Chapter 373: Is There a Connection Between Them?
Benjamin’s POV:
“Ms. Harmony, your voice has remarkable potential, and you’ve achieved so much in the industry. Why did you decide to retire?”
Hazel lifted her gaze to meet mine. I stared at her. She was the first to look away. That feeling… it was so familiar. It was exactly how Hayley and I used to look at each other.
I couldn’t help but wonder why I kept seeing Hayley in Hazel. Is there some kind of connection between them? Even my wolf seemed to sense something similar. The more I thought about it, the more I realized they shared the same last name. Could they somehow be related?
Before I could think any further, Hazel began to answer my question. “Actually, I retired because I injured my throat. I thought I’d never be able to sing again, so I decided it was the right time to step away from the spotlight. After treatment, my throat healed, but I didn’t want to return to the industry. So, I decided not to come back. This time, though, I’m doing it for a friend. She lost her memory, but before she did, she really loved listening to my music. I hope my music can help her regain some of the memories she lost.”
She explained, her voice filled with emotion. I couldn’t help but feel moved by her words.
“I see. You really value your connections with others. It must be a blessing to be your friend,” I said, admiring her.
Hazel smiled softly. “Thank you. I’m just doing what I can, and for the rest, I leave it to fate.”
As I looked at her, I realized that not only did she remind me of Hayley, but even her speaking style was similar. How could two people be so similar in their manners yet look so different? One of them was a beta-level werewolf, and the other was an Omega.
After thinking it over, I decided to ask her a question. “Hazel, I hope it’s not too forward.”
“Go ahead!”
“Do you have a twin sister or perhaps a sister who shares the same mother?”
Hayley’s POV:
When I heard Benjamin’s question, my heart thumped a little, and I felt a jolt of nervousness. Had Benjamin figured something out?
Seeing the confusion on his face, I calmly replied, “I’m an only child.”
Benjamin looked at me for a moment, then fell silent for a few seconds before saying, “Sorry, I just thought you looked so much like someone I know. Please don’t take offense.”
I feigned curiosity and asked, “Who are you referring to? Your destined mate? I heard you have a fiancée. What’s she like?” That question blurted out instinctively. As soon as the words left my mouth, I regretted it. Why did I have to make it about me? But deep down, I couldn’t help but want to hear what Benjamin thought of me, even if it was through someone else’s perspective.
“Ms. Harmony, I think you might have some kind of mind-reading ability,” Benjamin said with a candid look. “The person I was referring to is my fiancée. She’s someone who makes me feel really comfortable.”
I was a bit surprised by his answer. Just as I was about to respond, the door to the private room opened. Thomas and Lonnie stepped inside.
“Ms. Harmony and Mr. Southwell! What are you two discussing?” Lonnie asked.
“Nothing, just a casual conversation,” I replied coolly. Lonnie didn’t ask any further questions. Clearly, after Thomas’s warning, Lonnie no longer dared to connect me with Benjamin.
The dinner ended on a perfect note. On the way back, Thomas was driving while I stared out the window, a strong feeling of unease gnawing at me. After a while, I couldn’t help but ask, “Thomas, do you think Benjamin might already know who I really am?”