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.”

added, “I had planned to send some money to

she had

with her. “The money 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

offer, Hadley couldn’t contain herself. Tears welled up in her eyes, and the felt a

arrangements were in order… Yet,

However, the fact remained that when she was most in need, he had generously stepped

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

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

her head, her voice thick with

laugh, Duran gently dabbed her tears away with

too many thanks create distance between us.”

faint

made her way back

newly renovated residence together once it

time to come to

deepened her appreciation

corner as she requested, from where she walked the remaining distance by herself.

figure shrouded in darkness

the shadows.

who we’ve got here! Did your

It was Eric.

in Hadley’s stomach. His presence

and she instinctively stepped backward.

her withdrawal and his gaze sharpened. “Hadley… Are

more threatening

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a steady voice. “What is it

“What do I need?” He mocked her question. “Are you really asking me that?”

the shadows, Eric moved under the faint glow of

could respond, Eric grabbed her left hand and thrust it forward. “What is this? Explain now!”

fixed on the ring Duran had

attempting to withdraw her

derisively. “Seems you’ve forgotten, you’re still legally

sight of the ring. Abruptly, he tightened his

immediately. You’re not keeping

me!” Hadley protested, struggling against

overpowered her.

Hadley inhaled sharply.

spiraled through

try wearing it!”

“No!”

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

and unwavering, her

Our marriage has been over for ages! We are no longer husband

wife!”

“You-”