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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West Twelfth Alley. Occasionally, they shared casual meals, always splitting expenses evenly.

just at the corner of Mayfield Road.

to rush to the airport shortly,”

“A business trip?”

nod. “I’m heading to Prineville. I’ll be

a safe trip–and remember to rest well, especially with the time difference.”

preparing to leave. “I won’t keep you then.”

“Hadley!”

turned with a warm smile. “What’s on your mind? Just say

Denver one of her

seeming slightly shy. “When I get back, my birthday’s just around the corner, and I’d really like it if you came to the

His birthday party?

event Nyla once arranged for her own birthday. Would this

together

own reasons for hosting something flashy and

that was the case, it was a

exhaled softly, reminding herself that she truly

gently. “Will you

readily. “Just let me know the exact date so I can keep it

face brightened noticeably. “That’s great!”

“I really have to hurry

waved, watching his

her apartment, Hadley murmured softly, “A birthday means I’ll

the first time in a long while, money wasn’t

had efficiently handled her divorce settlement, leaving Hadley with a considerable sum from

no matter how much she had,

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had taught her to be mindful of spending. More importantly, Joy would need financial security in the future–this money was

accepting help made it harder to hold onto resentment.

alimony, Hadley’s bitterness toward Eric had softened

Hadley pondered

privileged upbringing, he likely received either luxurious gifts or deeply personal

lavish was clearly

would

heading home, Hadley settled on precisely what she wanted to

straight home, she veered toward the lively

full of stalls offering everything

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