Alpha Hayley’s Destined Mate
Chapter 447: Hayley Had Caught Up!
Kirsty’s POV:
I pushed myself harder and managed to get halfway up the rock wall. Glancing over my shoulder, I saw Hayley lagging far behind. It was clear she wasn’t as impressive as I thought she’d be. A smug smile crossed my face as I sneered at her, then refocused on the climb. Being a Beta, I knew my stamina was strong, and even after reaching this point, I felt no sign of fatigue. But as I climbed higher, I could feel the strain slowly building in my muscles.
I found a good foothold and looked up at the finish line, which wasn’t far away. Taking a deep breath, I prepared myself for the final push. But suddenly, my foot slipped, and I nearly lost my grip. My heart raced, and for a moment, I almost let my wolf instincts take control.
“Kirsty, steady! You’ve got this!”
The loud cheers from below helped me calm down. I took another deep breath and refocused, reaching for the next foothold. Then, out of the corner of my eye, I saw it – Hayley had caught up! Panic surged through me. I couldn’t let her pass me! Grinding my teeth, I pushed myself harder, desperate to stay ahead. But in my rush, I lost my rhythm and slipped twice in a row.
“Go Hayley! You can do it! Pass her!”
Loretta’s enthusiastic cheers for Hayley made my frustration grow. The noise below was starting to distract me. Something in my gut told me I was about to lose…
Hayley’s POV:
I didn’t let myself glance at Kirsty. I was solely focused on my own movements. I shifted my gaze to the left corner of the wall, then grabbed the next handhold with ease, pulling myself upward with practiced precision. My right foot followed, firm on the next step. I didn’t feel tired in the slightest.
As an Alpha, I knew my physical strength was top-tier. I was confident I could win this competition, but I wasn’t about to let my guard down. Kirsty might not be the easiest opponent after all. I kept my pace steady, concentrating on each move. Soon enough, I passed her, surged ahead, and reached the top.
“Yay! Hayley, you’re amazing!”
Loretta’s shout of excitement rang out, and I couldn’t help but smile at her. I waited for a moment before Kirsty finally reached the top. She looked nothing like the confident person she was before. She shot me a frustrated glance and muttered, “I lost.”
I gave her a casual nod and replied, “Guess there’s no need for the last round then?” Her eyes narrowed, and with a determined look, she said, “I didn’t take you seriously this time. But mark my words, Hayley – I’ll catch up. One day, I’ll beat you.”
“Looking forward to it,” I replied calmly, not letting her words bother me. “By the way, don’t you think it’s time you kept your promise?” I could see a flicker of discomfort in Kirsty’s expression mixed with a hint of bitterness. But with everyone watching, she sighed and, after a long pause, said, “I’m sorry, Hayley. I apologize for how I acted earlier.”
“It’s okay. I accept your apology,” I said with an easy smile.
Loretta stood next to me, giving Kirsty a disdainful glance before looking back at me. “Hayley, you’re not just talented, but you’re humble too. Unlike some people who don’t even understand what real excellence looks like.” As she finished speaking, I saw Kirsty’s face turn red with frustration. But she didn’t say a word, probably because I had defeated her earlier. Instead, she turned and walked off in silence.
Loretta rolled her eyes at her retreating figure and was about to say something else, but I quickly grabbed her arm. “Alright, training’s done for the day. Let’s go get lunch.”
Just as we were about to leave, the instructor called out, “Hayley, can I speak with you for a moment?” Loretta, sensing the situation, gave me a quick look. “I’ll order for you.” With that, she walked away, and I followed the instructor to a quiet corner.
The Beta warrior instructor looked at me with a serious expression, his gaze steady. “Hayley, I’ve been observing you these past few days, and although you’re an Omega, your reflexes are sharp, and your physical condition is exceptional. The fact that you beat Kirsty shows that your abilities are beyond what most Beta individuals are capable of. I’m curious – would you be interested in joining our CIA team? We could really use someone with your talent.”