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

Chapter 262:

Stepping out of the car, Hadley lingered at the entrance, casting a puzzled glance at Eric. What was his reason for bringing her here?

With a casual tilt of his head toward the building, Eric led the way.

“Come, follow me.”

“Alright.”

She hesitated for a moment, then decided to follow him.

Although she had no idea what Eric’s intentions were, the mere mention of Lightning Dance Studio sparked a blend of anticipation and curiosity inside her. Before returning to Srixby, Hadley had researched the troupe and even considered auditioning.

However, the daunting details she uncovered had dampened her spirits.

The troupe’s leader did not hold open auditions. Rumors even circulated that they operated a specialized training program for young talent, rarely hiring externally.

had

show was scheduled for the night, yet the rehearsal space was buzzing with activity;

watched them, Hadley felt a surge of

Eric clasped her

pulled her closer. “Watch your step

warning, they stopped in front of

adjusted her shirt. “Stay calm and don’t freak out when you meet Ms. Nicolson.

widened in surprise.

his smile widening. “Blanche Nicolson. You’re a fan of modern dance, so you must know of

Mᴏʀᴇ ᴜᴘᴅᴀᴛᴇs ɪɴ ɢᴀʟɴᴏᴠᴇʟs.ᴄᴏᴍ

Hadley

an understatement. Blanche Nicolson was

“Cool.”

that, Eric knocked lightly on

“Come in.”

a voice beckoned,