Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 159 Sudden Change

Hayley’s POV:

Henry cleared his throat, looking a bit embarrassed.

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“You don’t have to say it if you don’t want to. I don’t have time to waste on pointless chatter,” I said bluntly. not sparing him a shred of dignity.

Henry panicked. “No, Boss! I have something important to say!”

I glanced up at him. Henry seemed to summon all his courage before asking. “Boss, how can I improve my grades?”

Instinctively, I reached out and touched his forehead. “You don’t have a fever. Why are you acting so strange today?”

Henry’s face turned awkward, but he pressed on. “Your grades are amazing. You must have some good study techniques. Would you mind teaching me?”

Lput down my textbook, surprised by his sudden change of attitude.

“Why the sudden interest in studying? As the younger brother of the Alpha of the Midnight Pack, you’re practically destined for success without lifting a finger. Why make life hard for yourself? Weren’t you doing just fine before?”

Henry’s expression grew serious. “That’s what I used to think, too. Our family leads the Midnight Pack, and our strength is unparalleled. I figured I could slack off without worrying about my future.”

“But ever since the Southwell Group’s incident, I’ve realized everyone else in the family has been able to step up and help. I’m the only one who’s completely useless.”

werewolf, my combat abilities are barely on par with some of the higher–ranked warriors. How am I supposed to protect the Midnight Pack in

as much as I

He sounded sincere.

Henry a long, thoughtful look before asking, “How have your grades been so far?”

the mention of this, Henry instantly became

since I started school, I’ve never really paid attention in class. During exams, I just scribble down whatever I can, but I spend most of the time sleeping. So, my

tone neutral. “But tell me, what’s your goal? How much do you want

Ivy League

“That’s a pretty tall order, considering your current

to improve enough to apply

came to you!” Henry looked at me

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how does that

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ten million dollars a year, you’ll likely earn at least a million. If you’re with someone who makes a million, you can probably make a hundred thousand. Using

understood what he was getting at.

my Boss! I’m your loyal sidekick–it’s

immediately. “I don’t think I can…”

mean?