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

Chapter 455:

Eric knew. He knew exactly. But why shouldn’t he?

He had almost died for her.

It was sheer luck that he was standing here now. Yesterday, he could have been gone.

And if he wanted her this much—if he was willing to risk his very life for her—then why shouldn’t he just take what he wanted?

Eric straightened, his fingers moving to his collar. Slowly, methodically, he began unbuttoning his shirt.

“What… what are you doing?”

Hadley’s eyes widened in shock as Eric began to unbutton his shirt, exposing his well-defined chest. Next, he loosened his belt, letting it slip free, causing his trousers to sag at his hips.

The scenario was undeniably suggestive, stirring a mix of emotions and silent questions.

Eric leaned over, he playfully tousled her hair, inadvertently

to do?” Hadley’s voice carried a note of alarm. This behavior was

matter-of-fact tone. “Hadley, I’m about to open the door… Wilma and Denver

Denver? This

plea was laden with sudden

tales on gαℓησν𝒆𝓁s;

on her what Eric’s actions

disarray, anyone who walked in—Wilma, Denver, or anyone else—might jump

Hadley realized she might be caught in a trap set by Wilma. Had Eric not intervened, Wilma would

by Eric’s actions; after rescuing her, why would he

“Eric! Don’t do this!”

felt helpless and could only beg him

his back still

really want to hold

for her, he now had every intention

Eric walked over to