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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Far from it.

absolutely hated maple syrup,

knowing Eric and sharing countless meals over five years, it

though. Eric often overlooked the

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

managed to suppress her discomfort and finished one dou

she

appeared surprised. “Are you full

Hadley replied, patting her mouth with a napkin. “I’m fine now,”

grew skeptical and his expression

“I’ve received your thank–you gift and appreciated it.

Appreciated it?

of annoyance. Was that her idea

even now.” Hadley reached for her bag, ready to leave. “I need to

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

not available anytime soon!” Eric responded abruptly, irritation evident as he

donuts.

hurry? You

“No.”

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

wait for a reply, shouldering her bag

frustration simmering

she

and all she’s learned is how to get under

to energize herself for her performance

arrived in the late afternoon, ready to get a head start on her preparations

performance.

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a gown of soft, flowing chiffon that seemed almost

dressing and

came into the

Lewis,” Hadley greeted, standing

Lennon instructed with a smile, motioning her to continue her makeup. “Just listen

you get ready”

“Okay,”

about what was

Ceremony in a few days.”

“The Toasting Ceremony?”

“That’s right

was a clever marketing strategy. As the venue focused on dance, they planned to include dance battles as part of

to vote and bet on their

was expected that multiple bets might be placed on the same dancer.

winning dancer, who would be

be honored by having her serve them a

the concept but remained skeptical. “Do

confident smirk. “People here

for dance queen. Just a heads–up, you’ll be

fine,” Hadley responded, her smile easy and

such responsibilities were part of the job when she joined Galant.

said, “Great. Get ready,

back in their usual spot.

just

was more reserved than usual, his silence

inquired, noticing Eric’s

acknowledged with a nod, not attempting to hide his

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