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.”

head. “I get it. Eric

a lingering concern, asking, “Did things get difficult with Eric afterward? Did you guys end up fighting?”

reassured him with a gentle shake of her head. “Really, don’t worry.

for a moment before responding with a relieved smile, his gaze dropping,

got to her feet. “You should rest.

“Alright, take care.”

“Goodbye.”

“Goodbye…”

and reached for

in the hallway, stood Eric, his tall frame against the railing, silently

her expression turning into a frown. She approached him, her bag over

followed

he managed to catch up with her.

right in front of him, drew in a shaky breath, and lifted her gaze to meet his eyes. “We’re in a hospital. Can

brow, Eric turned on his heel and walked ahead without another

made Hadley’s stomach twist nervously. He was clearly unhappy, and the quiet calm radiating from him only deepened her worry.

what he might

this be the end of their relationship?

her brow

uttered a single word. The hospital staff had yet to

of me.

in continued silence, not offering a word

brief hesitation, she continued softly, “I came to see him today because I had to know that he was alright, but that

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“Hadley,”

“Hmm?”

and gently clasped her hand, cutting her off

guard, Hadley turned quickly to

brightening with a wide, unexpected

Hadley was stunned.

scattered from

fluttering in disbelief. “Could you repeat

want me to say

touched. “I said, let’s get

What just happened?

parted

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. “Shouldn’t you be demanding to

either.” Eric squeezed her hand, sighing gently. “I understand you’re still haunted by the

silence. Did he really believe that was how she felt?

that was truly his belief,

isn’t something

marriage crept

as something trivial