ll handle my

that happen, I’ll negotiate alternate terms for

agreement. Since losing my paren has always shown me

prematurely bound by any potential mate’s recognition, I masked my

disguised as a nondescript Omega, I forsook luxury travel for a budget flight

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I spotted four striking men waiting for me at the terminal.

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captured the attention of everyone around. If not for the bodyguards present, numerous onlookers would

four come to pick up this girl. Does he think we have nothing better to do?” I overheard the rebellious–looking one among them. complaining. I later learned

ruling family. I heard she’s just an Omega,” added another, who wore a mask and hat. I soon recognized him as Christopher Southwell, the fourth brother and star of a popular Netflix

Pack. How can we let an Omega from Phoenix City choose one of us as a fiancé? I thought Grandpa was joking when he mentioned this yesterday!” said Tanner Southwell, the third brother, whose face I recognized instantly as I approached them.

for being the first Alpha heir. He doesn’t

Tanner had to be Irving Southwell, the second

with myself, I checked my deliberately shabby outfit

Southwell brothers? I’m Hayley

expressions froze, especially Christopher’s, who incredulously asked, “You’re Hayley

Carson?”

admiration. “Grandpa wasn’t lying,

if you’re an Omega with

so crass.”