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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Someone

Far from it.

absolutely hated

sharing countless meals over five years, it baffled

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

really blame him; he wasn’t obligated to remember her

her discomfort and

she

stopped?” Eric appeared surprised. “Are you full already?”

with a napkin. “I’m

his expression hardened,

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

Appreciated it?

a twinge of annoyance. Was that

her bag, ready to

she stopped, a thought occurring to her. “Hey, Eric, when are you available? Now that Nyla’s surgery is over, we should

abruptly, irritation evident as he glanced at the leftover

donuts.

the hurry? You can’t wait?”

“No.”

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

for a reply, shouldering her bag and walking

frustration simmering

Did she just give him

all she’s learned is how to get under my skin.” Eric fret about.

her apartment, Hadley took a nap to energize herself for her performance at

afternoon, ready to get a head

performance.

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her, a gown of soft, flowing chiffon that seemed

began dressing and applying

the dressing

Hadley greeted, standing

motioning

you get ready”

“Okay,”

was there to talk about

the Toasting Ceremony

“The Toasting Ceremony?”

“That’s right

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

bets might be placed

the winning dancer, who would be crowned as

honored by having her serve them a

remained skeptical. “Do you think that

about it.” Lennon reassured her with a confident smirk. “People here love to spend money for entertainment.

guaranteed winner for dance queen. Just a heads–up, you’ll be pouring drinks,

her smile easy and assured.

had understood such responsibilities were part of the job when she

said, “Great. Get ready, then. I have

in their usual spot.

and Denver, just as before.

Eric was more reserved than usual, his silence

going on?” Barrie inquired, noticing Eric’s sour mood.

acknowledged with a nod, not attempting

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