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

Chapter 110

Chapter 110 A Special Birthday Gift For Denver

“Ms. Nicolson…” Hadley jumped to her feet, her nerves obvious. “That’s not what I meant at all—”

“Enough.” Blanche waved dismissively. “I understand perfectly. But if you want respect from others, prove

yourself on the stage! Are you waiting until everyone applauds you before you even step up? Eric sent you here for a purpose. When are you gonna shine if you just hide in the shadows?”

Blanche released a weary breath, her gaze steady on Hadley.

“You certainly know how to follow instructions. When I asked you to trim your waistline, you didn’t disappoint.”

glance. Blanche had an uncanny talent for accurately gauging any dancer’s physique at just a

“Channel that determination into your dancing. Answer me honestly, Hadley. Is performing your true desire?”

and precious.

Being trusted like this felt incredibly rar

Hadley responded decisively, “Absolutely!”

Blanche nodded resolutely. “Then stop hesitating! Claim your spotlight!”

“Yes, Ms. Nicolson!” Excitement bubbled through Hadley as she nodded eagerly.

“You know…” Blanche’s stern demeanor softened slightly, pointing at Hadley with a half–smile. “Life’s full of complicated relationships. Do you seriously think you can please everyone? Just concentrate on dancing your best and stop worrying.”

“Understood, Ms. Nicolson.”

“Good.”

With a teasing tone, Blanche added, “Dance your heart out. Remember, Lightning Studio’s tickets sell out quickly. If you stumble up there, losing fame is nothing compared to embarrassing us all!”

“Ms. Nicolson.” Hadley promised earnestly. “I won’t disappoint you–I’ll give it everything I’ve got!”

Later that evening, Denver arrived to pick up Hadley.

In recent days, Denver had become a regular part of Hadley’s routine.

According to him, their arrangement still needed to continue.

After all, there was always the chance Eric might suddenly take interest again if they stopped pretending.

Denver was always respectful, never pushing Hadley too far.

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dropped her off at West Twelfth Alley. Occasionally, they shared casual meals, always splitting

the car just at

today. I need to rush to the airport

“A business trip?”

to Prineville. I’ll be away

safe trip–and remember to rest well, especially

backpack, preparing to leave.

“Hadley!”

a warm smile. “What’s on

one of her

seeming slightly shy. “When I get back, my birthday’s just around the

His birthday party?

for her own birthday. Would this party be similar?

Denver’s family gathered together made her nervous.

quickly assured her, smiling. “Nyla had her own reasons for hosting something flashy and crowded for you. Mine will just be a casual get–together

case,

exhaled softly, reminding herself that she truly was considered one of his friends now.

Denver asked gently. “Will

Hadley agreed readily. “Just let me know the exact date

noticeably. “That’s great!”

watch, he sighed. “I really have to hurry now. I’ll see you when I

care!” Hadley waved, watching his

she walked toward her apartment, Hadley murmured softly, “A birthday means I’ll need a gif But what

in a long

handled her divorce settlement, leaving Hadley with a considerable

no matter how much she had, she

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Birthday Gift For

of spending. More importantly,

accepting help made it harder to hold onto

alimony, Hadley’s bitterness toward Eric

to the present, Hadley pondered

either luxurious

clearly beyond Hadley’s

would be

precisely what

than returning straight home, she veered toward the

nightly, full of stalls offering everything from street food to handmade trinkets.

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