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

Chapter 169

Chapter 169 Perfect Balance Of Strength And…

“Um…” Hadley hesitated before pointing toward the pack of cigarettes on the dashboard. “Can you quit smoking?”

Eric blinked, momentarily caught off guard. Of all the things she could’ve asked for, this wasn’t what he expected. He arched a brow, amusement flickering in his eyes. “Laying down rules already? That’s pretty strict.”

How was she supposed to explain that she didn’t want his habit affecting her chances of having a healthy baby?

After a beat, she simply said, “I can’t stand the smell of smoke.” Then, as if it were an afterthought, she added coolly, “So if you don’t quit… don’t kiss me ever again.”

Without waiting for a response, she reached for the door handle.

“Hey-”

Eric’s reflexes were quicker than hers. His hand closed gently around her wrist, stopping her before she could leave. “What’s wrong? You mad at me?”

Seeing that she still wouldn’t look at him, he chuckled. “I never said I wouldn’t agree.”

His eyes gleamed mischievously. “But if I quit smoking… do I get a reward?”

A reward?

Hadley blinked, caught off guard. “What kind of reward are you expecting?”

Eric smirked. “Since it’s coming from you, I think you should decide. Where’s the fun if I have to come up with it myself?”

Seriously?

Hadley stared at him for two seconds before a slow, knowing smile tugged at her lips. Without warning, she leaned in, grabbed his tie, and pulled him closer.

“Hadley?”

Eric instinctively straightened, his pulse hitching–but before he could react, he felt it. A soft, fleeting warmth brushing against his Adam’s apple.

She kissed him.

Not on the lips. Not on the cheek. Right against the most sensitive spot on a man’s throat.

Hadley knew exactly what she was doing.

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The kiss lasted barely a second–just long enough to send a jolt down his spine–before she released him and turned away, her gaze skittering to the side.

“That’s your treat. Okay, bye!”

With that, she spun on her heel, pushed open the car door, and stepped out.

Eric sat there, utterly still, watching her walk away. His sharp eyes narrowed slightly, his mind replaying the

moment over and over.

Then, out of nowhere-

A low chuckle escaped his lips before it rolled into a full, amused laugh.

she learned to be

tease. Just enough to keep him hooked.

tossing a barbed hook into the water–once it caught, every little tug sent a sharp, aching pull through his chest, leaving

breath, “Just wait, Hadley.

he finally shift his gaze. His eyes landed on the pack

second thought, he picked it up, rolled down the window, and tossed it into the nearest

desk

you to contact a renovation company,” he said, his tone crisp and direct.

without hesitation. “Of course. Where’s the project?”

new properties recently, which made the request unusual. “Is there a place that needs remodeling?” he asked, curiosity creeping into

leaned back slightly, tapping a pen against the desk.

details. You have the access code for Silver Villas,

sharply. “Understood,

few days

off–the first one since she and Eric had

this for a while. With most of Hadley’s

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voice carried across the evening air, and she instinctively quickened

was close enough, Eric reached out–pulling her straight

his head down and kissed her.

“Mmm-!”

eyes widened in shock. A wave of heat rushed to her face as she quickly pushed against his chest. They were still right outside the studio, for god’s sake–colleagues were passing by, some stealing glances,

she hissed under

licked his lips, clearly pleased with

big deal? It’s not like we’re

shot him a glare but didn’t bother arguing. Instead, she huffed. “Get in the car first!”

“Fine.”

seatbelt before settling back into his own seat.

she had intended to. She had already made arrangements at

shot her a

Do you want something to eat?” he offered, though he already had a feeling what her

head

thanks. I’m

“But… if there’s

a low chuckle, his fingertips grazing her cheek in an absentminded caress. “Apples, huh? Don’t worry. I’ve got plenty.”

down on the accelerator, and they were off.

at him, curiosity flickering in her eyes.

a mysterious smile. “Somewhere

as familiar sights passed by–and realization dawned. They

elaborate way of taking her to bed,

out a silent chuckle, shaking her head to herself. Not that she minded–it was exactly what she had intended, too.

the house, and Eric wasted

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said, taking her hand and leading her inside.

walked through the grand living room, past the luxurious furnishings, and headed straight upstairs. But instead of the

frowned slightly. “Where are we

smirk deepening.

finally stopped in front of a closed door. Eric’s expression was unreadable, but there was something playful in his gaze. “Get ready,”

eyebrow. “What is it?”

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