Chapter 409: Transformed into a Different Breed of Werewolf

Hayley’s POV

“Hayley!” Benjamin shouted my name loudly. He arrived so quickly that even Hera didn’t have time to feel excited or thrilled. Right before my eyes, he transformed, surrendering his body to his wolf form. The towering and ferocious Lawrence lunged toward me instantly.

Before the man pinning me down could react, Lawrence sank his teeth into his neck, killing him instantly. Several men with witch bloodlines immediately transformed into a different breed of werewolf, surrounding and attacking Lawrence together. Yet, it took Lawrence less than ten minutes to defeat them all.

Once the fight was over, Lawrence retreated, returning control of the body to Benjamin. He rushed to my side without hesitation, taking off his jacket and draping it over my shoulders. The only two surviving, ugly, mixed-race werewolves had reverted to their human forms. They glanced at Benjamin, trembling as they struggled to their feet, clearly desperate to escape.

Before they could move, Tanner stepped in front of them, blocking their path. With a low growl, he sneered, “Running? What’s stopping you now?” The two gravely injured men dropped to the ground, begging, “This is all a misunderstanding! Please, spare us! We’ll ensure you gain favor with the witches.”

Tanner’s lips twisted into a cold smirk. “A misunderstanding? Offering me favors? I’m afraid you won’t get that chance…” Just as he finished speaking, the sound of police sirens echoed from outside.

“Boss, what do we do? The outside is full of beta cops. We can’t run now…” One of the men, looking more like a lackey, grew increasingly anxious.

To his surprise, the leader remained surprisingly calm. “What’s there to fear? It’s just a trip to the police station for a chat. What’s the worst that could happen? But as for this…” The man glared at Tanner. “Once we’re out, we’ll make sure to kill you.”

Tanner met his glare without flinching, replying calmly, “You won’t get that chance.” Before the words even left his mouth, the police arrived. They saluted Benjamin respectfully before handcuffing the two men.

Once the officers had escorted them to the car, they turned to Tanner. “Mr. Tanner, could you please come…”

Tanner nodded at me and Benjamin, then turned to the officers, cooperatively saying, “Of course, I’ll go over right away.”

Once everyone had left, Benjamin pulled me into his arms, gently checking to see if I was injured. His eyes were filled with concern as he comforted me, his hand gently patting my back. “It’s okay, you’re safe now. I’m here.” In his arms, Hera, much like me, relaxed entirely.

Ignoring Hera’s disgruntled huff, I slowly pulled away from his embrace. “Do you know, at that moment…” Before I could finish my sentence, Benjamin leaned in and kissed me, silencing all my words. The kiss lasted for a long moment, and when he finally pulled away, his voice was hoarse as he said, “Let’s not talk about it right now. Come back with me.”

I nodded, and Benjamin helped me to my feet, scanning me from head to toe to make sure I was alright. Satisfied, he lifted me in his arms and carried me out. We didn’t speak as we made our way down the road.

I felt a little scared. If Hera hadn’t woken up at the crucial moment, if Benjamin and the others hadn’t arrived just in time, they would have succeeded. I still couldn’t understand who would go to such extremes, plotting to kill me.

The car came to a stop in front of my apartment complex. Benjamin took my hand, guiding me as we entered the elevator together and headed upstairs. I opened the door and stepped aside to make room. “Come in.” Benjamin followed me inside.

Once I had calmed down, I turned to him and asked, “How did you know I was in trouble?”

Benjamin explained, “When you didn’t come back, I called you, but your phone was off. So, I asked Tanner.” He quickly summarized what happened next.

After hearing his explanation, I hugged him tightly and said with sincere gratitude, “Thank you. If you hadn’t shown up in time… I can’t even imagine the consequences.”

Benjamin gently stroked my face, a smile playing at his lips. “So, you’re saying it’s not safe for an Omega like you to stay out here on your own? Maybe you should consider moving back in with me.”