Chapter 388 Jealousy Hayley's POV: + Pearls Benjamin explained, "That's a misunderstanding. I promise no woman other than you will ever get close toagain." I laughed lightly. "Really?" He nodded earnestly. "Yes." That reassureda little, and I felt my mood lift.
But just as I relaxed, Benjamin suddenly pulled over, leaned in, and got very close to me. My heart raced as he closed the distance between us.
His deep, husky voice whispered in my ear, "I think it's adorable when you get jealous.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtI quickly pushed him away, feeling flustered. "I'm not jealous. I just... You just focus on driving." Benjamin chuckled softly, then teased, "Hayz, why are you so shy?" felt even more embarrassed. "You said we should keep a distance next time, that you wouldn't touchBut he shook his head. "I don't think I can do that." "No, you have to!" I protested, worried that if he got any closer, Hera would completely lose control and want to mate with him right there.
I said it firmly, and he smiled, saying, “Okay, I'll try my best. Let's head home." Benjamin then started the car and drove us toward the Southwells' Residence.
As we drove, I looked out the window but couldn't help sneaking a glance at my reflection in the rearview mirror.
My face was flushed with a shy glow, looking every bit like a girl in love.
"Con, Hayley, just admit it! You love him!" Hera cheered inside me.
We soon arrived home. In the living room, Tanner was sitting with a stack of design sketches in his hands. He looked up when he heard us enter.
"Hello, Ben, Hayley," he greeted us, but his gaze quickly shifted back to me.
"Why are you hso early today?" Benjamin asked him, Tanner quickly looked away and replied, "Something cup at the design studio, so I decided to leave early. Hayley, I need your help with something. Are you free?" I was a little surprised. "What do you need?" 1/2 10:52 Wed, Jan 8 Chapter 338-Jealousy +8 Pearls Truthfully, I didn't have anything urgent, Recently, I had been thinking about Hayley's sewing skills, especially when it cto the wedding dress.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmI was curious about why her techniques seemed so similar to Lily's, a designer who had been out of the industry for years.
So, I cup with a reason to investigate it.
"Well," I began casually, "I've noticed you have a natural talent for design. I have a client who wants a handmade wedding dress, but she wasn't satisfied with my designs. I was wondering if you could take a look or even make sadjustments." Hayley looked at me, clearly surprised. "Me?"
I nodded. "I've seen the engagement gift you worked on before. Honestly, your design and sewing skills are on par with a professional, so I thought you might be able to help."
e "But I'm not a professional," she said, looking worried. Are you not afraid I might mess it up?"
I smiled and reassured her, "I'm asking you because I trust you. M haven't even thought about the rest." Hayley still seemed unsure.
After a moment of silence, she answered, "I'll consider it." I quickly pressed, "Is there something you're worried about? If so, just tell me.' Hayley pursed her lips, clearly hesitating. "It's not that. It's just "Just what?" 962 212 10:52 Wed, Jan Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate