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.”

replied, smiling as he shook his head. “I get it. Eric clearly cares a

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

shake of her head. “Really, don’t worry. I’m

a relieved smile, his gaze dropping, “That’s good

to her feet. “You

“Alright, take care.”

“Goodbye.”

“Goodbye…”

Hadley turned to leave, she inhaled deeply and reached for the

Eric, his tall frame against the railing, silently

as she saw him, her expression turning into a frown.

followed her

managed to catch

her gaze to meet his eyes. “We’re in a hospital. Can we step outside to talk?”

Eric turned on his

retreating figure made Hadley’s stomach twist nervously. He was clearly unhappy, and the quiet calm

wondered what he might be

this be the end of

her brow crease in anxious helplessness.

neither uttered a single word. The hospital staff had yet

took a moment before finally breaking the silence. “Denver ended up hurt because of me.

sat in continued silence,

she continued softly, “I came to see him today because I had to know that

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“Hadley,”

“Hmm?”

gently clasped

off guard, Hadley turned quickly to face him.

her, his eyes brightening with a wide, unexpected

Hadley was stunned.

from her head instantly.

lashes fluttering in disbelief. “Could

me to say

gently touched. “I said, let’s get married. Hadley, marry

What just happened?

lips parted slightly,

off to visit Denver had prepared her for anger or accusations–anything but a proposal of marriage! “Did you ask the wrong question?” Recovering enough to laugh lightly, Hadley tilted her head slightly and smiled.

gently. “I understand you’re still haunted

stared at him in stunned silence. Did he really believe that was

bewildering, if that was truly his belief, why insist on

isn’t something

of their earlier marriage crept

as something trivial back