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!”

caught in a moment of indecision. “So… are you accepting my offer>”

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briefly, took a deep breath, and continued on her path without a backward glance.

from Blathe

this journey, Hadley ensured Joy would accompany the dance troupe, securing her a first–class seat to make her

Hadley took upon herself

living situation

on West Twelfth Alley that Hadley had been renting was proving too cramped and not the

it felt overwhelmingly large and was inconveniently located far from

apartment–a cozier, smaller one–and also

around, she was better equipped. She had already browsed online and selected a potential apartment. The real estate agent had arranged

Colleen had someone in

was the mother of Colleen’s junior

had raised her child independently, juggling

abroad, she was struggling to find any full–time

recommended her to Hadley. “She’s completely available–ideal

sigh of relief. “I appreciate it, Colleen.”

fair exchange. She gains employment, and

remaining step was for the dance

of time, making sure Joy

kind lady will accompany you onto the plane shortly,” Hadley explained

her neck, looked

with the troupe and handle things as she was one of the few dancers who hadn’t been

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to

to do, so I won’t be able to sit with you, but we’re

understanding. “I’ll be okay, Mom. I’ll listen to the lady and

such a good girl,” Hadley said, handing Joy to the attendant with a grateful

“It’s absolutely my

to behave herself, and then, with a heavy heart, turned and joined the waiting troupe.

escorted Joy to the first–class lounge, a privilege afforded by her ticket and

but her cherished plush toy, which the

attendant gently

appreciatively as