Chapter 19 Becoming a Rogue Hayley's POV Finished The next morning, as soon as I got up, I heard Henry's shocked voice. "Eloise disappeared overnight! It's even making headlines!" I chimed in, "She must have felt guilty and ran away." Henry didn't think much and immediately started praising Benjamin, “That's right. Once my brother steps. in, nothing is too tough for him." "It wasn't me, Benjamin said coldly.
"Leaving the pack and becoming a Rogue outside is incredibly risky. She must have realized that," he pointed out, staring at me. "Hayley, you seem to have known about this already." I maintained a calm expression and met his gaze. "I just found out too. If I'd known sooner, I wouldn't have spent the night so restless." I pretended to rub my head as if trying to ease the tension.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBenjamin frowned and glanced atbut chose not to say anything further.
Back at school, everyone was talking about Eloise's disappearance. After that, no one dared to bother me. anymore. It felt almost like the old days when I was the Alpha of the Shadow Pack-like I was finally back in my element.
As tpassed, I considered moving out and living away from the Southwells. Fewer interactions with them might mean fewer problems. But George rejected my idea. "Cback here. I'll set up a meeting for you all again." I wasn't enthusiastic about the arranged marriage. I was about to go without dressing up, but George stopped me. "Hayley, I've bought you many new clothes. You should dress up a bit before you come. I've also arranged for a makeup artist for you." I immediately declined, "I can handle it myself. No need to bother others. I was worried that if someone did my makeup, my disguise might be revealed.
In the dressing room, I touched up the previous unattractive makeup.
It looked better than before, so it should be fine.
After dressing up, a driver tookto the Southwells' Residence.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWhen Benjamin and Henry sawdressed up, they looked surprised.
George seemed pleased with my Not keen on being pushed into this min. 1 chose a spot in a corner, hoping to stay out of the way.
However, George directedto sit next to Christophe "You two have met before but haven't had the chance to get to know each other. Take today as an opportunity." Christopher looked atwith a forced simile and greetedpolitely, "Hello." 1/2 12:28 Wed, Jan 1 Chapter 19 Becoming a Rogue I responded with an indifferent glance and greeted lightly. "Hello." Finished
He immediately turned displeased. As a big star, he was used to fans being thrilled to talk to him. But I, a country bumpkin, didn't even give him another glance
Trying to strike up a conversation, Christopher asked, "Have you seen apy of the shows I've been in?" Seeing his smile, I rolled my eyes under his expectant gaze. "Nope." Christopher seemed dissatisfied. "Do you have a favorite actor? I could introduce you."
I rolled my eyes again. My aunt was a Hollywood star and a Best Actress nga winner. Which celebrity had I met before? "I'm not interested," I said flatly.
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