Alpha Hayley’s Destined Mate
Chapter 419: Does Johnny Have an Interest in Vivian?
Hayley’s POV:
He gave me a soft, affectionate smile before quickly looking away. Without a word, we silently agreed to keep our connection a secret, letting it remain unnoticed by others.
Brayden approached Johnny respectfully. “Mr. Estrada, it’s an honor to have you here. Would you prefer to go upstairs to the private lounge to relax, away from the crowd?”
Johnny immediately declined. “No need for that. I’m just here to enjoy the evening. There’s no need for such formalities.”
Brayden, however, kept up a strained smile. “Mr. Estrada, please don’t be modest. I’m simply offering you a bit of hospitality.”
Meanwhile, Vivian, dancing at the center of the floor, noticed Johnny’s attention on her. Straightening her back, she moved with even more grace, signaling to her partner to sync with her. She took full control of the floor, leading the dance flawlessly. The surrounding crowd stepped aside, allowing her and her partner to dominate the spotlight. Before long, only Vivian and her partner, along with Benjamin and me, remained in the center of the dance floor.
I was a little surprised—the music hadn’t even reached its end yet. I didn’t stop dancing, and Benjamin gently placed his arm around my waist. “We’ll finish this song and then leave.”
I nodded in agreement, moving with him smoothly. But just then, I caught sight of Johnny watching me from the edge of the floor. A wave of happiness rushed through me, and I smiled brightly at him. Johnny’s expression softened immediately, a small smile appearing on his face.
Brayden, noticing the change in Johnny’s demeanor, tried to understand its cause. Following Johnny’s gaze, he saw Vivian dancing and assumed the shift in Johnny’s mood was due to her presence.
Eager yet trying to maintain his composure, Brayden spoke calmly, “Mr. Estrada, this is my daughter, Vivian. I’ll have her come over and keep you company later.”
Johnny turned to face him, offering a polite reply. “Your daughter is quite a skilled dancer.”
Brayden froze, the words striking him with a sense of realization. Does Johnny have an interest in Vivian? Though Johnny was in his forties, his youthful appearance made him look no older than thirty. Meanwhile, Vivian was only twenty. Despite the age difference, Johnny’s influential status and position…
A surge of excitement ran through Brayden. “Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Estrada! Vivian has been dancing since she was young and has worked very hard to perfect her skills.”
Johnny, oblivious to Brayden’s excitement, simply nodded. “I can tell Ms. Jagged has a natural talent for it.”
With that, Johnny shifted his focus elsewhere. Just then, Odessa made her way through the crowd and approached Johnny, greeting him with a respectful nod. “Mr. Estrada, hello. I’m Odessa, the mother of Midnight Pack’s alpha, Benjamin.”
Johnny had been preparing to leave but paused when he heard “Midnight Pack.” He turned toward Odessa and responded politely. “Hello, Mrs. Southwell.”
Odessa had been feeling a bit nervous—someone of Johnny’s stature wouldn’t usually pay attention to someone like her. To her surprise, he not only acknowledged her but did so with courtesy. She seized the opportunity quickly. “Mr. Estrada, I’ve heard that you’re planning to open a branch in the country. Is that true? The security in Midnight Pack is top-notch, and the business environment is highly favorable. Our Southwell Group has many advantages in this field. If you’re interested, we’d be happy to explore a partnership with you.”
Odessa held her breath, waiting eagerly for his response. Johnny studied her thoughtfully for a moment before speaking slowly.