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

Chapter 29

Chapter 29 Someone New

As Eric’s words left his mouth, he sensed his own mistake, discomfort flickering in his eyes.

Yet, displaying vulnerability was not in Eric’s nature, especially not in front of Hadley.

He was committed to his stance once he declared it.

Eric’s tone was resolute, bordering on defiant. “So, are you going to eat or not?”

Hadley perceived his growing impatience. She sighed internally, preferring to avoid any conflict.

She responded affirmatively, “Yes, I’d like to eat.”

Eric’s expression relaxed into a faint smirk as he softened his approach. “What flavor would you like?”

“Anything is fine.”

Hadley had only wished for Paczki, but they were sold out and now she’d just have to take whatever Eric had

chosen for her–just like how things used to be between them.

“Understood,” Eric replied, his eyebrow arching. “I’ll get them. Wait here.”

Hadley settled into a seat, waiting calmly.

Shortly, Eric returned with a tray that surprisingly included donuts and two cups of coffee.

“I’ve got us coffee as well.”

“Thanks.”

Hadley immediately inquired without much thought, “What are these?”

Eric responded casually, “You said anything was fine, so I let them choose.”

That seemed reasonable.

Hadley picked up a donut and took a bite. She then grimaced slightly.

Eric caught her expression. “Something off with the donut?”

“No…” Hadley offered a small smile. “It’s just… it’s really hot; burned my tongue a bit.”

Eric didn’t dwell on it.

He picked up a donut himself and took a bite. “Maple syrup and bacon, huh? Not bad.”

He looked over at Hadley. “Do you like it?”

Hadley swallowed her bite with difficulty. “Yeah, it’s good…”

Good?

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29 Someone

Far from it.

hated

years, it baffled her that Eric st hadn’t picked up on her hatred to

sense, though. Eric often overlooked the preferences of those he was indifferent towards

she couldn’t really blame him; he wasn’t obligated

she managed to suppress her discomfort and finished one dou

that, she stopped

Eric appeared surprised.

her mouth with a napkin. “I’m

his expression hardened, “Is that all?”

affirmed with a nod. “I’ve received your thank–you gift and

Appreciated it?

felt a twinge of annoyance. Was that her

now.” Hadley reached for her bag, ready

thought occurring to her. “Hey, Eric, when are you available? Now that Nyla’s surgery is

Eric responded abruptly, irritation evident as he glanced at the

donuts.

hurry? You can’t

“No.”

Rising from her seat, she said, “Well, I’ll leave you to

shouldering her bag and

seated, frustration simmering inside him.

Did she just

away for years and all she’s learned is how to

took a nap to energize herself

the late afternoon, ready to get a

performance.

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beautiful outfe for her, a gown of soft, flowing chiffon that seemed

began dressing and applying

came into the dressing

greeted,

a smile, motioning her to

you get ready”

“Okay,”

there to talk about what was coming

the Toasting Ceremony in a few

“The Toasting Ceremony?”

“That’s right

a clever marketing strategy. As the venue focused on dance, they planned to include dance battles as part of the festivities, aligning with Calant’s

have the opportunity to vote and

multiple bets might be placed

winning dancer, who would be

having her serve

the concept but remained skeptical. “Do you think that will actually attract interest?”

reassured her with a confident smirk. “People here love to spend money for entertainment. They’ll

Just a heads–up, you’ll be pouring drinks, so prepare for that.

responded, her smile easy and assured.

had understood such responsibilities were part of the

“Great. Get ready, then. I have to

group was back in their usual spot. The booth facing the stage

just as before.

reserved than usual, his silence notable

noticing Eric’s sour mood. “Something

with a nod, not attempting

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