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

Chapter 60 He Could Cast

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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.”

Duran added, “I had planned to send some money to your family, but…”

that she had

will go to you instead. You’re on your own now, so use it however you see fit–save it, spend it, or maybe even start a small business. It’s entirely up

herself. Tears welled up in her eyes, and the felt a tightness

intended to request financial help once their arrangements were in

relationship was transactional–he was her patron. However, the fact remained that when she

her child Joy, who was far off in Blathe, Hadley pressed her lips together. For her daughter’s sake, she had to

the matter?” Noticing her tears, Duran reached for a tissue and offered it to

thick with emotion. “Thank you… I really mean it. Thank you.”

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

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

mustered a faint smile. “Understood… I’ll keep that

evening, Hadley made her way back to

Duran’s plans, they would relocate to their newly renovated residence

to terms with the change.

her appreciation for

Road and let her off at the corner as she requested, from where she walked the remaining distance

shrouded in darkness leaning against a wall, his

the shadows.

silence. “Look who we’ve got here!

It was Eric.

in Hadley’s stomach. His

and she instinctively stepped

withdrawal and his gaze sharpened. “Hadley… Are

became more threatening when he was upset.

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steady voice. “What is it that you

need?” He mocked her question. “Are you

moved under the faint glow of

and thrust it forward. “What is this? Explain now!”

the ring Duran had given her.

brows, attempting to withdraw her hand. “This

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

of the ring. Abruptly, he tightened his grasp and forcefully removed the ring

immediately. You’re not keeping this.”

me!” Hadley protested, struggling against

overpowered her.

Hadley inhaled sharply.

through the air, disappearing into the darkness of the

wearing

“No!”

into the night. “Eric!” Her rage was clear; her eyes blazed as she

intense and unwavering, her voice trembling with

marriage has been over for ages!

wife!”

“You-”