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.

against the bandage before flashing her an amused grin.

Hadley blinked.

Seriously?

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

real

the nurse

her, his fingers lingering for a second longer than necessary. “I’m heading out. Get some rest, and if you need anything,

got it.”

as he finally turned to

her shoulder injury, Eric didn’t want

him. “The troupe isn’t performing right now. I’m just supervising the trainees‘ practice

promise me you won’t dance

“I promise.”

then did Eric finally

to a stop, but before she could step out, he reminded her one last time. “Remember what you said–no dancing. I’ll pick you up tonight. If anything happens, you’re staying home tomorrow.”

exhaled sharply,

rubbing her temple. “You’re

No more

into a helpless smile. Reaching out, he gently caressed her cheek. “I just worry about you, that’s all. No need to get mad at

him a sharp look. “Eric! Enough already!” She raised a fist in mock warning.

then,

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turned on her heel and jogged toward

It’s only the second day! I’ll pick

more irritated she became. Since when was he this chatty? Annoyed, she quickened her pace, pretending not

bustling with activity today.

stretch in the practice room, enjoying a rare moment of quiet–until a familiar

“Hadley!”

at her from the doorway. But she wasn’t alone. Beside her stood a woman with striking

here!” Elissa

for a second before

“Hadley!”

Carrillo–grinned as she hurried forward, pulling Hadley into a warm embrace,

truth was far deeper than that. Hadley

to a bomb alongside Hadley, the one who had carried Hadley’s unconscious body to safety

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

“Same here!”

Are you here with the troupe?” “Yeah!” Alice nodded. “After everything that

been bombed–rebuilding it would take time, a lot of time. Resuming performances in Blathe simply wasn’t an

continued, “The boss arranged a tour, so we’ve been hopping from venue to venue, wherever we can find space.” She flashed a playful smile, pointing between herself and Hadley. “And since we had a layover in Srixby, I figured I had to come

eyes, Alice gestured between them dramatically. “So… does this mean we’re

by life and death!” Hadley finished with

bonded by

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

had a flight to catch in the evening, their time together was

in a sling, they didn’t venture far. Instead, they chose a nearby restaurant, one that served authentic Srixby cuisine, eager to introduce Alice to

the restaurant was

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