Chapter 203: Grandpa and Grandma Are Here
Hayley’s POV:
“What are the conditions?” Henry asked, looking at me with confusion.
To make it to the President’s List again, I’ll stay up all night playing games with you,” I replied.
Henry’s eyes widened. “Boss, are you serious?”
I smiled and nodded. “Yes, I’m serious.”
Henry immediately jumped up, excited. “Boss, wait for me! I’m definitely going to make it onto the President’s List again! And don’t forget your promise to stay up all night playing games with me!”
I nodded again. “Don’t worry, I won’t forget.”
With that assurance, Henry put down his game and left, brimming with confidence. I had no idea what he was preparing.
After a long day of classes, I returned to the Southwell residence. But as soon as I stepped inside, I noticed that the house was unusually lively. I never expected that my grandparents had arrived.
In the living room, George was welcoming Bill and Dorothy Carson.
“You two have traveled a long way; it wasn’t easy for you. This time, make sure to stay with us for a while before you head back.”
Bill smiled radiantly and said, “George, when I sent my granddaughter here, you promised me that you’d make sure to match the kids and make them each other’s mate.”
He raised an eyebrow. “It’s been over half a year now. Not a single update?”
“We’ve been waiting for the good news of their engagement and strengthening the bond between our packs.”
George smacked his head. He said, “Bill, you can’t rush their feelings, but I don’t think these two are entirely indifferent to each other. They just need a little push, and that might get them to take the next step.”
Before he could finish, a servant entered and reported, “Ms. Carson is back.”
Immediately, the trio exchanged glances, their minds as clear as day.
“Hayz is back. We need to carefully find out what’s going on,” Bill whispered.
Dorothy quickly chimed in, “Let’s make sure we respect Hayz’s decision and not interfere too much.”
Bill patted her hand reassuringly. “Don’t worry. As long as Hayz is happy, I’ll support her; her grandfather. I won’t make things difficult for her.”
Dorothy seemed to relax. Across from them, George added, “Don’t worry, I’ve been keeping an eye on the kids. I’m just as eager as you, but there’s nothing we can do.”
At that moment, I walked in and was immediately surprised to see my grandparents. My eyes lit up, and I asked, “Grandpa and Grandma, what brings you here?”
I rushed forward and threw myself into Grandma’s arms. “Grandma, I missed you so much!”
Grandma gently stroked my face; her eyes had welled. “Oh, My Hayz.”
Grandpa feigned a solemn manner and asked, “Hayz, are you adjusting well to life in the Midnight Pack?”
I nodded eagerly and said, “Everything’s fine here.”
Their worried expressions softened with my assurance.
We chatted for a while. A servant came in to report to George, “Old Mr. Southwell, your grandchildren are back.”
Benjamin, followed by Christopher, Henry, and Tanner, entered the room. George motioned for them to greet my grandparents.
“Here they are. This is Bill and Dorothy.”
All the brothers called out in unison, “Greetings, Bill and Dorothy.”
Grandpa and Grandma scanned each of them in turn, finally settling their gaze on Benjamin.
“They’re all good kids, George! Each of your grandsons is more impressive than the last.”
“Especially Benjamin, who’s now the alpha. He’s managing the Midnight Pack really well.”
George laughed and said, “Don’t flatter them. Compared to Hayz, they’re nothing.”
“Bill and Dorothy, since you’ve come all this way, let’s all have a good time tonight.” George led us all to the dining room.
The two families gathered together for a lively dinner.
Grandpa looked at me before turning to George. He said, “Actually, we came to take Hayz back with us.”
“She’s been here for a while now, and we didn’t want to overstay our welcome.”
I wasn’t expecting this. My heart sank.
Across from me, the Southwell brothers exchanged looks.
Henry glanced at me and immediately asked, “My boss leaving so soon?”