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

Chapter 60

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.”

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

learned that she had no family left.

said, locking eyes with her. “The money will go to you instead. You’re on your own now, so use it however you see fit–save

herself. Tears welled up in her

their arrangements were in

her patron. However, the fact remained that

Blathe, Hadley pressed her lips

a

voice thick with emotion.

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

drop the formalities; too

a faint smile. “Understood… I’ll keep that in mind.”

way back to West 12th

newly

to come to terms with the

her appreciation for

her to Mayfield Road and let her off at the corner as she requested, from where she

in

the shadows.

scornful voice shattered the silence. “Look who we’ve got

It was Eric.

formed in Hadley’s stomach. His presence meant trouble.

expression tightened, and she

withdrawal and his gaze sharpened. “Hadley… Are you trying to

threatening when he was upset.

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Hadley maintained a steady voice. “What

mocked her

the shadows, Eric moved under the faint glow of

Eric grabbed her left hand and thrust it forward. “What is

the ring Duran had

furrowed her brows, attempting to withdraw her hand.

you’ve forgotten, you’re still legally my

Abruptly, he tightened his grasp and

You’re not keeping this.”

Hadley protested, struggling against his grip.

overpowered

Hadley inhaled sharply.

a swift motion, Eric flung the ring. It spiraled through the air, disappearing into the darkness

try wearing

“No!”

vanished into the night. “Eric!” Her rage was clear; her eyes blazed as she stared him down. “How dare you throw my ring away? Have you lost your mind? I

was intense and unwavering, her voice trembling

been four years since we separated! Our marriage has been over for ages! We are no longer husband and

wife!”

“You-”

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