Chapter 228: Don’t Show Up in Front of Me Again

Horace’s POV:

The horseback riding session was abruptly cut short because of Hayley’s injury. She was about to start school, so after explaining things to Johnny, she left with Benjamin and returned to the Southwell Residence. Once she left, I found an excuse to leave Johnny’s villa as well. As soon as I returned to the Snowstorm Pack, I stormed into my second-in-command’s office. I demanded sharply, “How did this happen? Didn’t I tell you to tamper with Benjamin’s horse? Why did Hayley fall off?”

He hurriedly tried to explain, “Alpha, this wasn’t my plan. We had only tampered with the horse Benjamin had chosen, but I was unaware that those two horses were mates. Turns out, the d*mn beast might actually have some attachment.”

“Idiot!” I growled, furious, my hands itching to shift into my wolf form and rip these incompetent fools to shreds. “None of you can do anything right. You’ve ruined my plans! With your level of incompetence, when will the Snowstorm Pack ever surpass the Midnight Pack?”

“I’m sorry, Alpha. This was my mistake. I’ll improve next time.”

My patience ran out and I snapped, “Next time? There’s no ‘next time.’ Get out of my sight!”

“Alpha, I—”

“Don’t you understand what I’m saying? Get out! And if this leak gets out, I won’t spare you!” I growled, dismissing them with a wave of my hand.

“This will stay hidden, Alpha. We made sure of it.” His voice was firm.

I took a moment to calm myself down. Despite today’s failure, I could tell that Hayley and Benjamin’s bond seemed strong. I’d have to work harder if I wanted to steal Hayley from him, but I thrive on challenges. Besides, Hayley and Benjamin were just chosen mates, not destined ones. Their connection wasn’t unbreakable. With my abilities, there was nothing I couldn’t achieve.

Chapter 228: Don’t Show Up in Front of Me Again

Hayley, just wait; you’ll be my Luna soon.

Hayley’s POV:

After I got back to the Southwell Residence, my foot had healed by the next morning. That day, Benjamin offered to drive me to school. “Thanks for what you did yesterday. I owe you one. I promise I’ll return the favor when the chance comes,” I told him.

Benjamin gave a small, indifferent smile and looked at me, his eyes deep and full of mystery, as if they held a thousand stars. “Hayley, I’m not helping you for repayment,” he said in a teasing tone. “Why not consider making this more than just a favor? How about we make it real?”

I froze at his words, my throat suddenly tight. I coughed hard, struggling for breath. After a few moments, I realized my face was burning. I quickly stammered, “W–what are you joking about?”

Benjamin looked at me for a long moment, then suddenly grinned, his smile easy and warm. “I was just messing with you,” he explained. “If you feel like you owe me, then just keep it as a debt for now.”

With that, he turned and walked away. I was left standing there, feeling confused. Something about Benjamin felt off today. Hera, already nearly boiling over with frustration, complained to me. “Hayley! Why didn’t you agree to be his mate? He’s our destined mate!”

I immediately told her to be quiet, but at the same time, my heart was racing from Benjamin’s words. God! I almost gave in and agreed to him. That would have been so awkward! Benjamin was clearly just joking around, and yet I almost took him seriously. I couldn’t help but mutter to myself, “Benjamin sure knows how to joke around now.”

When we arrived at school, I quickly unbuckled my seatbelt and waved at Benjamin before getting out. “I’ll head in now. See you later!”

Benjamin nodded and left. Not long after, the same parking spot was filled by Christopher’s car.

Christine’s POV:

When we arrived at the school gate, I quickly unbuckled my seatbelt. I almost called him my hubby, but I managed to stop myself just in time. “Christopher, thank you for driving me to school. But I’m fine now, really. You don’t need to worry about it,” I said, leaning down to thank him.

He said, “I’m just glad you’re okay. If you feel unwell, text me immediately. Don’t try to tough it out. If something’s wrong, go to the hospital right away. You’re an Omega,” he added, his voice soft with concern. “Your healing ability is slower, and your wounds take longer to recover. You have to be careful.”

Hearing his words, my heart swelled with happiness. “I know, I’ll be careful. I’ll head to school now,” I said. Though I felt reluctant, I opened the door and stepped out, glancing back at him several times before reluctantly walking into school.

As soon as I entered the classroom, I spotted Hayley and hurried over to her. “Hayley, sorry about earlier. My phone was broken, so I couldn’t reply to you right away.” Hayley looked up and smiled. “No worries at all!” But before I could say anything more, she suddenly asked me—