Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 814 Do It Over

Hayley’s POV:

“No, no, no,” I said, waving my finger to clarify. “I’m not that noble. I only care about our own business. That’s what I meant when I asked you to build a signature brand.

“As long as we have our label, even if customers can buy the same design elsewhere, if it’s not under our brand, it’s just knock–off trash. It makes them look cheap, not us.

“And don’t forget, we’ve got Cynthia. We have brand and design–double insurance.”

If the Bennetts want to play dirty, fine. I’ll go high while they go low. Let them bring it on.

Humbert looked convinced. His expression regained confidence.

But after a moment, he frowned again. “Still, creating a brand from scratch … it’s a big investment.”

“And I’ll say what I always do–if money can fix it, then it’s not really a problem. Just focus on being Mr. Byrd, run the company, follow my instructions, and keep things on schedule. The rest? It’ll be taken care of.” I remained calm.

“Got it! Ms. Carson, don’t worry. As long as I’m here, Byrd Jewelry will be solid!” Humbert gave me a serious promise.

Then he paused again and looked a bit troubled. “But what about the stuff online …‘

it be. They’re giving us free advertising–on their dime. We should be thanking them.” I gave a faint

stood up, and disappeared

“Mr. Byrd?”

blinked, and he was

but isn’t it basic manners to say goodbye

head popped up at the top of my screen. “Huh? I’m still here, Ms.

my tongue, a little speechless. “Then, what are you

behavior

I’ve always been

to watch his manners when he dragged a plank of wood into frame, walked a couple of feet from the computer, flipped it around, and

this is the signboard/I had custom–made by a designer, just like

He sounded so proud.

stared at the neon

UO OU

Do

has a vintage flair. I can tell a lot of thought

I was complimenting him at first. He even ran his hand across the

occurred to him what I meant—I wanted