Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 299 She’s Incredibly Talented!

Teri’s POV

Finished

I didn’t quite understand why Mr. Southwell said that, but based on my instincts, I thought the dress that Omega woman had altered looked much better than before!

The stitching was so unique, each stitch was carefully placed with great attention.to detail. I’ve been in this. business for years, and I’ve never seen anyone stitch like she does..

I even thought she might be a top–tier designer Benjamin had hired.

With that in mind, I couldn’t help but ask, “Mr. Southwell, who exactly is Ms. Carson?”

Teri was simply curious about Hayley’s background, but Tanner assumed that Teri was afraid to ask because of Hayley’s possible status.

“She’s just a friend. It’s fine, she’s not an expert. If it didn’t turn out well, that’s understandable, he responded dismissively.

Tanner’s POV:

Teri was stunned by my answer.

“Boss, that hurt my feelings!” she exclaimed.

Confused, I looked at her. “What’s wrong?”

Teri immediately replied, “If an outsider can do this well, what does that say about me, someone who’s been in the industry?

“I’ve been in this line of work for so many years, but now I feel like I’m inferior compared to an outsider. It’s such a blow to my self–esteem. I can’t take it, I need some time alone.”

leaving me standing there, staring at her back with a puzzled look. “Can you at least explain yourself?”

got in response was

right.

even if she was smart,

other fields–it takes time and experience. What does

in my head. Why overthink it? I should just wait and see

1/3

She’s

Finished

had already roughly outlined the new dress. As I looked at the finished

good as anything the boss could create.

you sure you’re not a

her lip and said, “T’d say I’m

this talented, while I, a professional, was

gifted!” I couldn’t

the dress and said, “The overall shape is almost there, but it still

and the two of us began the final touches on

stitched each part carefully while I assisted.

the last stitch was in place,

You managed to fix this

legs, then glanced at the clock on the wall. It

late? I didn’t even feel the time pass.”

growled loudly, and I realized we still

done,

let’s grab

to miss the chance to

place nearby. The food’s pretty good. Let’s go there.”