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

Chapter 281:

Contrary to Hadley’s assumptions, Eric was more capable than she credited him for. Despite his affluent upbringing, he was capable of learning quickly and asking for help when needed. Moments later, the relentless sound of water ceased.

Leaping from her seat, Hadley hurried to verify. A grin spread across her face upon discovering the halted flow—Eric had successfully located and turned off the shutoff valve.

This minor victory made her reconsider. If he could handle that, surely purchasing a faucet wouldn’t be too challenging for him.

Indeed, he could manage that as well.

Right after Hadley changed into dry clothes, Eric came back.

The vibrant and ever-active West Twelfth Alley had a convenient perk—everything was within walking distance.

Eric had spotted a hardware store right at the corner during his first visit.

“Did you manage to get it?” Hadley asked as she walked over. “Great. Now give it to me.”

her reach. “Why would I

puzzled. “So I can install

his eyes, his disbelief evident. Did she

do this while I’m right here? I’ve got this. Besides, are you sure you know how

Yes, she knew exactly

Hadley didn’t have the skills, but the Hadley who had spent four years

good at replacing faucets; she could change light

L𝗎tєѕτ ϲh𝒶ρτєrs ιn g𝓪l𝗇ovєl𝑆.𝒸оm

Hadley had learned to manage on her own rather than spend her limited funds. Over the years, she had become quite

of this, was insistent. “I’ll handle

his chance to prove that

the toolbox,” he commanded, and headed

she harbored doubts about his abilities given his pampered

managed the task with

strength, he swiftly replaced