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.

you, bouncing around like a monkey.

and turned her head away, clearly unwilling

"This brat's beyond my control. Hayley,

up some Francette from

gave him a subtle

still wasn't ready to be revealed. Godfather

then I have my reasons. And if you don't listen, forget about getting any

weak spot. She puffed out her cheeks in protest but didn't dare talk back

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

meal, Scarlett trailed behind us as we

she suddenly started walking off in the opposite

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you're going?" I turned to look

business," she shot back, glancing at

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

marionette whose strings

marched back to me.

serious?" Scarlett stared at me,