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

Chapter 289:

Eventually, Linda emerged from Ernest’s room, her eyes visibly swollen from crying. Her voice, laden with concern, broke the silence. “What have the doctors said? Will Ernest be alright?”

Nyla responded gently, gripping Linda’s hand in a comforting gesture. “The doctors urge patience, my dear. We should consider it a miracle that he’s even conscious. His recovery will require time.”

Linda’s acknowledgment was heavy with emotion. Tears filled her eyes as she committed aloud, saying, “No matter how long it takes, I’ll be by his side.”

She then faced Eric, her resolve firm. “I need to reduce my workload to devote more time to caring for Ernest.”

Before Eric had a chance to reply, Nyla was already nodding in agreement. Her heart warmed. “That’s very considerate of you. Don’t worry, Eric will take care of everything.”

She gave Linda’s hand a gentle pat, offering reassurance. “Ernest will pull through. You’ve endured so much these past few years, but finally, the hard times are behind you, aren’t they?”

Tears still glistened in Linda’s eyes, but her smile held warmth. “Yes, Grandma.”

spent the night at the family mansion. A warm glass of milk in hand, he made his way to Nyla’s

you, dear,” she said as he handed it

“You’re welcome.”

was unusually light

way, have you told Hadley that Ernest is awake?” Eric gave a

“You—”

the air before Nyla abruptly set her glass down and reached for her phone. “If you won’t tell her, I will. Ernest adored Hadley. And when he fell into that coma, she cared for him without rest. She has every right to

amused chuckle, gently stopping her. “It’s not that I don’t want to tell her. It’s just… Hadley isn’t in Srixby right

tales

surprise. “She’s not in Srixby? Then where is she? And how do

out a small cough, straightening his posture. “Hanging

Eric’s words carried clearly through the gap. Her steps halted. Holding her breath, she