Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 57 He Doesn’t Want to Be My Mate

Hayley’s POV

#Finished

After George finished talking, he motioned for Matthew to pull out some paperwork. Then, he turned to

mc.

“Hayz, I’ve given this a lot of thought. Since one day you’ll choose one of my grandsons as your mate, you’ll be my granddaughter–in–law.

“The future of the Southwells will be yours to shape, so I’m transferring 30 percent of my shares to you.

“It’s a gift from me, no matter who you marry or become the Luna of our Midnight Pack.”

The Southwell brothers were all taken aback, except Benjamin. Their expressions showed shock. Christopher was the first to voice his thoughts. “Grandpa, isn’t this a bit rash? Even setting aside if Hayley will marry into our family, giving away 30 percent of the company shares is a big risk.”

“Yes, Grandpa. Maybe you should reconsider, Henry added.

“I also think it’s a bit hasty,” Tanner chimed in, glancing at me. “She’s still young and may not be ready for such responsibility.”

George wasn’t fazed by their concerns and addressed me directly, “I’ve considered everything, but I’ve made up my mind. If Hayz is okay with it, she just needs to sign the papers.”

I bit my lip. Thirty percent of the Southwell shares was a huge amount, something many would jump at.

But for me, the Alpha of the Shadow Pack, it was just a number.

of

no interest in any of the Southwell brothers–especially not

made it clear that he didn’t want me

is too generous. I can’t accept it.

it with me for now. If you ever need it in the future, it’ll be yours. No matter what happens, I’ll always treat you as my

emotions

my back reassuringly. “It’s alright. You’re grown now. Just listen to

“But

wanted to find

and enjoy dinner, George said, dismissing my

though, I couldn’t help but notice that aside from Benjamin, the Southwell brothers weren’t eating

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to leave midway for work, and not long after, Tanner made an excuse and left as

Benjamin, Henry, and Irving were

aid as he got up. “The three of you

I’ve got plans with my friends tonight and won’t be going back.

he left, leaving only me with Benjamin and Irving. Arrangement suggested Benjamin should take me home, but Irving

me,”

to Benjamin. “We’ll head out

gave Irving a long, meaningful look.

was off between them.

inner wolf, was unhappy. “Why didn’t you go back with Benjamin? He’s our