Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 69 A Good Opportunity to Approach Her

Irving’s POV:

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I noticed that Hayley seemed downcast, and I thought this might be a good opportunity to approach her. I asked, “So, any plans for the weekend?”

She glanced at me and replied, “No, not really.”

I suggested, “I heard a new equestrian club opened up on the west side of town. How about we go horseback riding together?”

Hayley shook her head, rejecting the idea. “Nah. Not a fan of horse riding.”

“Okay, how about catching a movie? There’s a comedy that just came out, and it’s getting good reviews.”

Hayley looked a bit surprised at my offer.

“Irving, you …” Before she could finish, I quickly interrupted her, “Don’t get me wrong; I’m just worried you might feel bored over the weekend. Plus, it’s what George suggested–we should keep you company.”

“No, thanks. I can manage on my own.”

Her refusal was clear, and it dawned on me that I might have been too eager. I was rushing things. “Alright, if you have thoughts of anywhere you’d like to go, just let me know, and I’ll take you.”

Hayley nodded slightly. I felt a slight sense of relief.

As I drove her home, we ran into Benjamin at the foot of the stairs. He was coming down just as we reached the top. Hayley greets him first.

Benjamin shot me a long, unreadable look before turning to Hayley and saying, “Grandpa is looking for you just now. If you have time, you should see him in the study.”

Hayley thanked him and said, “Got it. I’ll head there now.”

With that, she headed upstairs to the study.

radiating a warning.

warning with a smirk and challenged, “What’s that supposed to mean, Ben? I’m just following George’s advice to look out for her. How does that translate into me messing

you should pay attention to company matters. I heard we’re developing new projects that require significant investment. You might want to keep an eye on things to avoid any mishaps.”

heed my

wasn’t just about business but about Hayley.

Ben! I know what I’m doing. I will not interfere with company

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With that, he left.

Hayley’s POV:

knocked on

“Come in!”

pushed the door open and stepped into the study. “Grandpa Southwell, you want to talk

waved at me with a

obediently walked over. He handed me a document and said, “This is for

“You want me to come

think of it as a chance to keep this old man

school. I agreed to join him the next

leading multinational companies in North Annestone, involved in a wide array of sectors–from oil and gas to real estate development and the entertainment

we took the elevator and went all the way to the top–floor conference

to sit down. He said, “Just relax and carry on

they had taken

brings you here?”

to check things out. Don’t

Benjamin returned to his seat and

“I listened to them discuss business matters and was completely uninterested. So, I pulled

and we’re in further communication with the government, but we’re facing a serious issue right now.”