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.

learn of my

me, I walk away. I’ll handle my future engagements

negotiate alternate terms for our packs‘

Since losing my

mate’s

later, disguised as a nondescript Omega, I forsook luxury

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

better to do?” I overheard the rebellious–looking one among them. complaining. I later learned he was Henry Southwell, the youngest of the five brothers.

even a direct descendant of the Phantom Pack ruling family. I heard she’s just an Omega,” added another, who wore a mask and hat. I soon recognized him as Christopher

are the Alpha heirs of the Midnight 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

heir. He doesn’t have to attend these

beside Tanner had to be

myself, I checked my deliberately shabby outfit and rough makeup, grinning as I approached them.

Southwell

Christopher’s, who

Carson?”

“Grandpa wasn’t lying, you guys are so

if you’re an Omega with

so crass.”