Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 737 Fluent in Francette

Hayley's POV:

I couldn't help but let out a soft laugh, then replied in flawless, fluent Francette, "Hello, Scarlett. My godfather speaks of you often. You really are as charming and lively as a fairy."

Scarlett shot me a surprised glance, her expression hardening into disappointment. She muttered a stiff "Thanks" and jerked her hand away.

Johnny, on the other hand, burst out laughing and asked, "Hayley, when did you learn to speak Francette?"

"Godfather, have you forgotten? One of the Carsons' biggest farm clients is from France-you were the one who introduced this deal to us," I explained.

I didn't mention that I actually own a château in France and used to spend part of every year living there.

"Oh, right, right, I do remember now," Johnny said, waving his hand as it clicked. "I'm getting old-my memory's slipping. Enough of that. You must be hungry after such a long flight-come, let's eat."

I noticed the dishes closest to me were all my favorites, while those across the table clearly catered to a different palate.

I couldn't help but smirk a little. Godfather really did dote on me just as much as he did his biological daughter.

I sat down and chatted with him for a bit, casually noting that Scarlett seemed completely uninterested the entire time.

opening to bring her into the conversation. "Look at you, bouncing around like a monkey. What, you got ants in your pants? Can't

dramatically and turned her head

Johnny sighed and turned to me. "This brat's beyond my control.

to boss me around?" Scarlett snapped. "So what if she picked up some Francette from dealing with the French? She's just an Omega- what could she possibly teach

an O... "Johnny began, but I gave him

an Alpha still wasn't ready to be revealed. Godfather instinctively helped

to teach you, then I have my reasons. And if you don't listen, forget

line hit Scarlett's weak spot. She puffed out her cheeks

case, I'll help out-for your sake, Godfather," I replied with a smile,

behind

the entrance, she suddenly started walking

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do you think you're going?" I

glancing at me

give this autographed poster from the mysterious singer Harmony to?" I mused aloud, pretending to

like a marionette whose strings had been yanked. She

marched back to me.

serious?" Scarlett