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.”

out of her reach. “Why would I hand it over

puzzled. “So I can

eyes, his disbelief evident. Did she really

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

knew exactly how

thought the old Hadley didn’t have the skills, but the Hadley

good at replacing faucets; she could change light

L𝗎tєѕτ ϲh𝒶ρτєrs ιn g𝓪l𝗇ovєl𝑆.𝒸оm

in Aradimen, Hadley had learned to manage on her own rather than spend her

of this, was insistent.

his chance to prove

commanded, and headed towards the

doubts about

managed the task

he swiftly replaced