Alpha Hayley’s Destined Mate
Chapter 22: The Search
“What are you doing?” My heart pounded as I stared at him, eyes wide.
Benjamin’s gaze darkened, his expression growing more intense and dangerous. But before I could react, he stepped back, his voice cold. “You Omegas really don’t know how to prioritize. With your weak werewolf constitution, if you let that wound fester, it’ll get infected.”
His words were harsh but logical. I couldn’t reveal my true Alpha nature and heal the wound myself under his watchful eyes. So, I obediently extended my hand.
Benjamin cut away the fabric around my wound with scissors, staring at my skin for several seconds. Then, he looked at my face, his expression thoughtful. Could he see the difference between the skin on my face and body? Panic flickered inside me.
Fortunately, he didn’t ask any questions and continued tending to my wound. The pain was intense as he touched it, and I turned my head, gritting my teeth to keep from making a sound.
Benjamin noticed my reaction and deliberately gentled his touch. “There, rest up. And try to stay indoors for a while.”
His sudden advice puzzled me.
“You messed up Christopher’s fan meeting. His fans won’t let you off easily,” he explained.
“What kind of logic is that? I saved their idol, and now they want to come after me?” I couldn’t understand those fanatics’ reasoning.
“For now, just stay in the hospital,” Benjamin said, clearly not wanting to discuss it further. “If you need anything, tell me or Henry.”
Thinking back on what had happened, I felt a shiver run down my spine. Staying at the hospital seemed like a good idea, avoiding any involvement with the Naj family. “Alright… fine.”
So, I stayed in the VIP hospital room Benjamin arranged for me. Every day, I woke up to the smell of disinfectant. I had never hated hospitals this much.
If I didn’t have to pretend to be an Omega, I would have let my wolf, Hera, out and wouldn’t have gotten injured and ended up here in the first place. I wished this year would pass quickly, so I could return to the Shadow Pack…
I was lost in thought when the door to my hospital room swung open, revealing a woman with a striking figure. Her thick, golden waves of hair cascaded over her shoulders. With long eyelashes, alluring eyes, and sensuous, full lips, she exuded an air of irresistible charm.
It was my aunt, the Hollywood superstar, Ivana Carson.
“Auntie, what are you doing here?” I exclaimed, thrilled to see her.
She frowned at me for a moment before speaking hesitantly, “Hayz?”
I realized my disguise had thrown her off, so I quickly explained the reasons behind it.
“I understand the gist of it,” she nodded.
“By the way, Auntie, how did you know I was injured?” I was astonished the news had reached abroad.
“Your grandfather told me. He wanted me to come back and check on you to put his mind at ease.”
“Grandpa… I haven’t seen him in so long. How is he?” I murmured.
“Don’t worry, he’s in great health,” she said, poking my forehead gently. “But you, you’re an Alpha, and you ended up getting hurt and landing in the hospital. Even if you’re pretending to be an Omega, you have to protect yourself first. Don’t put yourself in danger.”
I hugged her, pouting. “I know, Auntie.”
“Oh, Hayz, among the five grandsons of the Midnight Pack’s Alpha, have you fallen for any of them? According to family tradition, one of them is destined to be your mate!”
I scoffed, “Auntie, I haven’t fallen for any of them yet. I don’t believe I’ll find my destined mate among those five…”
“Well, when you turn eighteen in a few months…”
We were in the middle of our discussion when there was a sudden knock on the door…