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

Chapter 195 We Should

Break Up

Without a doubt, Hadley saw it–two distinct lines..

“Oh…”

A gasp escaped Hadley’s lips as she clasped her hand over her mouth, a surge of exhilaration washing over her.

It was a positive result!

She was indeed expecting!

She had indeed hoped for this, but she hadn’t expected it to be this effortless!

How long had it been since she and Eric had been together? And now, a pregnancy!

Reflecting on her first pregnancy with Joy, the ease of it all echoed similarly. Barely two months into their marriage, having been intimate only a few times, and she was expecting.

“Oh, this is truly marvelous!*

Overwhelmed with joy, Hadley found herself performing a spontaneous dance.

Her earlier regrets from the morning’s missteps faded; all was now right in her world. She was pregnant!

She no longer needed to worry about lowering herself before Eric–because she didn’t need him anymore! “Thank you, thank you!” A rush of excitement surged through Hadley as she whispered gratefully, “Thank you, God.”

She felt a profound sense of being cared for.

“Eric, thank you as well,” she added quietly.

If this pregnancy could lead to saving Joy, she was ready to let go of all past grievances against him. The next time they crossed paths, she would engage him with the detached kindness due to a stranger.

As the evening unfolded, the performance proceeded as planned.

She was committed to completing the schedule already set.

Having experienced pregnancy with Joy previously, she was familiar with how to take precautions. Soon, she planned to discuss her resignation with Blanche.

This baby represented not just a personal joy but a lifeline for Joy’s survival. To this end, Hadley was prepared to sacrifice all else.

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Though this decision might delay lots of her future plans–including those involved her career planning, she felt no hesitation or regret

Living well in the present was her priority.

Hadley retreated to her dressing room. As anticipated, her

was Eric, just as she expected.

curled into a soft smile as she answered the call.

“Hadley?”

Eric’s voice carried a

his

done? I’m outside waiting,” he said, his

for a couple of seconds before responding,

Take as long as you need,” Eric responded, his tone bright with relief and devoid of any

Hadley might still be upset and possibly refuse

prepared himself mentally to apologize sincerely and accept whatever response

Hadley’s eyes sparkled

was nearby, and simply

asked

a smile, a plan forming in her mind. “I need

me what you need,” Elissa said, setting

the thing…”

getting ready, Hadley

“Hello, Hadley.”

greeted her with his usual considerate demeanor, assisting her into the

he could start the engine, Hadley suggested, “How about we stop at

thing” Eric

prepared to accommodate any

drove them to a nearby cafe.

inquired, “Hungry? Maybe a brownie? And what would you like to

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195 We Should Break Up

a hot milk for me, thanks,” Hadley responded with a gentle smile, settling into her new commitment to self–care during

“Got it.”

hot milk for her

served, Hadley took a slow sip of her milk before dropping a bombshell. “We should

looked up sharply, his expression

saw his stunned look, Hadley repeated firmly.

hung heavy for a

mask his distress with a strained smile, Eric asked,

from how you handled things with Linda, you’ve treated me

look to her face as

for everything you’ve

the significant role Eric had played in Joy’s chance

was genuine.

He believed it all spiraled out of

it was laced with sarcasm. “You want to end things over a single disagreement? What relationship doesn’t have its ups and downs? Hadley, this

was dismissive, unwavering in her decision. “You may see me as impetuous and immature, but I’ve made my decision.

was evident; his eyes darkened with

hesitation. “I shouldn’t