Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 53 1 Need Your Help

Hayley’s POV:

I had no choice but to turn around and greet him, “What a coincidence. You’re here too.”

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“Germ,” he said bluntly, leaving me confused for a moment. But then, I thought of something and asked, “Are you giving me a ride home? That’s great. I won’t need to call a taxi.”

Without waiting for a response, I opened the car door and got in. Benjamin didn’t offer any explanation. Soon, the driver started the engine and drove off.

I thought he was taking me home, but soon after the car began moving, he handed me a stack of documents. “These are the details for the meeting will Dorian Neel later. Go through them,” he instructed.

Puzzled. I looked at him. “Why are you giving these to me?”

“My assistant couldn’t make it, so I need your help, he replied.

“Wait, you want me to act as your assistant?” I asked, still unsure. Benjamin nodded. Tll appreciate it.”

Though I felt hesitant, I couldn’t think of a reason to say no. I remembered how he had helped me during the tennis match, so I sighed and agreed. I opened the files and began reviewing them.

A little while later, the car stopped in front of a fancy Michelin–starred restaurant, and I followed Benjamin inside.

In the elevator, I caught my reflection and instinctively adjusted my glasses. Benjamin noticed and said, “You should take care of your appearance more often. Being well–groomed is an advantage.”

I was about to snap back at him, but the elevator

glare as we stepped out. I muttered, “If he thin oors

bad, why ask for my

brothers, I wouldn’t have gone through the trouble of hiding my true appearance when I came

standing there for? Come over here. Benjamin’s voice snapped me

Hera urged, completely ignoring his bossy tone. She was thrilled.

room, the other party stood up respectfully to greet

“Sorry for the delay, Mr. Neel.”

me but quickly looked away, clearly not impressed by my appearance.

and sat

at the table, Jed Field from Mount Corporation, asked curiously.

introduction. “This is my assistant,

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for that” Jed chuckled, eyeing

help, I naturally didn’t show

Field.”

from their expressions that no one, not even Benjamin, believed me. But no

to the contract?” Dorian suggested, motioning for his secretary to bring out the documents.

they were complicated. I noticed Benjamin looking at me with

the food arrived. Dorian signaled for the waiter and said, “Bring out the red wine I

deal is done. Once we get back, I’ll have our legal team draft the contract, and we can sign

you. I look forward to