Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate novel Chapter 269

Chapter 269 The Holiday Spirit 

Hayley’s POV: 

I returned to my room and opened the suitcase I had brought with me. 

Inside was a sketchbook. Flipping it open, the first page revealed a design of a wedding gown. 

Finished 

It was something I had drawn a year ago, and though I had made it casually, I was pleased with the style. I thought to myself. It would be nice if I could wear this someday, 

But even as I thought that, I closed the sketchbook. 

When the time comes for our wedding. I’ll wear the dress I designed myself. For now, though, this is just an engagement, so I’ll settle for something simpler. 

Benjamin’s POV: 

It was evening when I finished work and returned home. As I walked into the foyer, my steps slowed. 

The living room had been redecorated, and filled with the festive spirit of the season, and it warmed my heart. 

Just then. Hayley came down the stairs. Seeing me, she smiled and called out, “You’re home! Come over here and have dinner together.” 

Her smile was soft, like a wife waiting for her husband to return, and it made me feel a deep sense of warmth as if I were truly home. 

I quickly composed myself, trying not to let my emotions show too much, and handed my briefcase to the 

Servant. 

When we reached the dining room, I asked, “Do you need any help?” 

Hayley glanced at the neatly arranged dishes on the table and said, “No, everything’s ready.” 

I sat down at the table, eyeing the delicious spread before me. My stomach growled in anticipation–I couldn’t wait to try it. 

“Christopher said he has a special Christmas show to record tonight, so he won’t be home for dinner. Henry also called to say he won’t be back. Looks like it’ll just be the two of us tonight,” Hayley explained as she took a spoon from the butler and began serving me. 

Try this, Lista made it. It’s really good,” she said, smiling at me.. 

I took a bite under her expectant gaze and nodded in approval. “It’s delicious.” 

“Lista said this is your favorite. Looks like she knows you well.” 

I looked up at her and casually asked, “How about we go somewhere for Christmas? Maybe take a trip?” 

Hayley looked at me, surprised. “What do you mean?” 

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12:25 Tue, Jan 7 GUG· 

Chapter 269 The Holiday Spirit 

“Let’s go skiing in Smuilia, I suggested gently. 

As I met her gaze, I felt a sense of peace, as if my inner wolf was content. 

“I–I’ll think about it. Hayley said, looking away. 

I didn’t give her a chance to decline. “Tll have Tyrone prepare everything. We’ll leave later.” 

“But…” Hayley started to protest. I raised an eyebrow and asked, “Is there a problem?” 

She shook her head. “No, it’s just there’s something I want to talk to you about.” 

I set down my fork and knife, focusing on her. “Go ahead.” 

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Finished 

She took a deep breath and said, “About the engagement–you mentioned before that you wanted it to be simple. I think it’s a good idea to just have a small dinner with our families.” 

“Is that what you want?” I asked her. 

She nodded..