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

Chapter 60 He Could Cast

You Aside At Any Moment

Hadley maintained her composure, yet her heart was racing,

The fear was evident–she was worried that Eric might lose his cool and create a Extrace

However, he remained composed.

His curiosity quickly dissipated. “My apologies for the disruption, Mr. Mary, 1 ment attend to sanctie commitment and must depart now.”

“Absolutely.” Duran, visibly anxious, hastened to show him out. “Take care, Mr. Flynn

Eric dismissed the formality with a casual wave. “Don’t bother seeing me out.”

And with that, he exited.

The moment the door closed, Hadley exhaled a silent, lengthy breath.

Relief washed over her. The crisis was averted.

“Hadley.” Duran came back, guiding her back to her seat. After a pause, he awkwardly said, “About what just happened…”

He studied her face before saying, “I apologize. You understand our situation. It’s not easy for me to be entirely forthcoming.”

His role was delicate.

Though he was officially divorced and single, any connection with a woman of Hadley’s background might jeopardize his professional reputation.

Hadley was not someone who could easily step into the limelight.

Yet, Hadley just gave a calm nod, showing no concern. “I get it. No need for explanations.”

“That’s reassuring.”

Duran was comforted by her understanding and discretion, which deepened his sense of responsibility towards

her.

With a sigh of relief and a smile, he reassured her. “While we may need to keep some things low–key, I promise to compensate in other ways. I’ve secured a place for you to live–it’s currently being set up. Soon, you’ll be able to move in.”

This place would be their private retreat, a sanctuary away from prying eyes.

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Recognizing the dynamics of their arrangement, Hadley offered no objections. “I trust your judgment.”

had planned to

had recently learned that she had no

the plan,” he said, locking eyes with her. “The money will go to you instead. You’re on your own now, so use it however you see

Murray…” Upon hearing his offer, Hadley couldn’t contain herself. Tears welled up in her eyes, and the felt a tightness in

had intended to request financial help once their arrangements were

their relationship was transactional–he was her patron. However, the fact remained that when she was most in need, he had

far off in Blathe, Hadley pressed her lips together.

tears, Duran reached for a tissue and offered it to her. “Why

with

laugh, Duran gently dabbed her tears away with the tissue. “Why thank me? This is simply

do. Let’s drop the formalities; too many thanks create distance between

and mustered a faint smile. “Understood…

Hadley made her way back to West 12th Street.

their newly renovated residence together

come to terms

deepened her appreciation for

corner as she requested, from where

in darkness leaning against a wall, his face obscured by

the shadows.

“Look who we’ve got here! Did your boyfriend drop

It was Eric.

formed in Hadley’s stomach. His

tightened, and she instinctively

gaze sharpened. “Hadley… Are

threatening when he was

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steady

scoffed, “What do I need?” He mocked her

glow of the streetlight, his chiseled features tense with barely contained anger.

hand and

on the ring Duran had given her.

to withdraw her hand. “This is none

my concern?” Eric scoffed derisively. “Seems you’ve forgotten, you’re still legally my

Abruptly, he

it immediately. You’re

struggling

overpowered

Hadley inhaled sharply.

motion, Eric flung the ring. It spiraled through the air, disappearing into the darkness of the street.

wearing it!”

“No!”

her eyes blazed as she stared

unwavering, her voice

since we separated! Our marriage has been over for

wife!”

“You-”