Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 423 I’m So Proud of You

Hayley’s POV:

Johnny quickly averted his gaze, then turned back to me with a sincere expression. “Hayz, how’s everything going? If you ever need anything, don’t hesitate to reach out. Remember, I’ll always have your back.”

“I’m doing fine, so don’t worry about me,” I reassured him with a smile.

“Good to hear,” Johnny said, seemingly remembering something. He reached into his pocket and pulled out a set of keys, handing them to me.

“So you got into New College. I’m so proud of you. To make things easier for you, I bought you a place near the school. You’ll have a convenient spot to stay.”

I glanced at the keys, feeling overwhelmed.

“This is too much. I can’t accept this,” I replied, politely declining.

Johnny’s expression turned serious. Without another word, he pressed the keys into my hand. “I’m your godfather. I treat you like my own daughter. This is nothing extravagant. If you don’t take it, I’ll be hurt.”

“Alright, Johnny, I’ll accept it,” I said, finally taking the keys. I gave him a warm hug.

Johnny’s face lit up with a big smile. “That’s more like it. Don’t be so formal with me. When do you head to school? I can help with any arrangements.”

“Probably early September.”

“Got it. Let me take you home. Are you heading to the Southwells‘?”

I quickly shook my head. “No, I moved out. I’m living at Champagne Oaks now. I bought the pla myself.

“Hayz, is something bothering you? Have you been upset

felt like I

it is, don’t keep it to yourself. If you ever need

I assured him

didn’t say anything more.

arrived at my place, I

hadn’t moved, which surprised me

on, he spoke. “I need to have a word with Mr. Estrada.

to Johnny. “Johnny, is this something I can’t hear?”

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a conversation between then, Hayz. You wouldn’t want to be a

lips together. “Alright, Johnny! I’ll

Benjamin’s POV:

Hayley stepped inside and the car door closed, the dynamic between Johnny and me changed. The tension in the air was unmistakable. We both stayed silent, but for the first time, I felt a sense of pressure that I

far beyond what most people could imagine. His

him being her godfather, made

he spoke. “Ben, honestly, Hayz

take good care of her. Don’t let her suffer.”

“As for your mother, there are things I probably shouldn’t mention, but I