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

Chapter 231 Your Hypocrisy Is Astounding

“Hadley.”

At the sound of Eric’s voice, both Hadley and Denver looked up simultaneously.

Eric was walking swiftly towards them, not in his usual suit but in a soft cashmere sweater.

Although he was smiling, his eyes betrayed a certain coldness.

Feeling a jolt in her heart, Hadley quickly stood up. “You’ve arrived.”

“Eric.” Denver greeted with a nod, cradling his injured arm.

“Indeed.”

Without hesitation, Eric drew Hadley into a close embrace, his hand gently caressing her face.

His voice was soft but filled with concern. “Were you frightened? You should’ve realized it’s just a watch, merely a thing. If it’s lost, let it be. Did you get hurt while chasing it? Let me check you over.”

His voice carried a warmth that suggested they were alone in their little world.

I’m okay, Eric. It’s Denver who needs attention,” Hadley responded, slightly turning away, her discomfort evident.

At that moment, Eric’s comforting touch halted, and his expression grew intense.

Was her discomfort because of Denver’s presence?

Without any show of emotion, Eric retracted his hand and faced Denver. “I’m grateful you were there tonight. Thanks for protecting Hadley. I can’t imagine what I would do if something had happened to her.”

Denver managed a weak smile. “It’s nothing, Eric. Hadley and I go way back. It was just coincidence that I was there…

Right then, Phillips showed up.

Eric gestured for him to come closer. “Phillips, this way.”

“Mr. Flynn.”

“Good, you’re here.”

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Eric then directed Phillips‘ attention to Denver. “Mr. Moran is a hero to Hadley. Ensure his surgery is scheduled promptly and that he receives top–notch care.”

“Understood, Mr. Flynn.”

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“Let’s move on

Eric had issued his commands and was now guiding Hadley away with his arm securely around her.

evident as she was involuntarily pulled along. “Where do you think you’re taking me?”

a soft smile, Eric responded casually,

was taken aback, her laughter

sensed his displeasure but

away. “Go home

sure she couldn’t slip away. “You mean to stay overnight at the hospital? To

from Hadley’s face as she said, “Denver is injured because of me. He hasn’t even been operated on yet. It’s not

medical team, the

“That’s only right!”

reason? I need to be here at least until he’s through surgery…” “Why?” Eric’s

decency demand her

“Listen, Hadley.”

“I appreciate that he saved you. He’ll get all the thanks and compensation he deserves. But I can’t stand to see

more firmly,

for home

I’m not leaving!”

anger flared. How could

the car!”

vehicle, despite her protests, and slammed the door shut.

but it was locked. “Eric, how dare you!”

turned to face him, her expression one of marked irritation. “Eric, your hypocrisy

as he tried to

really don’t see it?”

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Hadley said, “You rush off mid–date with me to tend to Linda,

face. “Are you accusing me?”

“Not at all!

equality! I never interfered with your duties towards Linda, so don’t hinder me from supporting my

“Friend?

tightened on her wrist, pondering the term. “Are you seriously calling Denver a friend to you? And how long has he been in your life

of her hand,

with me because of him? Don’t tell me his heroics tonight have rekindled some old

What?

stood there, utterly stunned. Eric’s absurdity

turned her back to him, closing her eyes to shut

Probably feeling

as he started the car, filling the

unlocked, Hadley bolted out without saying a word

do you think you’re going?” Eric called out

him, Hadley kept walking.

followed her, tinged with mockery. “Sure, go ahead. I won’t

actually be

his parents

froze in her tracks upon