Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 157 Won’t Go the Way You Want

Hayley’s POV

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I set my pen down, surprised someone would come to school looking for me. Curiosity piqued. I stood up and walked out.

The moment I stepped into the hallway, I sensed Heras growing agitation. Looking up, I spotted Irving standing at the far end of the corridor.

My mood soured immediately. I’d been planning to confront him anyway, and now here he was, showing up uninvited.

I walked toward him and asked coldly, “You’re looking for me?”

Irving turned his head to meet my gaze. “Let’s talk, he said simply before turning to leave.

Thesitated for a moment but decided to follow him.

quiet, tree–lined path on campus. Only then

you’ve got something to say, just spit it out,” I said

to talk to me

laugh. “Irving, do you ever hear yourself? My

not everything is as it seems–like you. You act so didlerent, but it’s all just a façade. Too bad for you, though, because some things just won’t

you want.”

me for going after what I want. If they won’t give it willingly, why shouldn’t I fight for

dare use me in the process!” I snapped, my voice low and sharp.

done for me so far–it’s all been an act, hasn’t it? You were

some ways. But it’s a shame–I’m not interested in you. And I despise people like you, Irving People who can’t play fair, who always

leveled him with a glare. “The thing I hate most is using feelings

calm, not a hint of embarrassment. Instead, he chuckled lightly. “Hayley.

enough for you to

and countered, “How do you know it’s all an act? Can’t you

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