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

Chapter 498:

Eric paused, turning to her with a calm expression. “Getting something… You don’t want to get pregnant so soon, do you?” At the very least, shouldn’t they wait until marriage before considering that step?

“It’s fine.” Hadley’s voice was firm, though there was a slight tension in her jaw. “No need for… that.”

“I’ll take care of it,” she continued smoothly, her tone unwavering. “I came prepared.”

Of course, what she had actually prepared was nothing more than vitamins.

Eric hesitated, his dark gaze scanning her face for any sign of doubt. “But… that stuff isn’t exactly good for you. Maybe I should—”

“I said it’s fine.” Before he could argue, she pressed on, unashamedly adding, “I don’t like it. I’d rather take the pill.” Her voice softened just enough to make it sound reasonable. “I asked a doctor—it’s safe, barely any side effects.”

Eric studied her for a long moment, clearly weighing his options. But Hadley had made her stance clear. With a quiet sigh, he relented, reaching for the drawer—and closing it. Finally… his wish was granted.

Afterward, Eric lay beside her, his fingers threading lazily through her damp hair, a faint smirk tugging at his lips.

a shower?” His voice was low,

shaking her

reaching for a pillow and tucking it under

“What’s that

and she shot him a pointed look.

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Was that because of

hearty laugh, reaching over to pinch

out of bed and disappeared into

her expression unreadable. Back pain? Sure, that part

to increase the chances of getting pregnant—so she could leave

it aside as Eric returned, his movements gentle as

to Eric’s back—only for her breath to hitch. Scars. They weren’t just a few—they were scattered across his skin, jagged and faded, some overlapping like a brutal roadmap

her.