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

Chapter 159 Are You Accepting My Offer

What was that?

Hadley raised her head, her eyes wet with tears, and stared at Eric.

His commitment to Linda was unmistakable, perhaps influenced by his loyalty to Ernest.

The connection between the brothers was undeniable.

It seemed Eric feared he might lose control and betray Ernest’s trust, didn’t he?

Feeling a deep sadness, Hadley felt her tears ceased. “Your loyalty knows no bounds,” she said.

For Linda, his support was always unwavering.

“Hadley?” Eric’s face showed confusion; he couldn’t grasp her thoughts.

She looked back at him, her smile vanishing, and asked gravely, “Is there really no other choice for you?”

Taken aback, Eric pondered if another like Hadley could possibly exist.

He affirmed with a nod. “Yes, you’re the one and only.”

A sarcastic chuckle broke from her, and Hadley, finding a brief humor in the moment, rose to her feet.

As she stood up, Hadley’s legs felt weak, causing her to sway a bit. Eric quickly reached out. “Be careful.” He observed her recent tears. “Feeling dizzy?”

“I’m okay.” Hadley firmly shook her head, distancing herself from his touch. “I understand what you mean. I’m just exhausted. I need to rest.”

“I can help you to…”

“No need!” Hadley interrupted sharply, spinning to face him with a stern look. “Don’t come after me. I mean it -don’t!”

“Hadley…

..” Eric’s brow furrowed, his concern evident. How could he leave her alone in such a state? “Didn’t you say you wanted me?” Her tone was laced with bitterness. “Are you not even listening to me now?”

“I…” Eric paused, taken aback by her sharpness. He stood motionless, unsure how to proceed.

Hadley gave a smirk, turned on her heel, and strode away.

“Hadley!”

of indecision. “So… are

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her eyes briefly, took a deep breath, and continued on her

departure from Blathe

the dance troupe, securing her a first–class seat to make her travel as comfortable as possible given her

took upon herself

there was their living situation to consider.

apartment on West Twelfth Alley that Hadley had been renting was proving

offered, but it felt overwhelmingly large and was inconveniently

cozier, smaller one–and also needed to hire a live–in nanny for Joy.

She had already browsed online and selected a potential apartment. The real estate agent had arranged a video call to tour the

Colleen had

mother

had raised her child independently, juggling various part–time jobs while her

daughter studying abroad, she was struggling to find any

had thus recommended her to Hadley. “She’s completely available–ideal for looking after

breathed a sigh

Colleen brushed off the thanks casually. “It’s a fair exchange. She gains employment, and you

step was for the dance troupe to finalize their itinerary.

making sure Joy was safely escorted

lady will accompany you onto the plane shortly,”

looked up anxiously.

needed to stay with the troupe and handle things as she

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arrangements for Joy to travel

in the eye. “Mommy has work to do, so I won’t be able to sit with you, but we’re on the same flight, okay?”

Joy nodded, her face showing understanding. “I’ll be okay, Mom. I’ll listen

the attendant with a grateful smile. “Thank you for taking care of her.”

attendant smiled back. “It’s

behave herself, and then, with a heavy heart, turned and joined

first–class lounge, a privilege afforded by her ticket and the service she was enrolled

cherished plush toy, which the attendant

attendant gently asked,

responded, nodding appreciatively as she clutched her large