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

knowing Eric and sharing countless meals over five years, it baffled her that Eric st hadn’t picked up on

sense, though. Eric often overlooked the

blame him; he wasn’t obligated to remember her preferences.

she managed to suppress her discomfort

she stopped eating

stopped?” Eric appeared surprised. “Are you full

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

Eric’s tone grew skeptical and his expression hardened, “Is that all?”

“I’ve received your thank–you

Appreciated it?

a twinge of annoyance. Was

reached for her bag, ready to leave. “I need to get going…”

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

available anytime soon!” Eric responded abruptly, irritation evident as he glanced at the leftover

donuts.

the hurry? You can’t

“No.”

her seat, she said,

for a reply, shouldering her bag and walking

remained seated, frustration

Did she

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

to energize herself for her performance at Galant that evening

a head start on her preparations for the evening’s

performance.

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her, a gown of soft, flowing chiffon that seemed

began dressing and applying

came into the dressing

Lewis,” Hadley greeted, standing

motioning her to continue her makeup.

you get ready”

“Okay,”

there to talk about what was coming

Toasting Ceremony in a few days.”

“The Toasting Ceremony?”

“That’s right

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

vote and bet

that multiple bets might be

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

be honored by having her serve them a drink.

the concept but remained skeptical. “Do you

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

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

Hadley responded, her smile

understood such responsibilities were part of the job

confident in her response, said, “Great. Get ready, then. I have

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

and Denver, just

usual, his silence notable since their

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

nod, not attempting

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