Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 422 Forgive Me

Hayley’s POV:

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Johnny made a deliberate effort to support me in front of everyone, making it clear just how much he valued me.

I nodded slightly in acknowledgment. “I understand, Mr. Johnny.”

He gave a quick nod before turning and walking away with his group, completely ignoring the other guests in the room.

As soon as he left, the entire atmosphere in the hall shifted.

Everyone had witnessed the way Johnny treated me, and one by one, people began approaching me, all wearing carefully crafted smiles.

“Hello, Ms. Carson, I’m Tucker Rhodes from PowerTech. It’s a pleasure to meet you.

“Ms. Carson, you’re absolutely stunning. If you get a chance, you should check out our company. The future is looking very bright.”

“Ms. Carson, here’s my business card! I hope we can stay in touch.”

It was impossible to ignore that this sudden friendliness was all because of Johnny’s presence.

Odessa soon altered her behavior, pulling me into a hug with exaggerated warmth. “Hayley, I’ve realized I was wrong. You’re such a kind and understanding person. For the sake of the Moon Goddess, you must have forgiven me by now, right?”

I raised an eyebrow and glanced at Benjamin.

smile but said nothing.

Odessa. “Mrs. Southwell, please, no need to be so formal. From now on, we’re family. I won’t hold

closer, her voice sugary sweet. “Oh, dear Hayz, you’re just a gem! It was all my fault before, and I’m so thankful that you’re willing

curious … how did you come to know

before casually responding, “He was an old neighbor of mine from

the fact

didn’t want Odessa thinking she could use me to get closer

what I could see, she was far too manipulative, and I didn’t want Johnny’s involvement with

as Odessa heard my response, her attitude

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off nonchalantly. “Alright, go

quickly added, “I’ll come

closely Benjamin was sticking to me, but

stepped out of

Benjamin asked, “What are

ahead and said

we walked toward

that Mr. Estrada?” he asked.

was leaving, he gave me a silent signal, telling me to come out and meet him. That’s why I rushed

I explained, I

we reached the car, the driver stepped out respectfully and opened the door for

you,” I replied as I climbed inside, with Benjamin