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

Chapter 295:

What?

Stunned, Hadley tensed up, grappling with the reality of Linda’s words. “Ernest is really awake?”

“That’s correct.” Linda’s voice shook a bit, her eyes glistening with tears. “He’s awake.” That was incredible news! Overwhelmed, Hadley balled her fists, emotions flooding through her. Tears welled up in her eyes; Ernest had always looked out for her, much like an elder brother would…

“Still haven’t pieced it together?” Linda regained her composure, her eyes narrowing. “Consider this—Eric has ignored you for so long. Why the sudden change? Why is he now so intent on securing your future? What do you think his motives are?”

Yes… why?

The realization then hit Hadley like a tidal wave, stopping her breath. Her eyes locked onto Linda’s, the truth finally sinking in.

Linda’s smirk widened, as if she’d read Hadley’s mind. “Consider the past—why did Nyla insist on that marriage? And why did he comply? It’s happening again. He has his reasons for suddenly being so nice.” The past provided the clues.

Hadley now saw the whole picture.

to prevent Eric from being a rival to Ernest for Linda’s

Ernest awake, was history repeating itself? Was he using her

smug satisfaction. “I actually feel

just say

was a quiet chuckle, her voice laced with disbelief. Did Linda really think Hadley couldn’t see through her little scheme? It was a clear attempt to

for Linda—Hadley’d have to actually care

Discover new books gαℓησν?ℓs․com

but I appreciate the information,” Hadley said, gesturing toward the elevator. “Are we done

she signaled the receptionist who

take me

the receptionist

Linda was taken aback.

could Hadley remain so composed? Wasn’t

elevator. As the doors closed, Linda was left

her head, muttering under her