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.

mattered more was that I had no intention of staying with the Midnight

of

he

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

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

My voice caught as emotions welled up. I hugged him

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

“But

wanted to find a

and enjoy dinner, George said,

help but notice that aside from Benjamin, the

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and not long after, Tanner made an excuse and left as well.

end, only Benjamin, Henry, and

George aid as he got up. “The three of you can

up. “Boss, I’ve got plans with my friends tonight and won’t be going back. Ler Ben take you

Arrangement suggested Benjamin should take me home, but Irving stepped in first.

me,” he said.

waved to Benjamin. “We’ll head out now.”

gave Irving a long,

something was off between

inner wolf, was unhappy. “Why didn’t you go back