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

Chapter 70 You’re Nothing

Like That

*Grandmal

How could Eric not be actions?

In their cirdies, marriages of convenience were the norm

Eric had spent his life seeing countless marriages without love, kept together merely for family alliances.

He knew that Nyla’s favoritism toward Hadley could attract people who wanted to use her status in the Flynn family for their own benefit, not because they cared for her.

“Enough” with calm authority, Nyla asked Eric, “Who is responsible for Hadley becoming the subject of tonight’s gossip?”

Eric found himself at a loss for words.

Nyla sighed softly. “Regardless, rumors will circulate, as they always do.”

She continued, “Yet, I’m convinced that Srixby must have at least one honorable man who genuinely values Hadley and accepts her past.”

Her optimism was unwavering

“You never know,” she added.

Eric acknowledged that arguing with Nyla was futile for now

Looking around, he asked, “Where’s Hadley now?”

“She’s out mingling Nyla replied. Till look out for her, but it’s good for Hadley to meet people herself. She might just meet the right one.”

Despite Nyla’s hopeful plans, Hadley found them difficult to embrace

Nyla had envisioned Hadley minging freely with guests, but having been away from Srixby for so long, Hadley felt out of place at such lavish parties.

She grabbed some food and retreated to a secluded corner.

That evening, Hadley was also supposed to give a performance at Galant.

Eric had informed Lennon he would be taking Hadley away, and Lennon had readily consented.

Hadley stared at her plate, muttering, I can spend some extra time practicing later to burn off the calories

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That’s it should just eat and stop worrying about gaining weight”

caught her

Hadley stopped

Hadley’s plate. “You’re looking great,

then gestured towards the adjacent chair. “Is

Sure, go ahea?”

the subtle scent of flowers emanating from Hadley,

the courage to speak. “So, I didn’t know you were related to the Flynn

after I lost my own family

looked at him with curiosity. “You weren’t aware of that?”

day, Hadley’s reputation was notorious throughout

those who hadn’t met her were familiar with the whispers about her.

wasn’t.” Denver shook his head, explaining, “I was abroad for my

seemed reasonable

see.” She nodded, then returned her attention to her

apparent. He asked further, “About you and Eric… are things okay between you?”

hint of bewilderment. What exactly was he attempting to

his question might seem too intrusive, especially since they had just met, Denver regretted his

apologize. I shouldn’t have pried… It’s just…”

he trying to say?

had connections

up, he struggled

really. Given your time away, it’s natural to have questions,” Hadley reassured him with a

Honestly, he downright hates me.” This confirmed what Denver

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pieced together her situation through snippets of conversation with

birthday party was indeed to introduce Hadley to someone

“Speaking of which-”

abruptly. “Nyla mentioned your recent return

was it?”

“Blathe.”

“Really? I spent time in Blathe as well! What school

the Chauncy Academy of Arts. I don’t suppose you were studying arts, so

University of Blathe. Strange we

him

with a humble shrug, “The university is prestigious, but I wouldn’t call myself an elite.” After a brief pause, Denver asked again, “Hadley, if it’s alright to ask, why do

found it hard to believe that someone from the well–off Flynn family would work

Denver’s chest; he hoped his question hadn’t

need to make a living, Denver. Let’s be

“That makes sense.”

subtle smile, realizing Hadley was no longer reliant on Eric for support.

Is it the rumors that have sparked your curiosity?

over at the bustling crowd.