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!

would you think I’m making this up?” Nyla’s expression turned grave. “I take your future very seriously. Believe me, I’m considering what’s best

“Nyla…”

the idea seemed utterly

you’re not worthy of him, isn’t that so, Hadley?” “That really was the truth!” Hadley thought, yet she kept that

appeared

own feelings are all that matter. Remember, you are a Flynn. Who could possibly dismiss that? Hadley…”

trembled. “We’ve failed you in some ways. I yearn to see you married well, so

“Nyla…”

“I don’t

do you think you

Nyla continued, “Eric told me about your last attempt to manage on your own, and it didn’t end well. I blame myself for not intervening. This time, I’m going to

herself rooted to the spot.

at a loss for

with Denver, then let her think

just wanted to ease your mind,” Nyla said, getting up from her chair. “The night has grown late.

me to assist you

Hadley rose and offered

that moment, Eric entered, a tray with

so long just to fetch a bowl of soup?”

“Hadley, I’ll

“Okay, then.”

“Good girl.”

a smile, Nyla turned

tray on the table, avoiding

“Sure.”

by thoughts of their kiss from

Hadley grabbed the soup bowl and took a

Suddenly, Hadley gasped.

“What’s wrong?”

rising and rushing to

tears in her eyes,

burn

his hands.

had already ingested it.

throat and chest, causing her to wince

you thinking?” Eric’s features grew stern. “Why would you ingest something so

she have known it would be scalding?

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

forming in Hadley’s eyes and her

it very painful?”

eyes, nodded in confirmation. Clearly, the soup had been left on a simmer for too long, making

“Follow me!”

hand, guiding her towards

and motioned towards Hadley. “Open up.”

her hand clamped over her mouth.

the reason