Alpha Hayley’s Destined Mate
Chapter 717: He’s Alive
Virginia’s POV:
“Virginia…” Alan released me with a heavy sigh. “Don’t speak in anger.”
“I’m not speaking in anger!” I snapped, my eyes blazing in a fierce, wolfish red. He still stubbornly refused to believe me, choosing instead to trust Freya, that devil. I was profoundly disappointed.
“Ever since that woman joined the Sanders, this whole family has never been at peace,” I said. “She’s a curse brought upon us. Why can’t you see that? Do you want Michelle to suffer as well?”
Tears brimming in my eyes, I accused him. My gaze shifted past Alan to the elevator. Freya was there, sporting a crazed smile.
“She’s laughing!” I grabbed Alan’s arm urgently, trying to turn him around so he could see Freya’s true face. Alan hesitated and resisted at first, but finally turned around. By then, Freya had already masked her expression with a concerned façade.
“Mom and Dad, how’s Peter?” Freya asked, feigning worry with furrowed brows.
“No! That’s not it!” I pointed at Freya, my voice rising in frustration. “I saw her! She was laughing, Alan!”
“Peter’s dead, and this woman dares to laugh! She’s terrifying, Alan. We can’t let her stay with us anymore!”
Freya sniffled, her expression pitiful, and accused, “Mom, why do you still insist on framing me?”
“I’m heartbroken over Peter too. Are you trying to make Dad lose me as well?!” I looked at Alan, hoping he’d finally see Freya for who she was. He was smart, sharp, a man whose rank wasn’t beneath an Alpha. How could he be so consistently deceived by Freya?
“Enough!” Alan pulled me aside, trying to reason with me. “Virginia, listen to me. Faye isn’t as bad as you think…”
I couldn’t believe he was being so foolish. I was too disappointed to hear another word, focusing on Freya, watching her every move vigilantly. Sure enough, the moment Alan turned his back, Freya’s expression shifted. Her face twisted into a triumphant, reckless grin. She smiled like a conqueror boasting over a vanquished foe. Watching her gloating face, I was certain – Freya had a hand in Peter’s death. I clenched my teeth, steeling my resolve at that moment.
No matter the cost, I would never let Freya harm my family again! This would be the last time.
Hayley’s POV:
After hours of grueling efforts and even tapping into Hera’s energy, I was utterly exhausted. The moment I opened the door, I nearly collapsed, but Benjamin’s quick reflexes caught me. Seeing the worry in his eyes, I gave him a reassuring look and weakly said, “Get the doctors back. He’s alive. Quickly! Get the equipment!”
“On it!” Henry reacted first, sprinting towards the front desk. “Doctor! Where’s the doctor?!”
Within moments, nurses and doctors flooded into the room. Benjamin helped me to a chair, and I sat, covertly watching Freya. The room’s door was wide open, and Freya watched as the medical team worked on reviving a dead man, her eyes filled with disdain. But as the heart monitor began beeping again, growing stronger with each second, Freya’s face grew tense. She clutched her shoulder strap tighter, her nails digging into her flesh.
Virginia, like me, caught every flicker of Freya’s venomous gaze. We exchanged a look, and Virginia swiftly moved to block Freya’s view.
“You need to leave. Now!” Virginia said coldly, her tone leaving no room for argument.
Freya glared at her before quickly shifting to a concerned demeanor and addressing Alan. “Dad, if Mom doesn’t want me here, I don’t want to upset her.”
“Take care, and let me know how Peter is doing,” Alan said, pinching the bridge of his nose in frustration, waving her away, muttering, “Go.”
Freya, clearly annoyed that Alan didn’t even ask her to stay, turned and left in a huff. Watching her reactions, I was almost certain – Freya was involved in Peter’s predicament.
Freya, for harming my family repeatedly, I’ll make sure you pay! If it weren’t the wrong moment, I’d let Hera take over and tear that smug grin off your face!
Benjamin patted my shoulder, calming me slightly.
Just then, Henry burst out of the room, beaming, “He’s live! He’s alive!”