Too Late, Mr. Billionaire: You Can’t Afford Me Now

Chapter 5 Take Her Back

Time had swiftly flown by; it had been three years…

At Srixby International Airport.

As she navigated her way through the terminal, Hadley’s appearance was noticeably vibrant. Her gaze was alert, her eyes serene with an unwavering peacefulness that belied her age.

She soon noticed Sebastian Mitchell, the Flynn family’s driver, holding up a sign bearing

her name.

Approaching him with a reserved smile, Hadley said, “Sebastian.”

Upon observing Hadley, a flicker of astonishment crossed Sebastian’s features. “Are you really Mrs. Hadley Flynn?”

“That’s me,” Hadley replied, her smile softening.

The transformations in her over the years were not lost on her; she had slimmed down and even shot up a bit, thanks to a late growth spurt.

“You’ve undergone quite the transformation.”

Sebastian’s initial shock gave way to a warm grin. “You look even lovelier than

before.”

“Your flattery is generous, Sebastian.”

“Let’s head out.”

you did

Following their brief conversation, Sebastian escorted Hadley from the airport. “The vehicle’s parked right up front. Mrs. Nyla Flynn has been eagerly anticipating your arrival and has mentioned you several times over the past few days.”

Hadley proceeded to the car and settled inside.

As they drove away, it dawned on her that only Sebastian had come to meet her; Eric was notably absent…

Soon, they arrived at Tranquille Sanatorium.

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Nyla was dealing with a serious heart issue and was due for an impending surgical procedure.

was this grave health concern that necessitated Hadley’s return after three years. The

surgery, was to reunite with

heard questioning, “Is she here yet?

Knock, knock.

towards the door,

“Come in!”

for

“Thank you.”

a nod and gently

“Hadley?”

her bed, Nyla tried to make out the figure at the

“Nyla.”

steps,

with a burst of joy. “Come closer, my dear.

hand, permitting

“Excellent, just excellent.”

her eyes began to tear up and her voice wavered. “You’ve

had departed with a youthful, rounded face. Butow, her appearance had

out. It appears independence truly molds a

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her smile broadening as she

pride grew as she observed Hadley’s composure, softly patting her

truly transformed

hesitated, and then said in a hushed tone, “I was

a bit spoiled, and that’s on me. My overindulgence might

simply pressing her lips

sighed again. “Look at you now, so different. Please understand why I was so stern; it was all out of love. Going forward, be a good girl. You will

“I do.”

fingers clenched in

their conversation for a bit longer until

her need for rest.

let you go now. You’ve just arrived today. Have the driver

“Okay.”

Silver Villas, where she resided

rest. I’m

“Much appreciated, Sebastian.”

Villas, inhaling deeply before she nudged the door open and crossed the

shook slightly as she turned

she would never have

luxury she couldn’t afford now. Wealth was not in

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