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

hapter 219 Why Wouldn’t She Just Admit It

A few beats of silence passed before Ernest let out a quiet, helpless sigh. “It’s not that I don’t want to.”

Then, after a moment of contemplation, he gave a small nod. “Alright, let’s go with your decision… let’s get married.”

Linda froze, caught off guard by the words she had been waiting for years to hear. For a moment, she simply stared at Ernest, as if unsure whether to believe it. And then–her vision blurred as tears welled up and spilled

over.

Without hesitation, Ernest stepped forward, reaching for her hand. His voice softened as he gently reassured her. “Don’t cry… I only have you. No one else.”

“Really?” Linda whispered, her voice fragile, uncertain.

“Yes, I swear it.”

Nyla, watching the exchange, clapped her hands together, laughing joyfully. “Wonderful! Now, we finally have a good reason to celebrate!”

The joy was infectious–not just for Nyla, but for Eric as well.

Later that evening, back at Silver Villas, Eric’s excitement was still impossible to hide.

Hadley observed him curiously, arms crossed as she leaned against the couch. “They’re getting married, and you’re this happy?”

Eric didn’t hesitate for a second. “Of course, I’m happy!”

His response was immediate, almost instinctive. “Ernest and Linda grew up together. They’ve always been close -they promised to be together for life.”

Hadley studied him, her mind churning with unspoken thoughts.

Was that really it? Could someone love another person so deeply that their only happiness came from seeing them happy with someone else?

Had Eric truly let go of Linda? Or was he just convincing himself that he had?

“What are you thinking about?”

Eric’s voice broke through Hadley’s thoughts before she could hide them. With a teasing smirk, he reached out and flicked her forehead.

“You’re overthinking again,” he said playfully. “How many times have I told you–there’s nothing between Linda and me? And yet, you still don’t believe me.”

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Hadley wasn’t convinced. Not completely.

But right now, that wasn’t the biggest mystery on her mind. Something about this whole thing felt off.

Four years ago, Linda had miscarried, and now there were whispers of Ernest’s infidelity floating around. Could they really put all those things behind and walk down the aisle?

Regardless of what she thought, the wedding proceeded as planned.

As the Flynn family’s eldest grandson, Ernest would continue living at the Flynn Mansion even after the wedding. There was no need for a new house–just a simple rearrangement of his current living quarters.

the wedding–from the venue to the dress–be left

be the bride’s day, and above all else, her happiness was

unexpected decision. Instead of working with a renowned designer, she had publicly announced an open call for submissions to design her wedding dress.

world, and with Linda’s standing

rejected that

spectacle–launching an open competition and vowing to select a design that truly

was officially confirmed, news of the grand wedding had spread like wildfire across

this didn’t feel like a

A challenge. But to whom? Most likely, the other woman Linda had long suspected Ernest was involved with.

sat across from each other, catching up over their meal when Elissa suddenly

And to Linda of all

in her tone–unsurprising, given her past run–ins with Linda.

her drink before responding casually. “Yes, that’s

tongue. “Well… let’s just say he has very unique taste.”

head. “To each their

Elissa laughed along, but then leaned in slightly. “By the way, I also

lifted in surprise.

glint in her eyes. “Why do you look so shocked?” Hadley

realization dawned.

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But in the industry, she was

her expression. “Aren’t you

then grinned. “Of course, I am. But so what? I have to take

pursed her lips, determination flashing in her eyes. “This is an opportunity. What if they actually like my

the work. If she really decides to target you, it’s

with a wistful sigh. “I have to admit, though–Linda is incredibly lucky. The Flynn family–Srixby’s most powerful dynasty. And Ernest…” She smirked slightly.

a brow. “Hmm? You’ve met

Elissa shot her a knowing look. “Remember last time? When you and Eric had that huge argument, and he stormed off

detail, she added with a touch of admiration, “He even gave me a

made another visit to the clinic–this time, for fertility medication.

appointment discreetly through Colleen’s connections.

previous failure. “Doctor, I followed all your instructions, but…

easy. Stress is one of the biggest obstacles to conception. Even

logic. But how could she not

her for a moment before asking,

“Yes,”

advice. “You’re still young. There’s no need to put so much pressure on yourself. You shouldn’t rely on this medication too frequently. It comes with risks–there can be side effects.”

that. Colleen had warned

other choice. She forced a small smile. “I understand. Thank you for your concern–I appreciate

but didn’t push further,

dizziness, make sure to get

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Hadley was

she

he could respond, she moved in, slipping her arms around his