Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 99 Take Turns Caring for Me

Hayley’s POV:

+8 Pearls

When I regained consciousness, the first thing that met my gaze was Grandpa Southwell’s concerned. expression hovering above me. Hayz, you’re finally awake.”

My thoughts were muddled, and as I focused on the ceiling I knew so well, vivid memories of being trapped in the elevator flooded back, making me shiver uncontrollably.

“Hayz, are you alright?” he asked, worry etched on his face,

I shook my head. “I’m okay; I’m sorry for causing you to worry.”

“Don’t say that. I didn’t realize you had claustrophobial promise I’ll make sure this doesn’t happen again.”

Few people were aware of my fear of enclosed spaces, and it had been years since I last had an episode. I had thought I had conquered that part of myself, but this incident shattered that illusion.

The fear of being trapped felt like a nightmare I would never escape, especially since every time I experienced a panic attack, I lost my connection with my wolf, Hera, leaving me powerless to transform and break free.

Just tell me what you want to eat, and I’ll have it prepared for you. You need to rest more after your recovery,” Grandpa Southwell said gently, bringing me back to reality.

“Okay, Grandpa Southwell,” I replied, appreciating his thoughtfulness.

After several days of resting at home due to my episode, Grandpa Southwell had arranged for Benjamin and his brothers to take turns caring for me.

Christopher had a packed schedule, yet he still managed to check on me whenever he returned home. Each time he visited, he wore a frown, but he was friendly nonetheless.

I had developed a decent rapport with the brothers during my recovery, but my interactions with. Benjamin felt strained.

Ever since that kiss, an air of discomfort lingered between us, prompting me to steer clear of him.

have noticed my unease, as he had been uncharacteristically gentle lately, tempering his

he brought a dessert into my room, he announced, brought you your favorite mousse cake. You should try

I merely nodded in

you going back to school tomorrow?”

looking up, I replied,

telling me, “Make sure to eat. I’ll be leaving now

book aside with a sigh. Just seeing

Take Turns

+8 Pearls

was Benjamin who had carried me back to my room when I collapsed in the

realization filled me with embarrassment. Growing up as a future Alpha of the Shadow Pack, my upbringing had been strict and focused on responsibility, leaving little

being carril like that

pulled out my laptop and logged into my account, only to find

I mumbled–to myself. Then an idea struck me: If Benjamin was truly willing to pay a high price for a translation, why not take advantage of it? If I disguised myself well enough, he might not recognize me. Besides, what

Benjamin, “My fee would be 10 million.

came back almost instantly, “OK.”

a passport. Any name

up, “Alpha, are you planning to

in a couple

get on it right

me a flight for the day after tomorrow to Mornant,” I added.

“Got it, Alpha.”

Benjamin, I needed to maintain my distance. I couldn’t allow a repeat of what

following morning I decided to visit the

he quickly instructed the housekeeper to prepare generous gifts. “Hayz, take these

towering pile of gifts,

Grandma and Grandpa’s behalf,”