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.

noticed my unease, as he had been uncharacteristically gentle

announced, brought you your favorite mousse cake. You should

I merely nodded in response, not saying anything

back to school tomorrow?” Benjamin inquired again.

up, I replied, “Yeah.”

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

room, I set my book aside with a sigh. Just seeing Benjamin stirred

Take Turns

+8 Pearls

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

future Alpha of the Shadow Pack, my upbringing had been strict

that my first kiss and my first time being carril like that were both with Benjamin only heightened my

my appetite. Instead, I pulled out my laptop and logged into my account, only to find a message

a translation, why not take advantage of it? If I disguised myself well enough, he might

mind, I quickly replied to Benjamin, “My fee would be 10 million.

response came back almost

need a passport. Any

are you planning to go abroad?”

leaving in a couple of days.”

on it right

me a flight for the day after tomorrow to

“Got it, Alpha.”

to maintain my distance. I couldn’t allow a repeat

morning I decided to visit the Shadow Pack to see my grandparents.

learned of my plans, he quickly instructed the housekeeper to prepare

looked at the towering pile of gifts,

Grandma and Grandpa’s behalf,” I replied.