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.

concern crossing his face. “Hayz, is something bothering you? Have you been upset

fine. I just felt like I was

seemed unconvinced, but he didn’t press. Instead, he said, “Whatever it is, don’t keep it to yourself. If you ever need to talk, I’m

promise, Johnny, I’m okay,” I assured him with a

didn’t say

arrived at my place, I got out first.

Benjamin hadn’t moved, which surprised me

was going on, he spoke. “I need to have a

looked to Johnny. “Johnny, is this

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lightly. “It’s just a conversation between then, Hayz. You wouldn’t want to be a

lips together. “Alright, Johnny! I’ll head up now.

Benjamin’s POV:

stepped inside and the car door closed, the dynamic between Johnny and me changed. The tension in the air was unmistakable. We both

reached far beyond what most people could imagine. His family had once produced an Alpha

Johnny, with him being her godfather, made her position beneficial for both her and

when Johnny’s gaze met mine, and he spoke. “Ben, honestly, Hayz is like a daughter to me. I know everything about her

take good care of her. Don’t let

added, “As for your mother, there are things I probably shouldn’t mention, but I have to remind you: As long as