Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 785 How Can You Compete With Me?

Hayley's POV:

I didn't let any of their words get under my skin.

Registration wrapped up pretty quickly after that.

I turned to Humbert. "See anything worth taking? Go ahead and write down the number and add it to mine."

"There's one that caught my eye, but I'm not sure yet," he said, hesitating.

"If it feels right to you, then go for it. I'll cover it. Don't stress about the price." I'd always been the type to treat my friends well.

Humbert didn't answer and just looked defeated. I could tell he also thought I didn't stand a chance.

I didn't bother trying to explain.

"I get it," Humbert said seriously, "But there's still some time left. I want to keep trying."

I just shrugged and let him do his thing.

took off for the inner room again, clearly on a mission

was gone, I was left alone and got a little bored. With the morning session almost over, I figured I might as well

that both Hera and I

to see Preston approaching,

casually waved down a waiter and snagged a glass of champagne, looking

relaxed. Care to share a drink with me?" he asked, handing me a glass frivolously.

my face away, and said

long you can keep up that attitude. When they announce the results later, you're done. I'll

a cool smirk. "Oh yeah? Did I lose already? The results aren't

others yet, but I'll probably get some from them. You were out there digging through junk, picking up worthless leftovers.

even feel like responding/Arguing with someone that crude and full of himself was a

energy.

clearly trying to stand up for me. "Mr. Preston,

How Can

Omega girl. That's bad for your family's

up!" Preston snapped, cutting

18 Pearts

was dirt. "You're here to pick stones with gems. That's it. Don't stick your nose