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

Chapter 113 Deep Affection

Linda noticed Danica Vooled Wow she was born to cyst was the Buck “t’s going on Cam some and

talk to me.”

“Remember the other day when 1 accidentally stepped on you foot, latar

Danica began with uncertainty, and then delved into the troubles her family was encountering in four business “Could possibly speak with Mr. Flynn He’s targeting our family to protect you, trace gested desperately. Linda was surprised to hear that Eric was ceding trouble for the Clifford family

Danica seemed to believe Linda was the cause, but Linda herself suspected there was more to the story Remaining calm, Linda responded, “I believe you might be misinterpreting the situation he doesn’t let personal feelings influence his business decisions. It’s unlikely this evolves you drectly. Your father and brothers should look into the matter.”

“Are you sure?”

Danica looked skeptical, her brow furrowed in doubt.

“Absolutely.” Linda reassured her. “I understand Eric quite well.”

Danica’s expression still showed concern. “So, you’re certain it’s not because of me?”

“Definitely not.” Linda offered comfort. “And it’s not solely on you to fix this. It’s beyond your control”

“You’re right,” Danica replied softly, seeming to grasp the situation better.

After escorting Danica out, Linda’s face took on a more serious expression.

She paused to think before reaching for her phone to dial Eric

“Hello, Linda?” Eric’s voice came through, sounding preoccupied. I’m short on time. What do you need?*

“Okay, straight to the point,” Linda said firmly. “What’s happening with the Clifford family? What actions are you taking?”

Eric was taken aback. “Where did you hear about that?”

“Danica approached me,” Linda replied, letting out a weary sigh. “She’s just a clueless young girl, Eric. Is it necessary to bear a grudge? Why not just drop it?”

Eric hesitated, but then responded with conviction, “I’m sorry, Linda I can’t do that.”

Linda, shocked and increasingly agitated, said, “Why not? Is this about Hadley?”

There was silence from Eric.

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With a bitter laugh, Linda asked, “What were you thinking, Eric? Just because Danica insulted Hadley, you’re going after her entire family in retaliation?”

Eric’s voice came sharply, saying, “Yes!”

His abrupt confession took Linda off guard. “You…” she said, disbelief coloring her tone.

“Danica’s harsh remarks towards Hadley were my fault

stammered, her voice trembling with disbelief, “You,

to articulate her thoughts further.

have to go; we

then ended the

Linda felt a sharp ache pulsing through her head.

lacing her tone, “Having second thoughts, are you?”

remorse. He seemed

what good did

it was incapable

its nature, was

open and extended his hand

she said,

welcome,” Denver replied, ensuring she was steady.

missed his last visit to Ernest, but today they made it a point

just waking from

some water.

some water dribble

showed discomfort as

to dab at the

declined with a shake

a moment,” Linda

from the closet, elevated the head of the bed, and started

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in wet clothes. Let’s get you

for a nurse, Linda carefully removed his wet shirt and dressed him in the new one herself

a sitting position to tidy the shirt from behind, and

“There, all set.”

the effort,

saying, “I know you’d rather not have the nurses

with me helping, aren’t you? Look, I can

Linda,

took in

felt certain that Linda’s actions were driven by genuine affection for Ernest

sincere.

Linda’s past actions puzzling.

done everything

blood, potentially the only piece of him

awakened.

their child just to spite Hadley?

thought seemed

said, “They look like they’re managing fine.”

on the door.