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

Chapter 73 A Part Of His

Heart Had Melted

“What are you implying?”

Shock registered on Hadley’s face at Nyla’s words. Could she be meaning what she suspected? “No… Surely, that’s not possible, is it?” Hadley pondered.

“Nyla.”

With a nervous gulp, Hadley inquired with hesitation, “What are you trying to say?”

Nyla patted Hadley’s hand, offering a warm smile. “What do you think, my dear? I mean to ask if you like Denver.”

Noticing Hadley’s continued confusion, Nyla explained, “Like the way you once felt for Eric”

“Wait,” Hadley interjected, her confusion deepening. “What’s this coming from now?”

Could it have been prompted by Denver offering her a ride home?

Attempting to clarify with a smile and a dismissive shake of her head, Hadley reassured. “There’s absolutely nothing between us, Nyla. We merely ran into each other, and he gave me a lift.”

“Really, that’s it? At your birthday celebration the other day however, I noticed you and him interacting quite comfortably.”

An awkward chuckle escaped Hadley. “You might be reading too much into it. There’s genuinely nothing going

on.”

Perceiving Hadley’s modesty, Nyla let out a soft smile. “He seems like a good person, and possibly interested in you. Tell me honestly, do you find him appealing at all?”

“What?”

Laughter eluded Hadley now.

Nyla looked serious, her demeanor suggesting deep contemplation.

Confusion marred Hadley’s expression as she replied, “I don’t quite understand what you’re getting at.”

Exhaling deeply, Nyla used a napkin to dab at her lips.

Her gaze lingered on Hadley, filled with tender concern.

“Hadley, my only concern is for your happiness. I believe Denver could be a suitable partner. He comes from a decent background, but what truly matters is whether you feel any affection for him…”

Chapter 73 A Part Of His Heart Had Melted

“Nyla!”

Hadley’s reaction was one of shock, her complexion draining of color.

She vigorously shook her head. “Please, don’t make light of this. How could such a thing ever happen?”

Hadley and Denver together? She couldn’t conceive of it–it wouldn’t be fair to him, a man with such promise!

Nyla’s expression turned grave. “I take your future very seriously. Believe me, I’m considering what’s best for

“Nyla…”

failed Hadley; the idea seemed utterly preposterous.

not worthy of him, isn’t that so, Hadley?” “That really was the truth!” Hadley

Nyla appeared unfazed.

you are a Flynn. Who

in some ways. I yearn

“Nyla…”

“I don’t need…”

you think you don’t need

own, and it didn’t end well. I blame myself for not intervening. This time, I’m going to make sure

rooted to the spot.

a loss

happening with Denver, then let her think so. Hadley, however, was convinced they could never be anything beyond mere acquaintances.

then. I just wanted to ease your mind,” Nyla said, getting up from her chair. “The night has grown late. I’m off to my

to assist

those words, Hadley rose and offered her arm

a tray with

just to fetch a

“Hadley, I’ll manage on my

“Okay, then.”

“Good girl.”

Nyla turned and ascended

the table, avoiding eye contact with Hadley.

“Sure.”

their kiss from

grabbed the soup bowl and took a hearty gulp to divert her mind.

Suddenly, Hadley gasped.

“What’s wrong?”

quickly, rising and rushing to her side.

her hand over her mouth and tears in her eyes, Hadley’s

burn

cradled Hadley’s face in his hands. “Don’t just

had already

her throat and chest, causing her to

stern. “Why would you ingest something so blisteringly hot?” Hadley held her

could she have known it would be

an expensive herbal remedy. Accustomed to cut costs after years of hardship, Hadley always

Hadley’s eyes and her

it very

soup had been left on a simmer for too long, making it unbearably

“Follow me!”

guiding

door and

Hadley kept her hand

was the reason for