Too Late, Mr. Billionaire: You Can't Afford Me by Thedora Birnir

Chapter 9

Chapter 9 Where Are Your

Manners

“Where the hell is she?”

Clearly annoyed, Eric’s brow knitted together.

Just as Nyla completed her therapy session and the party was set to begin, Hadley was nowhere to be seen. Eric had only momentarily excused himself earlier to take a call, and upon returning, he noticed she was gone.

“Try to be more patient,” Linda said, her smile conveying comfort. “Hadley might be a bit lost; it’s her first time here after all.”

Eric rolled his eyes. “If she’s unfamiliar with the area, she should just stay where she is and wait for me. Why must she always complicate things?”

“Calm down. Let me help you look for her,” Linda said, halting abruptly to point somewhere.

“Eric, look over there. Is that her?”

He raised his gaze and peered into the distance. Indeed, it was Hadley.

“Yep, that’s her,” he replied, his tone reflecting mild shock.

“She seems different than before. You recognized her quite fast.”

Linda laughed softly. “Well, I am a woman, and we tend to notice more details. Come on. We shouldn’t delay the party.”

They approached Hadley together.

Hadley had a mouthful of brownie, her cheeks stuffed and crumbs clinging to he The moment she spotted them, she hurriedly set the plate aside.

Eric’s expression soured. “Where are your manners? With all these distinguished guests around, can’t you at least try to look presentable?”

Was he implying that she was a disgrace to the Flynn family?

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After swallowing her treat, Hadley cleaned her mouth with a napkin and nodded in silent acknowledgment, opting not to contend. “I understand.”

Eric was visibly surprised.

What was happening? Her reaction…

This was a departure from her usual defiant demeanor. She normally would have

retorted.

Now, she just remained silent.

though he had intimidated her, which

you behaving like this, Hadley?” Eric inquired,

Confusion flickered across Hadley’s face. “What

was merely heeding his words.

Eric struggled to find the right words, a peculiar frustration

his arm. “There’s no need for a dispute. Nyla

muttered, barely masking his annoyance. “Come with us. It’s

party.”

“Sure.”

this, she placed her utensils down and

exclaimed, her eyes

from confusion

she and Linda had chosen

Danica and others had

identical outfits

on

dress, while Hadley’s outfit was

nor Phillips had anticipated such a

smile.

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fuss over it”

isn’t acceptable. Aren’t we already the

rumors?”

identical dresses at the event would surely fuel speculation of a rivalry

the Flynn women.

have an extra dress with me. I’ll ask

Eric. “Could you

was on the verge of

“Hold on!*

her by the arm. “You can’t

actress in the city,

was engaged to

up tonight would certainly stir the

responded with a relaxed smile, “We didn’t have any major press here

anyway…”

this era, news travels instantly, even with just a smartphone. It’s essential to

a good point,” replied Linda.

shifted to Hadley, who had been silently observing. He finally broke the

had seen this

slight as she nodded in

she had

should I wear

moment; she had only brought her

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Eric was visibly surprised.

in helpfully. “I’ve got some casual outfits in my car. You’re welcome to

prospect of wearing Linda’s old

“What’s the issue?”

sarcasm. “Is there a problem with

all.” Hadley shook her head. “It’s just that her clothes are quite pricey,

Her concerns were genuine.

she couldn’t afford

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