Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 140 You’ve Worked Hard

Hayley’s POV:

I looked over at her and smiled warmly. “Tello, Aunt Ta.”

Once Tara realized it was truly me, she transformed excitedly into a gentle she–wolf and trotted over, nuzzling her furry head into my embrace. “Alpha, it really is you! You’re finally back!”

Her voice was full of emotion, and after a moment, she shifted back to human form.

“For three years, I’ve been waiting every day, hoping you’d return. And now you’re here! I’m so happy. I don’t even know what to say!”

“How have you all been?” I asked. Tara nodded eagerly. Good! We’re all doing well! Your great–aunt has been asking about you constantly, and Uncle Josh is also doing well… Oh, and Loki just had a litter of puppies–they’re nearly a month old now. Come on, let’s go inside the manor, and I’ll tell you everything.

Tara and I walked arm–in–arm down the path through he manor grounds. As we passed, the staff noticed me and came forward, each one bowing and offering to carry my bags.

“Alpha!”

“Alpha, you’re back!”

One after another, they greeted me warinly, and I returned each greeting with a smile.

Just then, a small white dog came bounding up, wagging its tail happily. I knelt down, grinning, and petted its head. “Loki, you’ve grown so much!”

“Alpha, I’ve been cleaning your room every day, and the sheets are all fresh and new. You should go upstairs and rest. I’ll head to the kitchen

“Thank you, Aunt

please don’t call

and went off

my room. As soon as we got there,

the window and opened it wide. Outside was a breathtaking lavender field, stretching to the horizon, just as it was in my memories.

of lavender–but it was nothing compared to her infatuation with Benjamin’s scent.

I thinking about

Benjamin’s POV:

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Mr. Josh.

Finished

manor, I double–checked the address in my hand. It was correct,

opened the door, and seeing my unfamiliar face, she asked politely, “Sir, whom are you

to see?

fluent Francette, “Is

eyes lit up with recognition, and she bowed respectfully, “You must be

nodded, and the maid led me

with a courteous gesture. Confused, I asked, “Where exactly

somewhere if you arrived. You’ll understand when get there.”