Alpha Hayley’s Destined Mate: Chapter 258, It’s Him

Hayley’s POV:

When I heard his words, my gaze darkened, and my hands clenched tightly.

I gave my instructions. “I understand. I’ll return as soon as I can. Until then, don’t make any rash moves.”

After hanging up the phone, I turned to Nueve. It seems we can’t stay here any longer. I have to go back to the Midnight Pack.

Nueve grunted and said, “I’ll take you to the airport.”

Back at the Midnight Pack, I changed into a different outfit, transforming back into the plain, unattractive Omega, Hayley.

As soon as I exited the airport, Thomas was already waiting.

When he saw me, he quickly got out of the car and respectfully called out, “Alpha!”

He grunted and said, “Is there something you need? Let’s talk in the car.”

We both got into the car, and Thomas immediately handed me a file. “I’ve looked into the families who have grievances with the Southwells and the Midnight Pack, but I didn’t find much. However, one person stands out as the main suspect.”

I flipped through the file, and my eyes darkened. “It’s him!”

Thomas grunted and said, “I was surprised too. He’s one of our own, but it’s come down to life or death. That really shows how ruthless he is. We don’t know why he backed off the first time, but based on the investigation, it’s clear he’s involved in this.”

A frown creased my forehead. I never would have guessed that the person trying to kill Benjamin was Irving. Benjamin had respected family rules and hadn’t expelled Irving from the Midnight Pack, but now he refused to repent and had turned to evil.

“Let’s watch him from the shadows and see if he makes any new moves. Since he failed this time, he will surely try something else. We must stay one step ahead and control him,” I instructed calmly.

“I understand, Alpha. I’ll handle it. It’s getting late, and you’ve been on a long flight. Let me take you home.”

Thomas drove me back to the Southwells. As soon as I stepped inside, I saw Henry and George talking in the living room.

I greeted them. “Grandpa Southwell.”

“Haven’t seen you around,” George observed.

I explained, “There were some things I needed to take care of, but luckily, they’re all settled now.”

George nodded and said, “That’s good. By the way, this Friday is the Southwell Group’s shareholders’ meeting. You should come along.”

I hurriedly asked, “Do I need to go?”

Henry, who had been watching me, spoke up. “Boss, you own 30 percent of Southwell Group’s shares. How can you not attend?”

I scratched my head, feeling a bit embarrassed. “Alright, Grandpa Southwell, I’ll go with you then.”

I said my goodbyes and went upstairs. Benjamin had been injured in Mecham, but the news was kept tightly under wraps, and the Southwells were unaware of it.

A few days later, Benjamin returned from Mecham. As soon as he came back, he was busy handling matters for both the pack and the company. I hadn’t seen him for several days.

Until Thursday evening, after I had just finished dinner and was about to leave the table, I heard the sound of a car outside. My wolf, Hera, began to stir with excitement—Benjamin was back.

Sure enough, the maid came in with a surprised expression. “Alpha has returned,” she announced.

Upon hearing this, I instinctively slowed my pace. I waited until Benjamin entered, then casually bumped into him and asked, “You’re back?”