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

Chapter 217 Do You Know

Him

For Ernest, this was nothing short of extraordinary news!

After a brief discussion with Quentin, he gave his instructions without hesitation. “Make arrangements for a house at Lion Bay.”

“Understood, Mr. Flynn.” Quentin responded promptly, already setting the plan in motion.

Back at Silver Villas, Eric carefully laid Hadley down on the bed, making sure she was comfortable.

“Rest for a bit,” he murmured. “I’ve already contacted the housekeeper and a nurse–they’ll be here soon.”

Hadley nodded lightly. “Okay.”

She knew he had already sacrificed half his day for her, and his work was waiting.

“You should go,” she said, not meeting his eyes.

She still wasn’t sure how to face him.

Eric didn’t argue. “I’ll leave once they arrive,” he simply said.

“Your forehead…” Hadley frowned, gesturing toward his head. “Why haven’t you taken care of that?”

“Huh? Oh, that!”

Only then did Eric remember the minor injury, brushing it off with an easy shrug. “It’s just a scratch. Nothing to worry about.”

He grabbed a tissue, dabbing at the blood as if that was enough.

Hadley’s frown deepened. “At least disinfect it and put on a Band–Aid.”

Eric sighed dramatically, “But I can’t see it.” Then, with a small smirk, he leaned slightly toward her. “How about you help me out?”

Hadley hesitated for a moment before exhaling.

With a small nod, she agreed.

Eric had saved her again today. If not for his relentless pursuit, she might have fallen victim to Astrid’s

schemes.

With her approval, he eagerly retrieved the first aid kit, as if tending to his wound was suddenly the most important thing in the world.

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The cut on his forehead wasn’t deep–just a quick swab of iodine and a bandage, and it was done.

“All set.”

It barely took a minute.

up, pressing his fingers lightly against the bandage before flashing her an amused grin. “Not bad.

Hadley blinked.

Seriously?

the coldest, most ruthless man she had ever known. Other times, he had the innocence of a

real

the nurse and housekeeper

of her, his fingers lingering for a second longer than necessary. “I’m heading out. Get some rest, and if you need anything, just tell them. Don’t push yourself.” He hesitated before adding, “I’ll probably be late tonight–don’t wait up for me.”

got

nodded, watching as he

want Hadley returning to

right now. I’m just supervising the trainees‘

unconvinced. “Can you promise me you

“I promise.”

then did Eric finally sigh

he pulled up to a stop, but before she could step out, he reminded her one last time. “Remember what you said–no dancing. I’ll pick

sharply, feeling smothered.

you stop nagging?” she huffed, rubbing her temple.

No more nagging.”

backed down, his lips curving into a helpless smile. Reaching out, he gently caressed her cheek.

already!” She raised a fist in

in surrender, and then, with a teasing grin, mimed

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heel and jogged toward

down!” Eric’s voice followed her, laced with concern. “Doesn’t your stomach still hurt? It’s only the second day!

irritated she became. Since when was he

dance troupe was bustling

scheduled that morning, Hadley took the opportunity to stretch in the practice room, enjoying a rare moment

“Hadley!”

she wasn’t alone. Beside her stood a woman with striking features, someone Hadley hadn’t seen

here!” Elissa

for a second before recognition

“Hadley!”

as she hurried forward, pulling Hadley into a

outsider, they might have seemed like old friends catching up. But the truth was far deeper than that. Hadley and Alice weren’t

Red Choreography–the girl who had been strapped to a bomb alongside Hadley, the one who had carried Hadley’s unconscious body to safety

to see you!” Alice said, pulling back slightly, her eyes warm with relief.

“Same here!”

here

a lot

a playful smile, pointing between

eyes, Alice gestured between them dramatically.

and death!” Hadley finished with

laughed, delighted. “Yes! Friends bonded by life and death!”

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welcome–after everything they had been through together, it was

together was limited,

a nearby restaurant, one that served authentic Srixby cuisine,

was buzzing

her feet, spotted an open window seat and waved them over. “Hadley! Alice!