Chapter 382: Worried About Benjamin
Hayley’s POV:
“Mr. Christopher, please listen to Alpha,” Lista continued, trying to convince him.
Christopher frowned, thinking for a moment before saying, “Let me know immediately if there is any news.”
“I will. Don’t worry. Everything will be fine with Mr. and Mrs. Southwell,” Lista reassured us.
I saw that Christopher had given up on going to Arcadia. To avoid worrying Benjamin, I decided to follow his advice and stay behind as well.
Now, all I could do was pray that everything would turn out alright. That night, the lights at the Southwells’ Residence stayed on. With Benjamin’s safety on my mind and hoping for good news about his parents, I couldn’t sleep at all. Thankfully, being Alpha kept me energized, so I was still wide awake the next morning.
I got up early and immediately asked Lista, “Is there any news yet?”
Lista shook her head. “Not yet, Ms. Carson. But no news is good news.”
I felt a bit disappointed but replied, “I hope they’re okay.”
Just then, the phone in the hall rang. I rushed over to answer it, “Hello? Is this Benjamin?”
A familiar male voice came through. “It’s me. You’re up so early.”
I asked anxiously, “How’s everything over there? Are your parents alright?”
“I still haven’t found them. I just wanted to let you know not to worry. I was in such a rush yesterday. I forgot to tell you. Sorry,” Benjamin’s voice sounded tired and rough.
I felt for him and quickly reassured him, “It’s okay. Take care of yourself. Keep us updated if you hear anything. If you need help, I can get our Shadow Pack’s Beta enforcers to assist.”
Just then, Christopher walked over, and I handed him the phone. “I’ll let Christopher talk to you. He has something to say.”
After a brief exchange between the two brothers, Christopher hung up the phone. With news from Benjamin, I finally eased my worries.
With exams over and the fan meeting behind me, I found myself with some free time. I decided to take the opportunity to visit Shadow Pack and see my grandparents. So, I packed my things and headed home that afternoon.
As I entered Shadow Pack’s territory, the familiar sights along the way filled me with comfort. After six months away, I had been longing to return. My Beta driver picked me up from the airport, and the car made its way across the vast grasslands, eventually stopping in front of a grand manor.
I excitedly got out of the car and hurried into the manor, where Hera led me straight to the backyard. I could already smell the familiar scent of Grandpa and Grandma. Soon enough, I found them chatting contentedly under the grape arbor.
As soon as they heard me, they both turned around. I immediately regained control of my body, smiled, and greeted them warmly, “Grandpa, Grandma, I’m back!” I ran over and gave them both a hug.
“Hayz, you’re back!”
“Why didn’t you tell us you were coming? And where’s Ben?” Grandpa asked, looking around.
I quickly explained, “Grandpa, he had some things to take care of and couldn’t come.”
Grandpa looked a little disappointed. “How thoughtless of you! You didn’t even bring my grandson-in-law back for a drink,” he said with a smile.
I linked arms with him and replied, “Alright, Grandpa. Are you not happy to see me?”
“Of course, I’m happy! I’m thrilled to have you back!” he said, laughing.
“Stop standing around. Come sit down, Hayz. I heard your exams are over. What’s next for you?” Grandma said, pulling over a rocking chair for me to sit in.
When I spotted the familiar rocking chair, I immediately took a seat. As I gazed up at the sky, I let out a sigh. “It’s been so long since I sat here and had a chat with both of you.”
Grandma smiled warmly and quickly asked the maid to bring out my favorite fruits. We spent some time talking about family matters. When the topic of my Ivy League application came up, Grandpa suddenly asked, “You’ve already studied abroad before becoming Alpha. Do you want to attend a university again?”