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

asking, “Did things get difficult with Eric afterward? Did you guys end

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

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

“You should rest. I’ll leave now.”

“Alright, take care.”

“Goodbye.”

“Goodbye…”

turned to leave, she inhaled deeply and reached for the door of the hospital room.

hallway, stood Eric, his tall frame against the

into a frown.

had followed her here.

he managed to

lifted her gaze to meet his eyes. “We’re

brow, Eric turned on

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

wondered what he

this be the end of their relationship?

her brow crease in anxious

single word. The hospital staff had yet to begin their day, leaving the whole area

silence. “Denver ended up hurt because of me. If

sat in continued silence, not offering a word in reply.

because I

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“Hadley,”

“Hmm?”

gently clasped her hand, cutting her off

turned quickly

his eyes brightening with a wide, unexpected smile. “Let’s

Hadley was stunned.

thoughts scattered from

fluttering in disbelief.

to say it

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

What just happened?

parted slightly,

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. “Shouldn’t

I didn’t ask wrong either.” Eric squeezed her hand, sighing gently. “I understand you’re still haunted by the separation with Denver. It’s alright–I

he really believe that was how she

bewildering, if that was truly his belief, why insist

something casual, is it?”

of their earlier marriage

as something trivial back then, too?