Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Alpha Hayley’s Destined Mate

Chapter 441 Like an Imposter

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The room was filled with everything a little girl could dream of dolls, toys, cartoon cars, backpacks, books, and clothes–all carefully arranged.

It was as if the room had been staged, every corner polshed to perfection, with not a speck of dust in sight.

“Michelle, I got this doll for you. Do you like it?” Virginia said, gently placing a doll into my hands.

“And this is an electronic watch I thought you’d love. I picked it in two colors, so you can change it depending on your mood.”

“I also bought you a piano. I know how much you adore music, and I believe you have the potential to be amazing at it. This one’s the best on the market, just for you.

“This dress is stunning, isn’t it? The moment I saw it, I knew it would be perfect for you.”

Virginia went on and on, detailing each gift with a glowing expression. With every word, my chest tightened.

her child. And yet, I felt like an imposter–like I was stealing something

I tried to speak.

hand and led

opened a drawer, revealing an intricately embroidered box inside. Virginia gently opened it, showing a pure gold

the bracelet out and slipped it onto my wrist. “It looks

at the bracelet on my wrist, my heart sinking. I attempted to remove it, but Virginia stopped me. “No,

a precious gift. I removed the bracelet and carefully returned

Freya’s scheme. I never should have agreed

murmured, my voice filled with regret.

If you don’t like it, we can always go shopping for something you prefer another

the box and placed it

like the warm, nurturing elders I’d known in the werewolf

to come clean. “Mrs. Virginia, I’m not Michelle. I’m just a stranger.

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she interrupted me, her expression changing

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