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.

this before… When had she learned to be so damn seductive?

tease. Just enough to

caught, every little tug sent a sharp, aching pull through his chest, leaving him craving more.

breath, “Just wait, Hadley.

finally shift his gaze. His eyes landed on the pack of cigarettes

rolled down the window, and tossed it into the nearest

his desk and gestured for Phillips to step in.

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

without hesitation. “Of course. Where’s

as he knew, Eric hadn’t purchased any new properties recently, which made the request unusual. “Is there a

tapping a

details. You have the access code for Silver Villas, don’t you? Take

sharply. “Understood, Mr. Flynn.”

days

since she and Eric had

entire day for a date. Eric had been anticipating this for a while. With most of Hadley’s performances scheduled in the evening, finding uninterrupted time together wasn’t

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finally emerged from the dance studio’s entrance, Eric was already there, waiting. His voice carried across the

was close enough, Eric reached out–pulling her straight into his

tilted his head down and kissed

“Mmm-!”

of heat rushed to her face as she quickly pushed against his chest. They were still right outside the studio,

hissed under

licked his lips,

It’s not like we’re keeping this a

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

“Fine.”

her seatbelt before settling

she had intended to.

shot her a

something to eat?” he offered, though he already had a feeling what her answer would be, given how strict her

head without

thanks. I’m

a brief pause, Hadley added, “But… if there’s an apple, I wouldn’t say

low chuckle, his fingertips grazing her cheek in an absentminded caress. “Apples, huh? Don’t

gripped the steering wheel, pressed down

glanced at him, curiosity flickering in her eyes. “Where are we

a mysterious smile. “Somewhere nice.”

sights passed by–and realization dawned. They were heading straight for Silver

it was just an elaborate way of taking her to bed, wasn’t it?

silent chuckle, shaking her head to herself. Not that she minded–it was exactly what she

up in front of the house, and Eric wasted no time.

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go,” he said, taking her

walked through the grand living room, past the luxurious furnishings, and headed straight upstairs. But instead of the master bedroom, Eric steered her down

frowned slightly. “Where are we going?”

shoulder, his smirk deepening.

front of a closed door. Eric’s expression was unreadable, but there was something playful in his gaze.

raised an eyebrow. “What is

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