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.

heavy with resignation. He continued, “Danica’s harsh remarks towards Hadley were my fault to begin with.

stammered, her voice trembling

struggled to articulate her thoughts further.

to go; we shouldn’t discuss

ended the call abruptly.

her phone, Linda felt a sharp ache

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

to see Eric show any remorse. He seemed

good did his regret

bitterly that regret was termed so because it was incapable of altering past mistakes or correcting the wrongs already

its nature, was impotent to

car door open and extended his hand to assist Hadley.

said,

ensuring she was steady.

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

they found him just waking from a nap,

some water.

let some water dribble down

showed discomfort as he

dab at the spill with a towel. “Need more water?”

declined with a shake of his head.

a moment,”

the head of the bed, and

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uncomfortable in wet clothes. Let’s get

his wet shirt

position to tidy the shirt from behind, and then gently lowered

“There, all set.”

flushed from the

reassured him, saying, “I know you’d rather not have the nurses see you like

Look, I can manage on my

to Linda, observing her

doorway, took

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

sincere.

Linda’s past actions puzzling.

Linda done

blood, potentially the only piece of him Linda might have

awakened.

considered jeopardizing their child just to spite

seemed

them quietly, Denver said, “They look like they’re managing fine.” He then lifted his hand to knock

on the door.