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 staying with the Midnight Pack or with the Southwells.

interest in any of the

Benjamin had made it clear that he didn’t

that in mind, I responded, “Grandpa, this is too generous. I can’t accept it. You should take

decision is final. You can leave 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 granddaughter. Whether you marry into this family or find your destined mate elsewhere, these shares are yours as a wedding

emotions welled up.

You’re grown now. Just

“But

still wanted to find a reason

Let’s wrap up business and enjoy dinner, George said, dismissing my

couldn’t help but notice that aside from Benjamin, the Southwell brothers

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for work, and not long after, Tanner made an excuse

Henry, and Irving were left

got up. “The three of you can take Hayz

got plans with my friends tonight and won’t be going back. Ler Ben take you back.”

and Irving. Arrangement suggested Benjamin should take

me,”

“We’ll head

nodded but gave Irving

something was

into Irving’s car, Hera, my inner wolf, was unhappy. “Why didn’t you go back with Benjamin? He’s our destined