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

Chapter 232 Isn’t That

What Love Looks Like

Eric’s bodyguard Xander was on the other end of the line.

From Eric’s silence, Xander could tell he was more than just upset; he was truly angry, a sentiment that was not easily observable.

Lately, Xander had noticed a clear change in the way Eric treated Hadley.

Where once it was Hadley who seemed more eager, the dynamics appeared to have shifted in favor of Eric pursuing her.

“Mr. Flynn.” Xander couldn’t help but offer some advice. “It’s clear you’re upset, but try to be gentle with Hadley. Women should be treated with care.”

Eric was known for his short fuse, reacting harshly over minor irritations, regardless of who it was–Hadley or anyone else wouldn’t tolerate such behavior for long.

“Moreover…” Xander paused, choosing his words carefully. “You’re not in a strong position here.”

“How so?”

Eric’s tone was curiously calm, inviting further explanation.

Xander explained, “Think about it, Denver literally took a knife for her. What do women appreciate? They value someone who genuinely cares for them. In situations like these, you can’t afford to be seen unfavorably.”

“That’s absurd!” Eric replied gruffly. “She’s going back to her ex and I should be okay with it? We’ll see if I’m as forgiving!”

Following the call, Eric felt too unsettled to eat.

He stood up and left Silver Villas, making his way to the hospital.

Silence filled the hospital room.

Hadley had arrived early for a visit, sneaking in before Eric awoke and before her workday began, taking advantage of the absence of Denver’s parents.

“Denver,” Hadley greeted as she set a fruit basket beside his hospital bed. “How was the surgery?”

“Everything went well.” Denver lifted his arm, reassuring her, “There’s no nerve damage.” He demonstrated by moving his fingers.

“That’s relieving to hear.”

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Hadley let out a relieved sigh.

she then expressed her regrets, saying, “I’m really sorry for leaving abruptly last night. It was inconsiderate.”

his head. “I get it. Eric

then expressed a lingering concern, asking, “Did things get difficult with Eric afterward? Did

a gentle shake of her

responding with a relieved smile, his gaze dropping, “That’s good to hear. Really good.”

Hadley got to her feet. “You should rest. I’ll leave

“Alright, take care.”

“Goodbye.”

“Goodbye…”

and

tall frame against the railing, silently observing

raced as she saw him, her expression turning into a frown. She approached him, her bag over her shoulder.

followed her

end, he managed to

shaky breath, and lifted her gaze to

arched brow, Eric turned on his heel and walked ahead

was clearly unhappy, and the

wondered what he might

end

her brow

they settled inside, neither uttered a single word. The hospital staff had yet to begin

hurt because of me. If his hand doesn’t recover fully,

Eric sat in continued silence,

another brief hesitation, she continued softly, “I came to see him today because I had to know that he was alright, but that visit will be my last.”

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“Hadley,”

“Hmm?”

clasped her hand,

turned quickly to

already looking back at her, his eyes brightening with a wide, unexpected smile. “Let’s get

Hadley was stunned.

scattered from her head instantly.

her lashes fluttering in disbelief. “Could you repeat what you just

to say it again?”

“I said, let’s get

What just happened?

lips parted slightly, speechless!

“Did you ask the wrong question?” Recovering enough to laugh lightly, Hadley tilted her head slightly and smiled. “Shouldn’t you be demanding to know why I went

wrong either.” Eric squeezed her hand, sighing gently. “I understand you’re still haunted by the separation with Denver. It’s alright–I

silence. Did he really believe that was how she

that was truly his belief, why insist on

marriage isn’t something casual, is it?”

their earlier marriage crept

something trivial back then, too?