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

hard, stood up,

“Mr. Byrd?”

blinked, and he

mean, we’re pretty close, but isn’t it basic manners to say goodbye before walking

as I finished, his tilted head popped up at the top of my

my tongue, a little speechless. “Then, what

my subordinate, his behavior rubbed me the wrong

hide my Alpha identity, I’ve always been the one in charge. No one’s ever dared be

of wood into frame, walked a couple of feet from

had custom–made by a designer, just like you asked. It

He sounded so proud.

stared at the neon swirl of artsy fonts on

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The design’s… creative. It has a vintage flair. I can tell a lot of

first. He even ran his hand

occurred to him what I meant—I wanted him to