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.

absolutely hated

it baffled her that Eric st hadn’t picked up on

Eric often overlooked the preferences of those he was indifferent

him; he wasn’t obligated to

she managed to suppress her

that, she stopped

Eric appeared surprised. “Are you full

with a

grew skeptical and his expression hardened, “Is

your thank–you gift and

Appreciated it?

annoyance. Was that her idea

ready to leave. “I need to

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

Eric responded abruptly, irritation evident

donuts.

hurry? You can’t wait?”

“No.”

seat, she said,

shouldering her bag and

remained seated, frustration simmering inside

she just give him the

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

to her apartment, Hadley took a nap to energize herself

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

performance.

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her, a gown of soft, flowing chiffon

dressing and applying her makeup.

came into the dressing room.

greeted, standing up

Lennon instructed with a smile, motioning her to continue her

you get ready”

“Okay,”

talk about what was coming

the Toasting 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 the festivities, aligning with

to vote and bet on their preferred dancers.

multiple bets might be placed on the same

was at stake? The top betting guest on the winning dancer, who would be crowned

by having her serve them a

but remained skeptical. “Do you think that will

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

winner for dance queen. Just a heads–up, you’ll be pouring drinks, so prepare for that. Are you okay with

Hadley responded, her smile easy and

of the job

in her response, said, “Great. Get

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

Denver, just as before.

reserved than usual, his silence notable since their

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

acknowledged with a nod, not attempting to hide his

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